KMPlayer for iPhone

Quick overview

KMPlayer for iOS is a multimedia player for iPhone and iPad that handles many different audio and video file types. It offers a straightforward interface for watching movies and TV shows on your device, with features borrowed from the desktop KMPlayer experience.

Media compatibility and subtitles

• Plays uncommon container and codec combinations such as MKV, DIVX, and MOV.
• Supports external subtitle files so you can view captions with compatible videos.
• Handles formats that the stock iOS player won’t open, reducing the need for prior file conversion.

Organizing and transferring files

• The app’s media library automatically detects videos stored in your Camera Roll and files synced via iTunes.
• You can copy content from a PC into a KMP Media folder using iTunes, then access those videos directly from the app.
• Resume playback from the point you last watched, making it easy to pick up a movie or episode.

Playback controls and gestures

• Use gestures to swipe up/down for volume control and left/right to seek through the timeline.
• Lock the screen to prevent accidental taps, fast-forward using gestures, and adjust playback speed to slow down or speed up videos.
• The player offers multiple on-screen controls for quick access to common playback actions.

Usability and performance notes

• The media browser is clear and simple, which helps with navigating folders and locating files.
• Playback quality can be inconsistent for some formats: you may experience distortion, visual artifacts, or stuttering on certain files.
• The app could benefit from additional gesture options and more advanced playback settings to give users finer control.

Alternatives to consider

• VLC for iOS supports a very wide range of formats and is generally lighter on system resources, though it may still be in beta on some releases.
• If you need maximum stability today, KMPlayer is a solid choice; if you want a lighter or more experimental alternative, try VLC.

New in the latest version: KMP Connect

• KMP Connect lets you stream videos from a PC to your iOS device over the local network without re-encoding.
• To use it, update to the newest KMPlayer release, set a password and server name during setup, and enter the PIN provided by KMP Connect to pair devices.
• Once connected, you can browse and play PC-hosted videos on your phone or tablet with minimal setup.