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10 Best Free and Freemium DivX or Xvid Video Players

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Posted by Aira Lesly Escoto to DVD/Blu-ray Player Jun 20, 2025

Playback of less common video formats, such as Xvid and DivX videos, on traditional players is often problematic. These two formats were usually used to encode video files in the past. So nowadays, choosing the right professional Xvid and DivX video player can give you peace of mind for a high-quality viewing experience. This article introduces ten of DivX and Xvid video players. Read on to choose which one is right for you.

The Best Divx and Xvid Video Player on PC with High Quality

Blu Ray Player Interface

4Easysoft Blu-ray Player is a one-stop DivX and Xvid video codec player for Windows and Mac. It is also a DVD player that can play DivX and Xvid formats. It includes almost everything you need about DivX playback. Moreover, it creates playlists based on chapters, making it easy to find the content of specific chapters. You can also add desired subtitle files to this DivX player for easier understanding.

Pros
Enhance video quality with AI.
Support DivX, Xvid, and other video formats.
Play DVD/Blu-ray/ISO smoothly.
Play 4K videos without quality loss.
Control screen size, audio and subtitle track, etc.
Cons
It may take a while to load Blu-ray movies.
How to Play a DivX or Xvid Video on PC

Step 1Launch the best DivX player after installing it on your PC. Click the "Open File" button, find the video, and open it. To play an optical disc, hit "Open Disc" instead.

Open File Folder

Step 2Once the video has completed loading, playback will begin. You can control the playback with the buttons at the bottom.

Video Panel

Step 3You can access additional controls from the top menu bar, including screen size, audio codec, language, and more. This program can also rip your DVDs to ISO

Controls Settings

DivX Player - Multi-track HD DivX/Xvid Player with VOD Content

Divx Player

As the name suggests, DivX video Player is designed specifically for playing DivX and Xvid videos on most devices. It offers seamless compatibility with DivX/Xvid codecs and supports playback of copyrighted DivX VOD (Video on Demand) content. During playback, users can switch between multiple audio tracks and subtitles in different languages. The DivX video player is available for free download, with a Pro version offering additional features, including HEVC video playback with higher compression efficiency.

Pros
Support DivX, MKV, AVI, and MP4.
Play videos up to 4K.
Repeat playback with chapter points.
Manage videos with playlists.
Cons
To play DivX from the cloud, you have to upgrade.
Advanced features are exclusive to the Pro version.

VLC Media Player - Free Divx/Xvid Player on Both Desktop and Mobile

Vlc Media Player

VLC Media Player is a free Xvid player and video converter, also for mobile. Since it comes with a comprehensive set of built-in codecs, there is no need to install additional libraries to play DivX or XviD videos. All features are completely free. The player offers various modes for managing playlists, videos, and music on your computer. It also supports advanced settings such as adjusting audio effects, video effects, and synchronization.

Pros
All functions are free to use.
Support a wide range of platforms.
Convert DivX/Xvid to MP4.
Rip DVDs to DivX or other formats.
Cons
It lacks the DivX video editing features.
The interface is complex to navigate

GOM Player - Support Screening Missing Codecs Divx/Xvid Player

Gom Media Player

GOM Player is another cross-platform DivX player. It is free to use, with an optional Plus version available for a monthly subscription fee of $22 per PC. One of its key features is the built-in codec finder, which helps you locate and download the required codec when DivX videos cannot be played. It also allows you to adjust screen brightness, audio settings, and playback speed, among other options, when playing DivX. The free version is sufficient for entertainment, allowing you to watch 4K movies.

Pros
Play DivX/Xvid on various devices.
Support 360-degree VR videos.
Play YouTube videos through URLs.
Find subtitles online.
Cons
The installer includes extra programs.
It may require DirectX for DivX playback.

KMPlayer - DivX Player Supporting Enhancement and Detail Modulation

Kmplayer Screenshot

KMPlayer is a free DivX player developed by a South Korean software company. It allows you to find, manage, and play DivX videos for free by displaying ads. It comes with image processing filters to enhance the picture quality of old-format DivX videos. It also provides detailed frame rate, aspect ratio, and video stretch/zoom settings to adjust the DivX video playback details.

Pros
Read DivX video playlists automatically.
Support all popular codecs including Xvid.
Offer lots of options for video playback.
Cons
There is no way to remove ads.
The auto online subtitle finder is annoying.

Zoom Player - Efficient DivX Player with Smart Decoding Support

Zoomplayer Screenshot

Zoom Player is a versatile Xvid video codec player compatible with both PCs and mobile devices. It utilizes the Smart Play architecture, which intelligently calls the most appropriate codec based on the file type, ensuring more stable and efficient DivX/Xvid video playback. Users also have fine control over the filters and codec chains used during DivX/Xvid video playback, as well as a built-in Cinema Mode for an enhanced viewing experience.

Pros
Support all necessary video formats, such as DivX.
Come with an easy-to-use GUI.
Include over 300 functions and is suitable for most devices.
Equip a customizable interface.
Cons
The interface looks outdated.
It is not available on iPhones.

QuickTime Player - Frame-by-frame Clip Divx Player for iOS Users

Quicktime Player

QuickTime Player is a free video player for Mac computers, iPhone, iPad, and other Apple devices that supports playback of DivX video partially encapsulated in the .mov format without additional settings. It offers excellent frame-by-frame control and video editing features for those who want to play DivX videos, capture, transcode, and encode DivX videos with finesse.

Pros
Build in macOS without install.
Play DivX/Xvid without extra codecs.
Record screen on Mac.
Support frame-by-frame control and video editing features.
Cons
It is not compatible with Windows.
It may not work with subtitles in DivX.

Windows Media Player - System-Integrated DivX Playback Experience

Microsoft Windows Media Player

Windows Media Player is the DivX video player that comes pre-installed on your computer. It utilizes the DirectShow architecture of Windows and extends the native playback capabilities by installing DivX or Xvid codecs, ensuring high compatibility and seamless system integration. As the default player, Windows Media Player invokes system subtitle, sound enhancement, and media library features for DivX Playback. It also automatically adds DivX videos to the media library, matching file information and covers for easy management and categorization.

Pros
Support major video formats like DivX.
Manage DivX videos for easy searching.
Play digital videos smoothly.
Burn audio CDs.
Cons
The video codecs supported are limited.
It cannot play Blu-rays.

BS Player - DivX Player with Acceleration and Smart Subtitles

Bsplayer Screenshot

BS Player utilizes hardware acceleration technologies, such as DXVA, to enhance the smoothness of DivX video playback while conserving CPU resources. It has a rich set of built-in codecs, supports playing multiple DivX and Xvid variants, and automatically searches, loads, and synchronizes multilingual subtitles. Additionally, BS Player offers various skins and interface layouts, as well as the ability to create playlists and add bookmarks, catering to users' personalized needs.

Pros
Play DivX, Xvid, and more formats.
Offer smooth playback with hardware acceleration.
Cast DivX videos to Chromecast.
Cons
It cannot automatically detect DivX videos.
Full features need to be upgraded.

Mobo Player - Mobile Hard-decode-accelerated DivX Player

Mobo Player

Mobo Player supports almost all major video formats, can also play many DivX and Xvid variants. It supports gestures to adjust brightness, volume and progress, making it intuitive and easy to use, especially for mobile devices. The player also supports multi-track switching and loading of external subtitles, and audio continues to play when switching apps, making it ideal for playing DivX videos with audio tracks.

Pros
Customize the interface while playing DivX.
View Xvid and DivX in full-screen.
Support many codecs without plugins.
Free to download in Play Store.
Cons
It is only available on Android.
The video management system is poor.

Conclusion

These are the ten DivX players recommended in this article. Some can edit videos, and some can be added to the Windows system media library for easy finding and organizing. But for those seeking a high-quality and easy-to-use tool, 4Easysoft Blu-ray Player should not be missed. Its features will surely surprise you.

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