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Head-to-head · Kodi Add-ons

MusicBrainz Scraper Library vs PlexKodiConnect

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
MusicBrainz Scraper Library #2 in Kodi Add-ons 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan Visit Kodi
PlexKodiConnect #6 in Kodi Add-ons 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan Try PlexKodiConnect

MusicBrainz Scraper Library leads on 0 checks, PlexKodiConnect 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 PlexKodiConnect score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for kodi add-ons; MusicBrainz Scraper Library sits at #2 and PlexKodiConnect at #6 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.

On add-on type, PlexKodiConnect gives you Service integration where MusicBrainz Scraper Library offers Metadata/library. On installation source, PlexKodiConnect 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. PlexKodiConnect is the better fit for plex users wanting Plex media in Kodi’s library.

  • MusicBrainz Scraper Library fits best

    Kodi music libraries needing MusicBrainz information

  • PlexKodiConnect fits best

    Plex users wanting Plex media in Kodi’s library

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Side by side

Feature MusicBrainz Scraper Library 7.9/10 Visit ↗ PlexKodiConnect 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.9
Ranking #2 in Kodi Add-ons #6 in Kodi Add-ons
Best for Kodi music libraries needing MusicBrainz information Plex users wanting Plex media in Kodi’s library
Pricing model Free Free
Starting price Free plan Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Integrations 2 integrations 5 integrations
Specs
Add-on type Metadata/library Service integration
Playback features Not checked yet Direct playback from network paths; Plex transcoding; skip intros, credits, and commercials
Library features Music information retrieval from MusicBrainz Plex-to-Kodi database sync; playlist sync; additional artwork; movie set grouping
Supported platforms Not checked yet Not checked yet
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
  • Syncs Plex media and playlists into Kodi’s native databases
  • Adds artwork, groups movies into sets, and supports network-path playback
  • Includes Plex Companion, skip features, and Kodi Up Next integration
Cons
  • Focused on music metadata retrieval
  • No documented playback features
  • No documented additional library-management capabilities
  • Requires both Kodi and access to a Plex Media Server
  • Distributed through a third-party repository or GitHub releases
  • Community support; maintainers recommend managing media in Plex
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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PlexKodiConnect connects a Plex Media Server to Kodi by syncing Plex-managed media into Kodi’s native databases. It is aimed at people who want to browse a Plex library through Kodi’s interface and skins while retaining Kodi add-ons and…

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

  • PlexKodiConnect — where it wins

    • Syncs Plex media and playlists into Kodi’s native databases
    • Adds artwork, groups movies into sets, and supports network-path playback
    • Includes Plex Companion, skip features, and Kodi Up Next integration

    Where it doesn't

    • Requires both Kodi and access to a Plex Media Server
    • Distributed through a third-party repository or GitHub releases
    • Community support; maintainers recommend managing media in Plex

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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