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Jellyfin for Kodi vs JellyCon
Jellyfin for Kodi leads on 0 checks, JellyCon on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Free planboth
Jellyfin for Kodi and JellyCon score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for kodi add-ons; Jellyfin for Kodi sits at #4 and JellyCon at #8 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.
On add-on type, Jellyfin for Kodi gives you Metadata/library where JellyCon offers Media source.
Jellyfin for Kodi is the better fit for jellyfin users wanting a synced Kodi library. JellyCon is the better fit for jellyfin users who prefer dynamic browsing in Kodi.
- Jellyfin for Kodi fits best
Jellyfin users wanting a synced Kodi library
- JellyCon fits best
Jellyfin users who prefer dynamic browsing in Kodi
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Side by side
| Feature | Jellyfin for Kodi 7.9/10 Visit ↗ | JellyCon 7.9/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.9 | 7.9 |
| Ranking | #4 in Kodi Add-ons | #8 in Kodi Add-ons |
| Best for | Jellyfin users wanting a synced Kodi library | Jellyfin users who prefer dynamic browsing in Kodi |
| Pricing model | Free | Free |
| Starting price | Free plan | Free plan |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Self-hosted | Self-hosted |
| Integrations | 2 integrations | 2 integrations |
| Specs | ||
| Add-on type | Metadata/library | Media source |
| Playback features | Direct play; transcoding; add-on mode; native mode via NFS or SMB | Play movies, TV shows, music videos, music, and Live TV from a Jellyfin server |
| Library features | Sync selected libraries to Kodi database; dynamic browsing of unsynced libraries; watched and resume-state sync | Dynamically browses server libraries; supports shortcuts and home-screen widgets |
| Supported platforms | Kodi on PCs, tablets, Android TV, Fire TV and other TV boxes | Kodi; supported device platforms not specified |
| Installation source | Third-party repository | Third-party repository |
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| Our verdict | Jellyfin for Kodi connects Kodi to a Jellyfin server, letting users sync selected libraries into Kodi’s local database or browse other libraries dynamically. It supports movies, TV shows, music videos and music, making it suited to… Read the review → |
JellyCon connects Kodi to a Jellyfin server so people can browse and play movies, TV shows, music videos, music, and Live TV. It is aimed at Jellyfin users who want server libraries available as a Kodi media source, with items retrieved… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Jellyfin for Kodi — where it wins
- Syncs selected Jellyfin libraries into Kodi’s local database
- Keeps watched and resume states synchronized between Jellyfin and Kodi
- Supports direct play, transcoding, and native playback over NFS or SMB
Where it doesn't
- Requires a Jellyfin server
- Installation is through a third-party repository
- Support is through documentation and the community
JellyCon — where it wins
- Browses movies, TV, music videos, and music directly from Jellyfin
- Plays Live TV from a Jellyfin server
- Supports multiple accounts, shortcuts, and home-screen widgets
Where it doesn't
- Requires a Jellyfin server alongside Kodi
- Uses a third-party repository for installation
- Dynamic browsing avoids local metadata sync into Kodi’s database
- Jellyfin for Kodi7.9/10 · Free plan
A free, open-source Kodi add-on for syncing and browsing Jellyfin libraries.
Visit JellyfinFull verdict → - JellyCon7.9/10 · Free plan
A free Kodi media source for dynamically browsing and playing Jellyfin libraries.
Visit JellyfinFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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