Comparison

TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER vs Ad Memoire

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER

This application plays proprietary PGMX files, which can contain multiple video clips, menus, and chapters in a single file. It supports high-resolution videos and offers flexible playback controls with subtitle and audio selection.

Highlights
  • Plays PGMX files
  • Supports multiple video clips and menus
  • High-resolution video playback (up to 4K)
  • Customizable subtitle and audio selection
  • Resume playback function
  • File information display
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TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER is software for playing Pegasys' Next Generation file format "PGMX" files that stores multiple video clips, menus and chapters all in one file*. -What is a PGMX File?- PGMX is short for Pegasys Multimedia Box. Developed by Pegasys, it can store both menu and video content into a single file (.pgmx / .mkv). The video stream is H.264/AVC, and since the file does not depend on physical media such as DVD and Blu-ray discs, it is not limited to certain video characteristics. For example, you can use MP4 video from your smartphone which typically may not be DVD or Blu-ray compliant, or you can even use videos in 4K resolution (4096×2304). PGMX files give you the freedom to keep your videos at a quality level and resolution of your choosing. PGMX files can also utilize a navigational menu system that can link to multiple videos within the file. Since both the menu and videos are combined into one file, there is no complex folder structure like those found in the DVD-Video and Blu-ray formats. -Simple Playback Controls- The playback controls utilize a simple design so anyone familiar with playing a video can use it. You can lock the controls so they are always visible, or set them to automatically hide. Furthermore, TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER supports "swiping" to move to the previous/next pages and also "pinch-out" to zoom for easy tapping**. -Multiple Subtitles and Audio Selection Support- A PGMX file can store several audio streams and subtitles. TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER allows you to switch between the stored audio streams at anytime. Also, when the stored subtitles are in "Text subtitles" format (a "T" icon appears on the screen), you can switch between your preferred settings for the font size, color, border, and more. -File Information Display- PGMX files can store data such as the artist name, comments, and more. In TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER, you can display the information stored in any file by tapping and holding in the File List Page. - Resume Playback Function - Even though there is a menu, resuming playback from where you left off can be cumbersome. However, because TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER has a resume playback function, you can start playback from the same scene whenever you want. *PGMX file creation requires "TMPGEnc PGMX CREATOR (Sold separately, only for Windows)" **The swipe function only supports files which are created in TMPGEnc PGMX CREATOR ver.1.0.4.5 and later. Other Notification - Resolutions over 2K in size or interlaced files may not be playable on all devices.

About

Ad Memoire

Features
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Ad-Memoire is now also available for individuals with Ad-Memoire ‘One-to-One’. History of Advertising Trust (HAT) was established in 1976 to preserve the heritage of the UK ad industry and make it accessible to all for study and research. Subsequently HAT is the largest archive of British advertising in the world, holding over 5 million items in its collections, which range in date from 1800s-present. HAT's Ad-Memoire resource provides care homes with access to themed reels of some of the UK's best loved vintage TV commercials (1950s-1960s), which have been carefully preserved in the archive. Many of the ads in the reels are fondly remembered by care home residents and the resource is a great tool for supporting reminiscence and activity sessions, or even just as a form of entertainment. Ad-Memoire can be used one to one on a small screen (phone/tablet) or in group sessions, via Apple TV or casting. Download the app and subscribe now! • Ad-Memoire • Length of subscription: subscribe for a period of one year or one month • Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period for the same amount as the initial subscription • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase Privacy Policy: https://www.supapass.com/user-terms Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER4 screens
Ad Memoire4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER at none against Ad Memoire's 4. TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Ad Memoire sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER ships an update monthly, Ad Memoire every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER versus Ad Memoire: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTMPGEnc PGMX PLAYERAd Memoire
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB49 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperPegasys Inc.History of Advertising Trust

In-app purchases

None

TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Ad Memoire

Subscriptions4
  • Ad-Memoire One-to-One Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Monthly$19.491 Month
  • Ad-Memoire One-to-One Annual$95.991 Year
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  • Yearly$349.991 Year

Questions

Is TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER free?
TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ad Memoire free?
Ad Memoire is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER or Ad Memoire have ads?
Neither TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER nor Ad Memoire shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER or Ad Memoire?
TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER ships an update monthly, and Ad Memoire every 4 months. Most recently, TMPGEnc PGMX PLAYER was updated on October 1, 2026 and Ad Memoire on October 18, 2026.

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