PlexKodiConnect review
A free, open-source bridge for browsing Plex libraries through Kodi.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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 customizations. The project is free and open source, and requires Kodi plus access to a Plex Media Server. Its role is a service integration rather than a standalone media library or server.
Library synchronization is the central capability: PKC syncs Plex media and playlists into Kodi, fetches additional artwork, and groups movies into sets. For playback, it supports direct access from network paths as well as Plex transcoding. Plex Companion can send media from other Plex devices, while support for skip-intro, skip-credits, and skip-commercial features extends playback controls. The add-on also integrates with Kodi’s Up Next add-on. Plex Media Server and Kodi are core parts of the setup; Fanart.tv and The Movie Database are also listed integrations. This feature mix suits users who want Plex-managed content presented within Kodi rather than a separate Kodi-managed collection.
Installation comes through PKC’s own third-party repository and GitHub releases, so it is not distributed solely through an official Kodi repository. The maintainers recommend managing media in Plex instead of making manual changes to Kodi’s databases, an important consideration for people who expect to edit the synced library directly in Kodi. Support is community-based, and the project offers optional donations rather than a paid plan. Choose PKC if Kodi’s interface and add-on ecosystem matter alongside Plex library syncing; look elsewhere if you need vendor-backed support or want Kodi to be the authoritative place for managing media.
PlexKodiConnect pros and cons
- 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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