![]() ![]() I went to YouTube and searched for videos showing the usage (I like to see the UI in action before committing much to a platform), searched reddit, the web, etc. The weird part was that I couldn't find anything on it. However, I got that creepy feeling when I went to research others' actual usage of the software. I checked out Media Browser 3 around six months ago and was impressed with their metadata management system. Lots of "It Just Works" appeal.ĮDIT: As some have mentioned, you can use Kodi as a client for Plex (using PlexBMC) or Emby, giving you the consolidated media server of Plex or Emby with the front-end and plugins of Kodi. ![]() MEDIAPORTAL VS.KODI TVPros: Client/Server architecture, fairly mature product, transcodes to the target platform/bandwidth for playback on most devices.Ĭons: Some features cost, a Plex account and internet connection is required for many features, closed environment, the least customization in the look and feel of the interface, very limited live TV support.Īdvice: This is the most stable/mature platform if you intend to play your media back on a wide variety of client devices. MEDIAPORTAL VS.KODI FREEPros: More open architecture, apps for other platforms, shared media library, some transcoding to target platforms, client/server model, free content controls/user controls, possible live TV support.Ĭons: Relatively new product, can be buggyĪdvice: Use this if you know Plex isn't for you, or if you want to support an up-and-coming product. ![]() Pros: Customizable, Many Plug-Ins, Some Live TV support, Available for a wide variety of devices.Ĭons: Does not transcode for remote devices, requires extra setup to share libraries across multiple devices.Īdvice: Use this if you have a single HTPC/device you want to watch stuff on. ![]()
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