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Jellyfin vs Spotify
How the two compare on license, platforms and what the community thinks.
Key differences
- Jellyfin is open source; Spotify is freemium.
- Only Jellyfin is available on Self-hosted.
- Only Spotify is available on macOS.
| Feature | Jellyfin | Spotify |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | The free software media system — your movies, your server | Music and podcasts for everyone |
| License | Open source | Freemium |
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| Rating | No reviews yet | No reviews yet |
| Alternatives listed | 1 | 3 |
| Page views | 784 | 808 |
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 Spotify
Spotify is the biggest music and podcast streaming service, with 100+ million tracks, strong recommendations and apps on every device. Free with ads, or Premium for offline listening and full quality.