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VLC, alternative Linux à Kodi
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VLC is not a direct replacement for Kodi if you rely on a 10-foot interface, media library organization, or metadata scraping. It excels at playing nearly any media file with minimal setup and supports streaming and basic playlist functions, making it ideal for users who want quick, reliable playback without a full media center. For lightweight, no-fuss media viewing on Linux, VLC is excellent. But if you use Kodi to manage large libraries, stream from PVRs, or navigate with a remote, VLC alone won’t suffice. Consider it a strong player, not a full media hub.
- Licence
- GPL-2.0+
- Prix
- Gratuit
- Dernière version
- 3.0.23 (1 janvier 2026)
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Ce qui fonctionne pareil
- Both are free, open-source and support a wide range of audio and video formats
- Play media from local and network sources
- Support subtitles and streaming protocols
- Run on Linux and other platforms
- Can play DVDs, CDs, and Blu-ray (with add-ons)
Ce qui change
- Kodi has a 10-foot interface designed for TVs; VLC uses a desktop-style UI
- Kodi automatically builds media libraries and fetches metadata; VLC does not
- VLC plays almost any format out of the box; Kodi may need add-ons for less common codecs
- Kodi supports add-ons and plugins for extended functionality; VLC has minimal add-on support
- Kodi can manage podcasts and live TV; VLC lacks built-in podcast or PVR support
Ouvrir vos fichiers Kodi
VLC does not import Kodi's .nfo metadata files, library databases, or playlists directly. It can play media files indexed by Kodi if accessible on disk or network. Playlist formats like M3U or XSPF are supported, so exported playlists from Kodi may work if manually transferred. There is no automatic migration of watched statuses, thumbnails, or scraped content. Users must rely on file paths remaining consistent. No tools exist to convert Kodi libraries for VLC use.
Passer de Kodi à VLC, étape par étape
- Install VLC from your distribution's repository or Flathub
- Copy or mount your media library to a location accessible on Linux
- Use VLC's playlist or drag-and-drop to open individual files or folders
- For network media, use 'Open Network Stream' or browse via SMB
- Export playlists from Kodi as M3U if needed and import into VLC
- Adjust audio/subtitle settings per-file or globally in VLC preferences
Fonctionnalités clés de VLC
- Lit pratiquement tous les codecs audio ou vidéo
- Prend en charge les DVD, CD audio, VCD et Blu-ray (avec des bibliothèques optionnelles)
- Diffuse depuis HTTP, RTSP, RTP, MMS et d'autres protocoles
- Gestion et conversion de sous-titres intégrées
- Interface simple par glisser-déposer avec des skins personnalisables
- Interface en ligne de commande pour le scripting
- Outils de conversion multimédia et d'édition de base
- Navigation réseau et importation de listes de lecture
Installer VLC sous Linux
flatpak install flathub org.videolan.VLCsudo apt install vlcsudo apt install vlcsudo dnf install vlcsudo pacman -S vlc-plugin-alsasudo zypper install vlcQuestions fréquentes
Can VLC replace Kodi for watching movies on my TV?
Only if you don’t need a remote-friendly interface or media library. VLC plays files fine, but lacks Kodi’s organized browsing and metadata.
Does VLC support Kodi add-ons like YouTube or IPTV?
No. VLC doesn’t support Kodi-style add-ons. IPTV streams can be played manually via URL, but not managed through a plugin system.
Can I use VLC with a remote control like Kodi?
Basic keyboard or IR remote control is possible, but VLC has no built-in 10-foot UI or menu system like Kodi for easy navigation.
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