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Head-to-head · Kodi Add-ons

PVR IPTV Simple Client vs PlexKodiConnect

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
PVR IPTV Simple Client #3 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

PVR IPTV Simple Client 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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PVR IPTV Simple Client and PlexKodiConnect score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for kodi add-ons; PVR IPTV Simple Client sits at #3 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 PVR IPTV Simple Client offers Pvr/iptv. On installation source, PlexKodiConnect gives you Third-party repository where PVR IPTV Simple Client offers Official repository.

PVR IPTV Simple Client is the better fit for IPTV users needing playlists, guides, and catch-up. PlexKodiConnect is the better fit for plex users wanting Plex media in Kodi’s library.

  • PVR IPTV Simple Client fits best

    IPTV users needing playlists, guides, and catch-up

  • PlexKodiConnect fits best

    Plex users wanting Plex media in Kodi’s library

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Side by side

Feature PVR IPTV Simple Client 7.9/10 Visit ↗ PlexKodiConnect 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.9
Ranking #3 in Kodi Add-ons #6 in Kodi Add-ons
Best for IPTV users needing playlists, guides, and catch-up Plex users wanting Plex media in Kodi’s library
Pricing model Free Free
Starting price Free plan Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Self-hosted Self-hosted
Support Community Community
Integrations 3 integrations 5 integrations
Specs
Add-on type Pvr/iptv Service integration
Playback features Pause/resume, seeking, timeshifting, catch-up/archive playback (provider and inputstream dependent); HLS, DASH, Smooth Streaming via inputstream.adaptive Direct playback from network paths; Plex transcoding; skip intros, credits, and commercials
Library features XMLTV electronic program guide; channel groups, genre mapping, channel logos, provider metadata mapping Plex-to-Kodi database sync; playlist sync; additional artwork; movie set grouping
Supported platforms Linux, macOS, Windows Not checked yet
Installation source Official repository Third-party repository
Our review
Pros
  • Loads local or remote M3U playlists and XMLTV program guides
  • Supports multiple playlist-guide pairs and TV or radio channel groups
  • Offers catch-up and timeshifting when provider and inputstream support them
  • 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
  • Requires compatible IPTV stream and guide sources from the user
  • Playback controls and catch-up depend on the provider and inputstream
  • Focused on Kodi’s PVR interface rather than providing IPTV channels
  • 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

For Kodi users who already have IPTV streams and guide data, PVR IPTV Simple Client connects those sources to Kodi’s PVR interface for live TV and radio. It loads local or remote M3U playlists and XMLTV program guides, including Gzip- and…

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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. PVR IPTV Simple ClientKodi Add-ons 7.9Free plan
  2. PlexKodiConnectKodi Add-ons 7.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • PVR IPTV Simple Client — where it wins

    • Loads local or remote M3U playlists and XMLTV program guides
    • Supports multiple playlist-guide pairs and TV or radio channel groups
    • Offers catch-up and timeshifting when provider and inputstream support them

    Where it doesn't

    • Requires compatible IPTV stream and guide sources from the user
    • Playback controls and catch-up depend on the provider and inputstream
    • Focused on Kodi’s PVR interface rather than providing IPTV channels

  • 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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