MX Player

What MX Player does

MX Player is an Android video player for watching stored video files, with controls and playback options aimed at people who want more than a basic play button. It supports hardware-assisted decoding, multi-core decoding and a broad range of subtitle formats, making it a practical choice for varied video collections and less common subtitle files.

Who it suits

This is a good fit for viewers who keep films, episodes or other videos on their device and want control over how they are displayed. Pinch-to-zoom, subtitle scrolling and gesture controls for seeking, brightness and volume make it useful when you want to adjust playback without opening several menus. Hardware acceleration can also help with demanding, high-resolution video on compatible devices.

Useful playback tools

• Subtitle support: Handles formats including SSA, ASS and WebVTT, with tools for adjusting the subtitle experience while watching.
• Decoding options: Hardware and multi-core decoding can improve playback performance, depending on the device and video.
• Viewing controls: Gestures cover common actions such as zooming, changing brightness, adjusting volume and moving through a video.
• Shared-device controls: Kids Lock helps prevent accidental input during playback, while Privacy Folder is intended for keeping selected content separate.

Why it remains widely used

MX Player has a function-first design: your video library is easy to reach, while the playback controls stay out of the way when you are watching. Its rating of 4.24 from more than 13.8 million reviews and 1 billion-plus installs show its long reach on Android. The app is developed by Amazon Mobile LLC and is listed under Video Players & Editors.