A complete multimedia package Tons of advanced features such as Karaoke mode, 2D to 3D conversion, and multiple subtitle modes
Cons
Prices can be steep for some users
PowerDVD
Price: €
PowerDVD by Cyberlink is a complete DVD, Blu-ray, and multimedia player that comes with all the features that you could need for your requirements. But more than that, it is also used for organizing your multimedia in an all-in-one way that appeals to you, allowing you to provide a new home to your audio, videos, and images.
Blu-ray player
If you are a fan of Blu-ray disks or movies, you will love this tool. PowerDVD is great in almost every way, but the major feature that Cyberlink often promotes is the usability and playback of Blu-ray disks effortlessly from the application’s library. Once you have loaded up Blu-ray files on your storage or put the disk in your player, you can find them in your PowerDVD library as well.
It has a dedicated TV mode that will allow you to navigate and use your PC as a TV.
Play any format you want to, organize the way you want to
PowerDVD can play almost any format that you wish to play. From the most common to the rarest, you will rarely face any issues in playing any file. You can specifically choose media folders that you wish to import to the library, and then organize them any way you want to.
Using the latest technology and codecs, PowerDVD is compatible with all the latest formats, and aspect ratios, including Ultra HD Blu-ray, 4K, HEV/H.265, and HDR10. Furthermore, you can even enjoy the new resolutions that are so widely promoted these days such as 2.31:1.
Streaming options
The Cyberlink PowerDVD is even compatible with streaming platforms, and if you wish, you can now play 4K HDR video directly from YouTube. PowerDVD is an ideal player to use on streaming platforms.
Conclusion
PowerDVD includes all the features you could want. It supports all formats and includes features such as adding subtitles (primary and secondary), playback options, markets, karaoke mode, 2D to 3D conversion, frame capture, and so much more. It is a complete multimedia package that will fulfill the needs of any user ranging from beginner to advanced.
Of course, such features and excellence come at a cost, and while the free 1-month trial is available, the other options may be steep for a few users.
Reviewed by Hamza Sadiq (editor rating 4.5 out of 5 stars)