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Windows Essentials Codec Pack Alternatives

Developer: MediaCodec.Org
Last updated: January 21, 2013
License: Freeware
OS Support: Windows (all)
User Rating:    (14 votes)
Software that can be used as an alternative to Windows Essentials Codec Pack:
  • (983 votes)
    April 29, 2013
    K-Lite Codec Pack is a collection of codecs, DirectShow filters and tools.
    • Freeware
    • Windows (all)
  • (13 votes)
    April 22, 2013
    The Media Player Codec Pack supports almost every compression and file type used by modern video and audio files.
    • Freeware
    • Windows (all)
  • (27 votes)
    May 21, 2013
    x264 is a free library for encoding H.264/MPEG-4 AVC video streams.
    • Freeware
    • Windows (all)
  • 4 / 5
    (8 votes)
    May 14, 2013
    You will no longer be restricted to using a specific player.
    • Freeware
    • Windows (all)
  • 3.8 / 5
    (8 votes)
    June 4, 2012
    One of the most advanced codec packs with essential codecs to play many popular media formats.
    • Freeware
    • Windows (all)
  • Not rated yet
    (0 votes)
    August 4, 2005
    Complete, powerful and reliable compilation package of various audio and video codecs.
    • Freeware
    • Windows (all)
  • (30 votes)
    June 29, 2009
    Small/essential codec pack for viewing/encoding movies.
    • Freeware
    • Windows (all)
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