Best Kodi Alternatives
The top-ranked Kodi alternative is Plex (Freemium). The best free option is Jellyfin (open source).
Kodi is a flexible open-source home theater platform, but its add-on complexity and reliance on third-party sources can frustrate users. People seek simpler media centers, better streaming apps, or full media servers.
1Plex
FreemiumMedia server and player to stream your library across all your devices.
2Free, open-source media server for streaming your own content.
3Emby
FreemiumPersonal media server to organize, stream, and share video and music libraries.
Media center that aggregates streams and add-ons into one hub.
Free, open-source media player that plays virtually any file or stream.
MediaPortal
Open SourceOpen-source HTPC software for TV, media playback, and recording.
Infuse
FreemiumElegant media player for Apple devices supporting many formats and libraries.
LibreELEC
Open SourceMinimal Linux OS that runs Kodi as a dedicated media appliance.
Universal Media Server
Open SourceOpen-source DLNA media server to stream content to TVs and devices.
MrMC
PaidKodi-based media player with a focus on stability for streaming boxes.
PlayOn
FreemiumMedia recorder and player for streaming and casting online video.
Kodi alternatives: FAQ
What is the best alternative to Kodi?
Plex is ranked first on this list (Freemium). The ranking combines our base score with readers' votes, so it can change.
What is the best free alternative to Kodi?
The highest-ranked free or open-source options here are Jellyfin, Stremio and VLC Media Player.
Which Kodi alternatives work on Mac?
Plex, Jellyfin, Emby and Stremio run on macOS.
Which Kodi alternatives work on Linux?
Plex, Jellyfin, Emby and Stremio run on Linux.
Are there Kodi alternatives for Android?
Yes: Plex, Jellyfin, Emby and Stremio have Android apps.
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