A lot of people looked at 3D technology as a passing gimmick when it first started to make its way into theaters but nowadays we know that’s not the case. When used correctly, 3D technology can greatly enhance a movie and provide viewers with a truly unique experience. That kind of experience was only possible at the cinema until not too long ago but today it’s possible to enjoy a 3D movie from the comfort of your own home. In order to do that, however, you need a good 3D video player. There are plenty of multimedia players out there that promise to offer reliable 3D playback capabilities but only a few that can truly deliver on that promise. With that in mind, let’s take a look at some of the best 3D and most reliable players currently available.

 

DVDFab Player 5

DVDFab Player 5 should be your top choice for playing video in all possible formats. That said, the software truly shines as a 3D video player thanks to its ability to offer support for 3D Blu-ray discs, ISO files/folders and even side-by-side and top & bottom 3D videos. The 3D video player software comes with a total of four 3D output modes, each of which was specifically designed for a certain type of 3D video. Another interesting thing to note is that DVDFab is currently working on a 3D upscaling feature that will allow users to watch regular 2D videos in 3D mode.

Speaking of modes, this 3D video player also offers two different playback modes to choose from depending on whether you want to watch moves on your computer or a big-screen TV. In addition to 3D playback capabilities, the software can handle every other type of video and audio format currently available, including 4K Ultra HD, while also providing genuine output support for HDR10 and Hi-Res audio. Moreover, the player is fully capable of supporting navigation menus for DVDs, Blu-rays and even 4K UHD Blu-ray movies.

 

3D Video Player

The name of this software tells you pretty much everything you need to know about what it can do. This is a fairly simple 3D video player for PC that comes equipped with a minimalistic yet friendly user interface. The software offers basic 3D conversion tools that can be used to convert 2D movies to classic red-cyan 3D videos. 3D Video Player also lets you manually adjust some of the settings in order to get the most out of this conversion process.

 

8K Player

The creators of this software are looking towards the future by offering a player that can run videos with resolutions ranging from HD all the way to 8K. 8K movies aren’t readily available just yet so in the meantime you may want to use the software as a 3D video player instead. The player does a pretty decent job in this department and although it doesn’t offer any particularly unique features, it is able to reliably handle most 3D Blu-ray discs and ISO folders.

 

VLC Media Player

VLC is a popular multimedia player that can also be used for basic video recording and editing. VLC does a little bit of everything and was designed to be intuitive and simple to use. A lesser-known aspect of this software is that it can also be used as a 3D video player for Windows and Mac. As one might expect given VLC’s tendency for simplicity and ease of use, there isn’t anything fancy about the software’s 3D capabilities but that’s not necessarily a drawback because sometimes simpler is better.

 

Nvidia 3D Vision Video Player

Nvidia has been one of the leading graphics card manufacturers for a long time so it shouldn’t be too surprising to see that the company has designed its own video player. The player is pretty decent at what it does and can support pretty much any video format, including 3D. Having said that, if you want to use Nvidia’s software primarily as a 3D video player, you’ll probably want to also purchase the Nvidia 3D glasses. The software was designed to work alongside Nvidia’s own 3D glass but it’s still possible to use different peripherals if you don’t want to spend any extra money on a new pair.

 

KM Player

KM Player is a pretty decent choice for anyone looking for a free 3D video player on Windows. Similar to some of the other entries on our list, this player is fairly simplistic and comes with a minimalistic user interface that’s perfect for those who aren’t particularly tech-savvy. KM Player is primarily used as an audio player but does a good enough job as a video player thanks to its ability to support most regular formats and even a few of the more advanced ones like 3D.

 

WinDVD Pro 12

If a free 3D video player doesn’t satisfy all your needs you could always go for a premium one like WinDVD Pro 12. This piece of software offers more features than its free counterparts and is a great choice for anyone who is passionate about 3D movies. WinDVD Pro 12 comes equipped with various configuration tools that can come in handy when trying to tweak various aspects of the video and audio quality. The software also has the ability to convert 2D movies to 3D videos, however, the converters capabilities are somewhat limited.

 

5KPlayer

5KPlayer is yet another tool that was specifically designed with simplicity in mind. The software is perfect for novice users who want the ability to play 3D movies but don’t care too much about the more advanced features offers by other players. That said, 5KPlayer does offer a few interesting features that are not strictly related to its 3D capabilities, such as the ability to download movies from online streaming services like Netflix.

 

Conclusion

3D technology is no longer just a gimmick used to artificially inflate the price of movie tickets but rather a way of greatly enhancing the viewing experience. A lot of people still prefer to watch these types of movies in theaters but there is an increasing percentage of movie lovers who see the value of watching them at home instead. After all, it’s cheaper in the long run and the experience is just as compelling if you have a decent screen and a good 3D video player. There are plenty such players out there but if you want the best of the best DVDFab Player 5 is the only logical choice.