DivX is a brand of video codec notable for its ability to compress lengthy video segments into small sizes while maintaining relatively high visual quality. Developed by NeuLion
License: Freemium
MPlayer is a highly customizable and lightweight media player that excels in format support and performance, but may be complex for new users. In contrast, DivX offers a more user-friendly experience with high-quality playback and built-in encoding tools, but it is more resource-intensive and less customizable.