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OSMC is a free, Linux-based media player for viewing media from a local network, attached storage, and the Internet.

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#39 of 76
Score
6.7
OSMC's website

What OSMC is

OSMC is a free, Linux-based media player for viewing media from a local network, attached storage, and the Internet. It supports Raspberry Pi, Vero, and first-generation Apple TV devices, with network playback, subtitles, hardware acceleration, and 4K playback. Its listed formats include MPEG-2, VC-1, H.264, H.265/HEVC, AV1, MKV, MP4, MOV, WMV, TS, and M2TS, as well as AAC, FLAC, MP3, OGG, Opus, WAV, and WMA. OSMC is licensed under version 2 of the GPL. It includes an App Store with free apps such as a torrent client, web browser, and TV tuner, and provides access to Debian repositories with more than 30,000 packages. OSMC says it provides regular updates and lets users decide when or whether to install them. The project is maintained by volunteers, with a community-managed wiki and community for help. OSMC recommends changing default passwords and keeping systems current when exposing services remotely, and does not vouch for third-party add-ons.

Good

  • Free and licensed under version 2 of the GPL.
  • Supports network playback and subtitles.
  • Lists hardware acceleration and 4K playback.
  • Includes an App Store with free apps.
  • Provides access to Debian repositories with over 30,000 packages.

Watch out

  • Supports only Raspberry Pi, Vero, and first-generation Apple TV devices.
  • OSMC does not vouch for third-party add-ons.
  • Users must choose when or whether to install updates.

Who it suits

OSMC suits people seeking free media-player software for Raspberry Pi, Vero, or first-generation Apple TV. Its supported formats and Linux basis are useful to check against your device and media library.

Verdict

OSMC offers broad media-format support and add-on options at no cost. Check that your device is supported, and take its remote-exposure security guidance into account.

Plans and prices

From OSMC's own pricing page, checked 8 Oct 2026.

All about pricing
PlanPriceWhat it gives you
OSMCFreeFree and open source media center

The facts

Each one read from OSMC's own pages, with the date it was checked.

What it does

4K playback
Yeschecked 21 Sep 2026
Add-on limits
OSMC says it cannot endorse third-party add-ons or vouch for their safety or efficacy.checked 8 Oct 2026
Customization
OSMC provides access to Debian repositories with more than 30,000 packages.checked 8 Oct 2026
Format support
MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,MKV,MP4,MOV,WMV,TS,M2TS,AAC,FLAC,MP3,OGG,Opus,WAV,WMAchecked 21 Sep 2026
Hardware acceleration
Yeschecked 21 Sep 2026
License model
freechecked 21 Sep 2026
Media playback
OSMC says it can play major media formats and supports a variety of sharing protocols.checked 8 Oct 2026
Network playback
Yeschecked 21 Sep 2026
Open source
OSMC is licensed under version 2 of the GPL.checked 8 Oct 2026
Security guidance
OSMC recommends changing default passwords and keeping systems up to date when exposing services remotely.checked 8 Oct 2026
Subtitle support
Yeschecked 21 Sep 2026
Support
OSMC’s community-managed wiki and community are resources for users seeking help.checked 8 Oct 2026
Updates
OSMC says it provides regular updates and lets users choose when, or whether, to install them.checked 8 Oct 2026
What it does
OSMC is a Linux-based media player for playing media from a local network, attached storage, and the Internet.checked 8 Oct 2026
Who maintains it
OSMC is developed and maintained by a group of volunteers in their own time.checked 8 Oct 2026

Where it runs

App Store
OSMC includes an App Store with free apps, including a torrent client, web browser, and TV tuner.checked 8 Oct 2026
Installer platforms
The OSMC device installer is available for Windows XP SP2 or later, macOS 12.6 or later, and Linux AppImage for AMD 64-bit.checked 8 Oct 2026
Supported devices
OSMC currently supports Raspberry Pi, Vero, and first-generation Apple TV devices.checked 8 Oct 2026
Supported platforms
Raspberry Pi,Vero,Apple TVchecked 21 Sep 2026

Money

Free plan
Yeschecked 21 Sep 2026

The company

Headquarters
London, United Kingdomchecked 28 Sep 2026

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