VLC Media Player vs Waybar: Which is Better?
The Verdict
All 2 tools are strong choices, but they win in different lanes. VLC Media Player takes the top spot overall thanks to its balance of quality, popularity and community trust. Use the table below to weigh the exact trade-offs for your use case.
Winners by category
Best Overall
Best Free
Best for Developers
Best for Students
| Tool | ||
|---|---|---|
| Rating |
VLC Media Player
Winner- Plays any format
- Free & open source
- No ads
- Dated interface
- Basic library features
- Occasional codec quirks