Best Mp4 Video Player Apps

246+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

VLC media player is the household name in mp4 video player, but it's far from the only option. We track 246+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Mp4 Video Player Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1VLC media playerVLC media playerFree3.7★ (6K)NoNoNov 2026
2MP4 Video Player: FramelensMP4 Video Player: FramelensFree3.9★ (16)YesYesOct 2026
3Video Player - All in OneVideo Player - All in OneFree4.6★ (7.4K)YesYesNov 2026
4Fast Player - video playerFast Player - video playerFree4.5★ (5K)YesYesNov 2026
5MX Video Player HDMX Video Player HDFree4.5★ (30K)NoYesNov 2026
6Video Player  ‎Video Player ‎Free4.1★ (7)YesYesOct 2026
7Video Player: HD & All FormatVideo Player: HD & All FormatFree4.5★ (2.4K)NoYesNov 2026
8HD Video Player All FormatsHD Video Player All FormatsFree—NoNoOct 2026

Top Picks for Mp4 Video Player

3.7😐(6K ratings)
Free
#27in Photo & Video
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This media player supports a vast array of video and audio formats without requiring conversion. It offers advanced subtitle support, playback speed control, and streaming capabilities from various sources. Users can also sync files directly from cloud storage or Wi-Fi sharing.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Plays everything
  • 👍 Great for offline media
  • 🔒 No ads or subscriptions
  • 🚀 Convenient file transfer
  • 👍 Customizable playback

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy after updates
  • 🔋 Drains battery
  • 👎 Confusing UI/UX
  • 🐛 Unreliable network streaming
  • 👎 Lacks basic features
MP4 Video Player: Framelens#2

MP4 Video Player: Framelens by Ebenezer Oteng

Inbuilt OCR & Visual Search
Strong Contender
📷 Photo & Video
3.9(16 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app is a high-definition video player that allows you to search for text and objects within your videos. It functions as a media library and a visual search engine, enabling you to find information or products directly from the content you're watching.

Video Player - All in One#3
4.6😊(7.4K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Play all your video and audio files in any format, including 4K and HD. Organize your media with a library and folder browsing. Sync files from your computer and take screenshots during playback.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast file conversion
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🚀 Plays a variety of video formats
  • 👍 Useful for offline video playback
  • 👍 Good overall app functionality

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Playback issues with certain file formats (e.g., MKV)
  • 🔋 High ad frequency disrupting user experience
  • 🐛 Inconsistent subtitle handling and customization
  • 🐛 Playlist order not saving properly
  • 🐛 Occasional app crashes and freezes

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FAQ about Mp4 Video Player

What are the best mp4 video player apps for iPhone?
VLC media player tops our mp4 video player apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 3.7-star average from 6K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top mp4 video player apps we rank are free to download, including VLC media player and MP4 Video Player: Framelens.
VLC media player has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 246+ mp4 video player apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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