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RealPlayer
Seattle, Washington, USA
What it is
RealPlayer 25 is a PC media player and organizer for downloading, playing, and managing video and other media. Smart Download saves videos from sites including Facebook, Twitch, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. Users can choose a file type, codec, and resolution up to 8K, or download audio as MP3 or M4A. RealPlayer says YouTube sign-in provides access to private, Watch Later, and Liked videos, playlists, and channel subscriptions; the product can also record live YouTube streams. Playback includes Chromecast casting and support for current codecs, RealAudio, and RealVideo. Library tools organize videos by people, find scenes featuring specific people, remove duplicates, and create playlists. RealPlayer Mobile for iOS and Android offers offline viewing, syncing, cloud backup, and Chromecast casting. The free plan supports downloads up to 720p and includes in-product ads and upsells, with no cloud storage. Paid choices include Premium at $4.99 a month, Downloader Express at $24.99 once, and Plus at $39.99 once. The Mac downloader is in early release, requires macOS 15 or later on Apple Silicon, and is free for a limited time.
For and against
For
- Offers video downloads up to 8K on paid plans.
- Supports Chromecast casting.
- Organizes media and creates playlists.
- Mobile app supports offline viewing and syncing.
Against
- Free downloads are limited to 720p.
- Free plan has ads and no cloud storage.
- Mac downloader requires macOS 15 or later on Apple Silicon.
The verdict
RealPlayer combines video downloading, playback, casting, and library tools, with a separate mobile app offering offline viewing and syncing. The free plan has a 720p limit; paid options include monthly and one-time prices.
Who it suits
It suits people who want to download and organize online video, manage a media library, or cast playback. Mobile users can use RealPlayer Mobile for offline viewing and syncing; Mac users should note the downloader's early release and system requirements.
Plans and prices
Free
720p video downloads · no cloud storage · in-product ads and upsells
Read 11 Oct 2026 · real.com
RealPlayer Downloader for Mac
Early release · macOS 15 or later · Apple Silicon
Read 11 Oct 2026 · real.com
Premium
Up to 8K video downloads · 25 GB cloud storage · no ads · installs on 3 computers
Read 11 Oct 2026 · real.com
Downloader Express
Up to 8K video downloads · no cloud storage · in-product ads and upsells
Read 11 Oct 2026 · real.com
Plus
Up to 8K video downloads · no cloud storage · no ads · latest minor releases
Read 11 Oct 2026 · real.com
On the record
- Downloader
- Smart Download saves videos from thousands of sites, with the product page naming Facebook, Twitch, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok.real.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Library tools
- RealPlayer can organize videos by people, search for scenes with specific people, remove duplicates, and create video and audio playlists.real.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Live recording
- The product page says RealPlayer can record live video streams from YouTube.real.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Mac availability
- RealPlayer Downloader for Mac is in early release, requires macOS 15 or later on Apple Silicon, and is free for a limited time.real.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Mobile app
- RealPlayer Mobile is listed for iOS and Android and supports offline viewing, syncing, cloud backup, and Chromecast casting.real.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Plan limit
- The pricing page lists free downloads up to 720p and paid plan downloads up to 8K.real.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Playback and casting
- RealPlayer supports Chromecast casting and lists support for current codecs as well as RealAudio and RealVideo formats.real.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- RealNetworks' privacy policy says collected information may include content downloaded using RealPlayer, associated domains, feature use, and media uploaded or added to RealPlayer.realnetworks.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Product
- RealPlayer 25 is a PC media player and organizer with video downloading, playback, and media library features.real.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Security
- The privacy policy lists SSL connections, database access controls, encryption for sensitive information, and limited employee access as security controls.realnetworks.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Stream selection
- Advanced stream selection lets users choose media file type, codec, and resolution up to 8K, or download MP3 or M4A audio.real.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Support
- RealNetworks directs RealPlayer users to its customer support page for customer service, billing, and technical help.realnetworks.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- YouTube
- RealPlayer says users can sign in to access private, Watch Later, and Liked videos, download playlists, and subscribe to channels.real.com · read 11 Oct 2026
