5kplayer ☆

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Description:
Play 4K/1080p/360-degree video, MP3/AAC/APE/FLAC music without quality loss

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 6.11.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Multimedia

Tags: video-player airplay multimedia streaming 4k media-center

Install: brew install --cask 5kplayer

About:
5kPlayer is a versatile media player and streaming solution for macOS that supports 4K, 5K, and 1080p HD video playback without quality loss. It functions as an AirPlay receiver for mirroring iOS screens and streaming audio, while also offering built-in video downloading capabilities from YouTube and other online sources. The software handles a wide range of formats including MP3, AAC, FLAC, and MKV, providing a comprehensive media hub for local and streaming content.

Key Features:

4K/5K/1080p HD video playback with hardware acceleration
AirPlay receiver and sender functionality for screen mirroring
Built-in video downloader for online content
Support for DVD playback and subtitle files
Music player with lossless audio format support

Use Cases:

Streaming video and audio from iPhone/iPad to Mac via AirPlay
Playing high-resolution 4K video files locally
Downloading online videos from platforms like YouTube for offline viewing
Converting Mac into a wireless speaker via AirPlay audio streaming

Alternatives:

IINA – Modern open-source player with native macOS design, but lacks AirPlay receiver functionality
VLC – Cross-platform media player with broad format support, but no built-in video downloader
Elmedia Player – Similar AirPlay capabilities but requires Pro version for advanced features

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Aug 5, 2025 12:47pm	6.10.0	0	VERSION_BUMP	b37d5a48
Jul 7, 2024 5:54pm	6.9.0	0	VERSION_BUMP	753e7f51