QuickTime Player, from Apple, allows the playback of QuickTime movie files (.mov) and lots of other file formats including, audio, still images, graphics, etc. Developed by Apple Inc.
License: Freemium
VLC Media Player is a versatile, open-source media player that supports a wide range of formats and offers advanced features like streaming and screen recording. In contrast, QuickTime Player is user-friendly with excellent video editing features but is limited in file format support and customization options.