Freemium· Free, Plex Pass $4.99/mo
Plex
A media server platform for organizing and streaming personal media with free ad-supported content.
⊞Windows⌘macOS◎Linux◉iOS◈Android◇Web⌂Self-hosted
Basic Info
PricingFree, Plex Pass $4.99/mo
PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web, Self-hosted
CategoriesEntertainment
Open SourceNo
Offline SupportNo
Account RequiredYes
Free TrialNo
Last Checked2026-05-24
Ownership & Dependency
Ownership
MEDIUM
Cloud Dependency
MEDIUM
Last Checked
2026-05-24
Best For
Media collectorsFamiliesMulti-device users
Pros
- +Polished UI
- +Free tier available
- +Wide device support
- +Live TV support
Cons
- −Requires account
- −Some features need Plex Pass
- −Remote access may need config