Infuse
Infuse: A feature-rich Apple media player for local, networked, server, and cloud libraries. Ranked #6 of 75 in Media Player Software by our editors (8.6/10); pricing: Free plan · 7-day trial; best for apple users with media servers and cloud libraries.
At a glance
- Editor score8.6 / 10
- PricingFree plan · 7-day trial
- Best forApple users with media servers and cloud libraries
- Free planYes
- Paid from$16.99/yr
- Network playbackYes
- Facts checked21 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Supports numerous video, audio, and subtitle formats
- Connects to SMB, NFS, FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, and UPnP/DLNA
- Works with Plex, Emby, Jellyfin, cloud services, and Trakt
Where it doesn't
- Pro is required for additional formats and cloud streaming
- Verified platform coverage is focused on Apple devices
- Advanced features require a subscription or lifetime purchase
Our verdict on Infuse
Infuse is a media player for iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Mac, and Vision. It is designed for Apple users who keep media locally, on network shares, in media servers, or across supported cloud services. The app handles numerous video, audio, and subtitle formats, organizes libraries with metadata and artwork, and supports 4K HDR playback. Its audience includes viewers managing personal media collections, Plex, Emby, or Jellyfin libraries, and people who want subtitle, playlist, casting, and Trakt features in one player.
The free app provides a starting point, while Infuse Pro adds the main premium capabilities. The monthly plan is $1.99 per month, and the yearly plan is $16.99 per year; both include additional video formats, high-resolution Dolby and DTS-HD audio, AirPlay and Google Cast, advanced library synchronization, and cloud streaming. The lifetime plan costs $99.99 as a one-time purchase and includes Infuse Pro features and future updates. A 7-day free trial is also available. This structure suits users who want to begin without a paid commitment, while heavier media-library users can choose recurring access or a single purchase.
Infuse’s ecosystem coverage is a central strength. It connects with Emby, Jellyfin, Plex, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, Box, pCloud, Yandex.Disk, MEGA, Aliyun Drive, Trakt, and OpenSubtitles. Network playback covers SMB, NFS, FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, and UPnP/DLNA, while automatic metadata, artwork, cast, ratings, and trailer organization reduce manual library work. Hardware-accelerated 4K HDR playback, subtitle downloads, custom collections, playlists, and watched-history synchronization add depth. Choose Infuse for Apple-centered media libraries and varied playback sources; users outside that ecosystem should consider a different player.
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Infuse fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $16.99/yr |
| Supported platforms | iOS, macOS, Apple TV, visionOS |
| Network playback | Yes |
| Subtitle support | Yes |
| Format support | 3GP, AVI, AV1, ASF, BDMV, DIVX, DVDMEDIA, DVR-MS, FLV, H.264, H.265, H.266, ISO/IMG, M4V, MKV, MOV, MP4, MPEG, MTS/M2TS, MXF, OGM, OGV, RMVB, STRM, STRMLNK, TS, VC1, VIDEO_TS, VOB, VP9, WEBM, WMV, WTV; AAC, AC3, DOLBY, DTS, E-AC3, FLAC, MP3, OGG, PCM, TTA, WMA |
| Hardware acceleration | Yes |
| 4K playback | Yes |
| License model | Not verified |
| Free trial | 7 days |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | iOS, macOS |
| Support | Docs, Community |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 13 integrations: Emby, Jellyfin, Plex, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive … |
| Pricing | Free plan · 7-day trial (source) |
| Website | firecore.com |
| Facts checked | 21 Sep 2026 |
Infuse integrations
Infuse lists 13 integrations on its own site.
- Emby
- Jellyfin
- Plex
- Dropbox
- Google Drive
- OneDrive
- Box
- pCloud
- Yandex.Disk
- MEGA
- Aliyun Drive
- Trakt
- OpenSubtitles
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