REX Player is an Android video player built on libmpv with a modern Jetpack Compose interface. People use it when the built-in gallery or stock video app cannot handle their files well, or when they want more control over playback, subtitles, and streaming sources.
Developer: mpvRex (formerly sfsakhawat999) · License: Apache-2.0 (open source) · Price: Free
Before you start: if you want to stream from web platforms beyond direct URLs, SMB, WebDAV, and FTP, install the optional REX Ytdlp companion app alongside REX Player. For connecting to a Jellyfin server, have your server address and login details ready.
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Key features
- Advanced video playback powered by libmpv, with customizable gestures, frame navigation, zoom, and pan
- Browse local files, organize playlists, track watched videos, and use Shorts mode
- Stream media from SMB, WebDAV, FTP, direct URLs, and supported web platforms using the optional REX Ytdlp companion app
- Glass-themed controls, dynamic tabs, subtitle settings, and HDR-to-SDR tone mapping
- Connect to Jellyfin and share files with nearby devices over your local network
Why isn’t REX Player on Google Play?
REX Player is published by its developers on GitHub rather than the Play Store. It is not listed on F-Droid either, so GitHub releases are the official source.
Is REX Player safe?
REX Player is open source under the Apache-2.0 license, so its code can be checked by anyone. Download the APK directly from the GitHub releases page of mpvRex/REX-Player to get an official build; note that the project also offers preview builds which may be unstable and are meant for testing only. REX Player comes straight from its developer rather than through Google Play, so it hasn’t gone through Google’s app review. As with any app, check the permissions it asks for and install it if you’re comfortable with them.
How to install
- Tap the download button above: the APK file downloads straight to your phone.
- When Android asks, allow your browser to install unknown apps.
- Open the file and tap Install.
FAQ
Is REX Player free
Yes. It is open source under the Apache-2.0 license and available to download from its GitHub releases page.
How do I install the latest version
Go to the GitHub releases page for mpvRex/REX-Player and download the stable release APK, which is currently v5.5.1. There is also a preview build channel for testing newer, less stable versions.
What is the difference between the stable release and the preview build
The stable release is the regular tested version. The preview build is updated more often but may be unstable, so it is intended for testing rather than everyday use.
Does REX Player need a companion app to stream everything
No, not for everything. It can stream from SMB, WebDAV, FTP, and direct URLs on its own; the optional REX Ytdlp companion app adds support for additional web platforms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is REX Player free
Yes. It is open source under the Apache-2.0 license and available to download from its GitHub releases page.
How do I install the latest version
Go to the GitHub releases page for mpvRex/REX-Player and download the stable release APK, which is currently v5.5.1. There is also a preview build channel for testing newer, less stable versions.
What is the difference between the stable release and the preview build
The stable release is the regular tested version. The preview build is updated more often but may be unstable, so it is intended for testing rather than everyday use.
Does REX Player need a companion app to stream everything
No, not for everything. It can stream from SMB, WebDAV, FTP, and direct URLs on its own; the optional REX Ytdlp companion app adds support for additional web platforms.
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