VLC media playerLinux vs Apple MusicWindows

VLC media player als Linux-Alternative zu Apple Music

Aktualisiert am 29. Oktober 2026

Unser Fazit

VLC media player can replace Apple Music for users who only need to play local music files and basic streaming from other services. It handles most audio formats, supports playlists, and can stream internet radio or podcasts. However, it lacks Apple‑specific features such as iCloud library sync, curated radio stations, and integration with Apple Music’s catalog. It is best suited for users who want a free, open‑source player without the Apple ecosystem.

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Lizenz: GPL-2.0+
Preis: Kostenlos
Aktuelle Version: 3.0.23 (1. Januar 2026)
Bewertung: —

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Was gleich funktioniert

Both allow playback of local audio files
Both support creation and management of playlists
Both can stream online radio or podcasts
Both provide desktop notifications for track changes

Was anders ist

VLC does not sync with iCloud or Apple Music library
Apple Music offers curated radio stations and exclusive playlists
VLC lacks integration with Apple Music’s streaming catalog
Apple Music provides a unified interface for music, videos, and podcasts
VLC is a general multimedia player, not focused on music only

Ihre Apple Music-Dateien öffnen

VLC can open standard audio files (MP3, AAC, FLAC, etc.) but cannot read Apple Music’s protected iTunes Store purchases or Apple‑specific library files. Exporting from Apple Music to a format VLC understands requires converting or downloading the files first. If the files are already in a common format, VLC will play them without issue.

Von Apple Music zu VLC media player wechseln – Schritt für Schritt

Export or download your local music files from Apple Music into a common format (MP3, AAC, etc.).
Create or import your playlists into VLC using the Playlist editor.
Add any internet radio or podcast URLs to VLC’s Playlist or use the Stream > Open Network Stream option.
Configure VLC’s desktop notifications in Preferences > Interface > Notifications to get track alerts.
Optional: Install VLC from Flathub or your distro’s package manager for the latest version 3.0.23.
Backup your Apple Music library data before removing the Windows client if you wish to free up space.

Wichtige Funktionen von VLC media player

Spielt die meisten Audio‑ und Videoformate sofort ab
Unterstützt DVDs, Audio‑CDs, VCDs und Netzwerkstreams
Integrierte Untertitelunterstützung mit Synchronisation
Medienkonvertierung und grundlegende Bearbeitung
Streaming‑Server‑Funktionen
Erweiterbar über Plugins und Skins
Kommandozeilen‑Interface für Skripte

VLC media player unter Linux installieren

Flatpak (Flathub)flatpak install flathub org.videolan.VLC

Häufige Fragen

Does VLC support Apple Music streaming directly?

No, VLC cannot stream from the Apple Music catalog or iCloud library. It can only play local files or open network streams from other services.

Can I use VLC to listen to podcasts that I subscribed to in Apple Music?

Yes, if you have the podcast feed URLs, you can add them to VLC’s Playlist or use the Stream option to listen to them.

Will VLC replace all features of Apple Music on Windows?

VLC covers basic playback, local library management, and internet radio, but it does not provide iCloud sync, curated stations, or the Apple Music catalog. For those features, you would need a different solution.