Kyoo vs Plex
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted media servers options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Kyoo
Open-source media browser for movies and TV shows
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Plex
Polished media server with apps on every device
| Feature | Kyoo | Plex |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media Servers | Media Servers |
| License | GPL-3.0 | Proprietary |
| Language | TypeScript | Go Template |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker, bare-metal, binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 2,489 | ★ 4,010 |
| First released | 2020 | 2008 |
| Replaces | Plex, Netflix | Netflix, Emby |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Kyoo or Plex better?
Plex is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Kyoo if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Kyoo and Plex free and open-source?
Yes. Kyoo is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Plex under Proprietary. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Kyoo and Plex with Docker?
Kyoo: yes. Plex: yes.