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Head-to-head · Kodi Add-ons

MusicBrainz Scraper Library vs JellyCon

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
JellyCon #8 in Kodi Add-ons 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan Visit Jellyfin

MusicBrainz Scraper Library 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

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MusicBrainz Scraper Library and JellyCon score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for kodi add-ons; MusicBrainz Scraper Library sits at #2 and JellyCon at #8 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.

On add-on type, MusicBrainz Scraper Library gives you Metadata/library where JellyCon offers Media source. On installation source, JellyCon gives you Third-party repository where MusicBrainz Scraper Library offers Official repository.

MusicBrainz Scraper Library is the better fit for kodi music libraries needing MusicBrainz information. JellyCon is the better fit for jellyfin users who prefer dynamic browsing in Kodi.

  • MusicBrainz Scraper Library fits best

    Kodi music libraries needing MusicBrainz information

  • JellyCon fits best

    Jellyfin users who prefer dynamic browsing in Kodi

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Side by side

Feature MusicBrainz Scraper Library 7.9/10 Visit ↗ JellyCon 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.9
Ranking #2 in Kodi Add-ons #8 in Kodi Add-ons
Best for Kodi music libraries needing MusicBrainz information Jellyfin users who prefer dynamic browsing in Kodi
Pricing model Free Free
Starting price Free plan Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Integrations 2 integrations 2 integrations
Specs
Add-on type Metadata/library Media source
Playback features Not checked yet Play movies, TV shows, music videos, music, and Live TV from a Jellyfin server
Library features Music information retrieval from MusicBrainz Dynamically browses server libraries; supports shortcuts and home-screen widgets
Supported platforms Not checked yet Kodi; supported device platforms not specified
Installation source Official repository Third-party repository
Our review
Pros
  • Retrieves music information from MusicBrainz
  • Provides a Kodi music scraper library/module
  • Listed in Kodi.tv repositories for Kodi v20 and v21
  • 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
Cons
  • Focused on music metadata retrieval
  • No documented playback features
  • No documented additional library-management capabilities
  • Requires a Jellyfin server alongside Kodi
  • Uses a third-party repository for installation
  • Dynamic browsing avoids local metadata sync into Kodi’s database
Our verdict

MusicBrainz Scraper Library is a Kodi add-on library/module for retrieving music information from MusicBrainz. Team Kodi is identified as its author, and its focused role makes it relevant to people maintaining Kodi music libraries who…

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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…

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  1. MusicBrainz Scraper LibraryKodi Add-ons 7.9Free plan
  2. JellyConKodi Add-ons 7.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • MusicBrainz Scraper Library — where it wins

    • Retrieves music information from MusicBrainz
    • Provides a Kodi music scraper library/module
    • Listed in Kodi.tv repositories for Kodi v20 and v21

    Where it doesn't

    • Focused on music metadata retrieval
    • No documented playback features
    • No documented additional library-management capabilities
  • 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
  • MusicBrainz Scraper Library7.9/10 · Free plan

    A focused, free Kodi module for retrieving music information from MusicBrainz.

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  • JellyCon7.9/10 · Free plan

    A free Kodi media source for dynamically browsing and playing Jellyfin libraries.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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