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Jellyfin vs Plex
How the two compare on license, platforms and what the community thinks.
Key differences
- Jellyfin is open source; Plex is freemium.
- Only Jellyfin is available on Self-hosted.
- Only Plex is available on macOS.
| Feature | Jellyfin | Plex |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | The free software media system — your movies, your server | Stream your own media collection anywhere |
| License | Open source | Freemium |
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| Rating | No reviews yet | No reviews yet |
| Alternatives listed | 1 | 2 |
| Page views | 784 | 642 |
About Jellyfin
Jellyfin is the fully free, open-source media server: stream your own movies, shows and music to any device with no accounts, fees or tracking. It's the community-run alternative to Plex, with apps for TVs, phones and browsers.
About Plex
Plex turns your media collection into a personal streaming service with gorgeous metadata, apps everywhere and remote streaming. Core use is free; Plex Pass unlocks hardware transcoding and premium features.