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Head-to-head · Kodi Add-ons

PlexKodiConnect vs JellyCon

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
PlexKodiConnect #6 in Kodi Add-ons 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan Try PlexKodiConnect
JellyCon #8 in Kodi Add-ons 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan Visit Jellyfin

PlexKodiConnect 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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PlexKodiConnect and JellyCon score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for kodi add-ons; PlexKodiConnect sits at #6 and JellyCon at #8 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.

On add-on type, PlexKodiConnect gives you Service integration where JellyCon offers Media source.

PlexKodiConnect is the better fit for plex users wanting Plex media in Kodi’s library. JellyCon is the better fit for jellyfin users who prefer dynamic browsing in Kodi.

  • PlexKodiConnect fits best

    Plex users wanting Plex media in Kodi’s library

  • JellyCon fits best

    Jellyfin users who prefer dynamic browsing in Kodi

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Side by side

Feature PlexKodiConnect 7.9/10 Visit ↗ JellyCon 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.9
Ranking #6 in Kodi Add-ons #8 in Kodi Add-ons
Best for Plex users wanting Plex media in Kodi’s 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 5 integrations 2 integrations
Specs
Add-on type Service integration Media source
Playback features Direct playback from network paths; Plex transcoding; skip intros, credits, and commercials Play movies, TV shows, music videos, music, and Live TV from a Jellyfin server
Library features Plex-to-Kodi database sync; playlist sync; additional artwork; movie set grouping Dynamically browses server libraries; supports shortcuts and home-screen widgets
Supported platforms Not checked yet Kodi; supported device platforms not specified
Installation source Third-party repository Third-party repository
Our review
Pros
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

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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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. PlexKodiConnectKodi Add-ons 7.9Free plan
  2. JellyConKodi Add-ons 7.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • 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

  • 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

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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