NewPipe vs VLC for Android
The best value in each numeric row is marked. Sponsorship has no effect on any of them.
| Criteria |
NewPipe
160
76.7
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VLC for Android
171
75.4
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|---|---|---|
| Score | 76.7 (best) | 75.4 |
| Release freshness | 84.5 | 92.5 (best) |
| Adoption signals | 76.6 (best) | 60.0 |
| Release freshness |
Updated 82 days ago
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Updated 55 days ago
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| Latest version | v0.29.1 · 2026-08-15 | libvlc-3.7.6 · 2026-09-11 |
| Pricing | Free | Free |
| License | Open source | Open source |
| Platforms | ||
| Android | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Integrations | ||
Rank receipt: NewPipe
#160 overall · #7 in category
76.7/100
- Platform readiness +28.0 70.0 × 40%
- Release freshness +29.6 84.5 × 35%
- Adoption signals +19.1 76.6 × 25%
Rank receipt: VLC for Android
#171 overall · #9 in category
75.4/100
- Platform readiness +28.0 70.0 × 40%
- Release freshness +32.4 92.5 × 35%
- Adoption signals +15.0 60.0 × 25%
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