# JellyTV — Utimate Jellyfin experience > Premium Jellyfin client for Apple devices with advanced media management. (iPhone/iPad app by Charly Manderrier.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jellytv/id6752357290 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Charly Manderrier](https://appshunter.io/developer/1839060814) - Category: Entertainment, Developer Tools - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.30/5 from 28 App Store ratings · 34 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 26.0 · 119 MB - Languages: French (France), German (Germany), American English, Arabic, Chinese (Simplified, China), Croatian, Danish, European Spanish, Hindi, Hungarian and 12 more - Released: 2026-03-03 - Data updated: 2026-08-26 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jellytv/id6752357290/reviews.md ## What is JellyTV? JellyTV is a premium Jellyfin client designed to deliver a fast, elegant and immersive media experience across all your Apple devices. Connect to your self-hosted Jellyfin server and enjoy your movies and series in a modern, fluid interface built for performance. Stream your content with high-quality video support, live streaming and transcoding. Pick up where you left off with automatic progress tracking and favorites. Smart Features – Advanced search by genre, actor, year and more – Seerr integration for request management – Push notifications for new content – Offline downloads for watching anywhere – Full sync across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro and Apple TV JellyTV+ Unlock advanced features with JellyTV+, available as an optional in-app purchase: – Admin interface for Jellyfin and Seerr – Trakt & AniList integration – Home screen customization – Exclusive app icons – iCloud settings sync JellyTV+ enhances the experience but is not required for core playback. Requirements – A self-hosted Jellyfin server is required – JellyTV does not provide media content – Jellyseerr requires separate installation – Some advanced features require JellyTV+ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ ## Key features - Connect to self-hosted Jellyfin server - High-quality video and live streaming - Automatic progress tracking and favorites - Advanced search and Jellyseerr integration - Offline downloads - Full sync across Apple devices ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | JellyTV+ Yearly | $17.99 | per year | | JellyTV+ monthly | $2.49 | per month | | JellyTV+ monthly | $4.99 | per month | | JellyTV+ Yearly | $34.99 | per year | **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | JellyTV+ for life | $49.99 | one-time | | JellyTV+ lifetime | $29.99 | one-time | | JellyTV+ family for life | $89.99 | one-time | | JellyTV+ lifetime family upgrade | $39.99 | one-time | | Admin tools | $14.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 34) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jellytv/id6752357290/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Amazing UI but playback is a bit broken *2026-08-09* The UI is amazing, better than any other app out there (especially supporting landscape viewing without turning off orientation lock). My only problem with it is that some times when I play media I’m greeted with a black screen and other times it freezes for long amounts of time (both issues don’t happen in jellyfin and in both audio keeps playing). If they can fix that this will definitely be my go to client for jellyfin! ### 5/5 — Fixed. Broken on Ipad *2026-08-09* hey recent update broke the app on ipad. Edit : works. 5* app kudos ### 3/5 — Very promising, but not there yet *2026-07-13, version 1.3.3* This could easily become the best Jellyfin client across the Apple ecosystem, but it’s not there yet for a couple of key reasons. One, it lacks a native macOS client and the iPadOS client isn’t amazing on Mac. And secondly, it will not reliably transcode content on poorer internet connections. This makes it basically useless when trying to watch a movie away from home, because the connection is never good enough for a remux (95% of my movie library) and it doesn’t reliably transcode to 1080p even when manually selected (it just buffers forever). If this were fixed it’d be so much more usable. ### 4/5 — Excellent app! A true netflix replacement *2026-07-06* Overall, this is an excellent and SEAMLESS application. It makes it very simple and easy to add new content to your library and stream that content. There are a few caveats which have left me with a 4 instead of 5 star review. First things first, its a bit buggy. Watching content in the little pop out window and going back to the app is very glitchy. Sometimes it works, other times im stuck on jellytv homepage with audio playing in the background. Also, restarting content is a bear. Sometimes when resuming a movie/tv show the audio will play but again not the video. Changing the resolution does fix this but its a hassle. I also have a few recommended features you should add. 1. Add integration so we can actively monitor downloading content and stop/start downloads or request a different copy. I find my computer downloading viruses from time to time when auto fulfilling request. Being able to stop delete and request a different copy would fix this issue. Its also great for monitoring a movie or show you want to watch in a bit with the family. 2. A in app pop up video player would be super cool. Sometimes you want to watch something while you search for something else to watch. You can already sort of do this but you should aim for a YouTube like form and function, they do it best and you should replicate it. Otherwise, this is the best way to watch and add new content to your server and i STRONGLY recommend this. **Developer response:** Voici une réponse équilibrée, qui remercie sans promettre des fonctions trop précises : Thank you for the detailed review and recommendation! I’m glad JellyTV has made managing, requesting, and watching your library feel simple and seamless. The Picture in Picture and playback-resume issues you described are not the intended experience. Playback stability, video restoration, and transitions between PiP and the main app continue to be improved with each update. Your suggestions around monitoring active downloads, stopping problematic releases, and requesting another version are also very relevant, especially for users with automated media workflows. A more integrated mini-player experience is another area I’d like to improve. Thank you for taking the time to provide such specific feedback. It helps identify exactly where JellyTV still needs work to earn that fifth star ! ### 4/5 — Приятное, но ещё сырое приложение *2026-07-06* Нравится дизайн и отзывчивость приложения, но есть неудобства с выставлением качества воспроизведения – нет запоминания значения и при переходе на следующую серию нужно повторно ставить качество, иначе воспроизведение тормозит. ### 4/5 — The best Jellyfin client, but still room to improve! *2026-07-01, version 1.3.1* I would love to see improvements related to handling downloads. More transcoding qualities, incorporating playback of downloads into main library view (download section is not kid friendly!) fix for bug with sidebar / top bar not being persistent, fix for bug where download items load with transcoded file titles before displaying properly every app load. Above sounds worse than it is - hasn’t stopped me from purchasing lifetime family as I believe this will get better and better! ### 5/5 — The Best app out there *2026-06-28* I can’t express how good this app is compared to the others I tried. You really hit the nail with this app. In a sense you set the standard for what a jellyfin player should look and feel like. Only request I would like is live tv. Thanks again! **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the incredible feedback! I’m really glad JellyTV stands out from the other Jellyfin clients you’ve tried and delivers the experience I’m aiming for across Apple devices. Live TV is a highly requested feature and is something I’m considering for a future update. Thanks again for your support and for helping set the direction for JellyTV’s continued development! ### 3/5 — Good app, bad practices *2026-06-22* The good: JellyTV has major potential. Playback seems to work great. The UI is beautiful and modern which most clients tend to overlook or just fail on. Feature wise it's already looking really great with home section support, seerr integration and other essentials. Navigating the UI is pretty intuitive and clean. The bad: There is an entire tab in the navigation bar dedicated to advertising a paid admin-subscription by locking you out of basic features. The Admin panel is one of four tabs in the always-on-your-screen navigation bar which does nothing except ask you to subscribe in order to use it. I could switch apps to Streamyfin or a dozen other 3rd party apps (or the official one) and use those very basic features for free. There's also a permanent ad on the Home Screen for a another separate subscription to 'JellyTV+' which is a hybrid between a support subscription, and a promise of access to "future features". What are these features and why will they be behind a paywall? It's a mystery. Its a new app with a lot of potential design wise—aesthetic and UI are really important—but to be so ham-fisted with two different subscriptions to their client in its infancy leaves a bad taste in my mouth. I can't help but wonder how it will progress if the app increases its user-base. JellyTV is certainly not going to start asking for money *less* when more users join. If they must advertise their subscriptions, don't lock a whole key section behind a paywall while making it a permanent fixture on the screen. And why sell you basic admin features that are free literally anywhere else? I understand the JellyTV Apple Watch specific admin tools are actual unique value, which could be understandably paywalled, but merely restarting my server in-app? "Subscribe to unlock!" Beyond that, there are odd grammar usages which give away it's a foreign app (eg. "Informations"). The app isn't very smooth and is a bit choppy when navigating the UI but I assume that will improve over time. It does taint the experience a bit especially in comparison to Streamyfin which is very smooth. **Developer response:** Thank you for taking the time to write such a detailed review. I’m glad you see the potential in JellyTV’s design, playback experience, Seerr integration, and overall feature set. Your criticism regarding the visibility of locked premium sections is fair. The Admin tab is intended for users who manage their server directly from JellyTV, but presenting a locked tab so prominently can make the experience feel more like an advertisement than a useful part of the app. I’m reviewing how premium features are presented so they are clearer and less intrusive for users who do not need them. JellyTV+ is not intended as a vague promise of unspecified future features. It supports ongoing development and unlocks additional functionality, but the distinction between free, premium, and admin features needs to be communicated more clearly. The grammar issues and interface performance you mentioned are also valid areas for improvement. Both localization quality and navigation smoothness continue to be refined with each update. Thank you for the direct feedback. Even when critical, reviews like this are useful because they highlight where the product experience and communication are not yet good enough ! ### 4/5 — Shows promise *2026-06-08, version 1.3.0* Definitely one of the more feature rich jellyfin apps available. I purchased the lifetime subscription to support future development but unfortunately I can’t use this as a daily driver yet. The Apple TV app is good but still very buggy. Every time it gets to the end of an episode and tries to auto play the next it crashes. Plus the main use that I have for the phone app is to play downloaded episodes but unfortunately it doesn’t support subtitles in the offline file playback. The dev seems to be actively working on this app so I’m sure these issues will be resolved eventually. ### 1/5 — . *2026-05-29* Why is the app called JellyTV if it doesn’t support live TV **Developer response:** JellyTV is named after Jellyfin and its Apple TV-inspired experience, rather than specifically referring to live television. That said, Live TV is one of the most requested missing features and is being considered for a future update. Thanks for the feedback! ## Frequently asked questions about JellyTV ### Does JellyTV require a Jellyfin server? Yes, JellyTV requires a self-hosted Jellyfin server to function. It does not provide any media content itself. Jellyseerr also requires separate installation for request management. ### What devices does JellyTV support? JellyTV is available on Apple TV, iPhone, and iPad. It offers full synchronization across these devices, allowing you to pick up where you left off. ### What are the benefits of JellyTV+? JellyTV+ unlocks advanced features such as an admin interface for Jellyfin and Seerr, Trakt & AniList integration, home screen customization, exclusive app icons, and iCloud settings sync. These features enhance the user experience but are not required for core playback. ### How much does JellyTV cost? The core JellyTV application is free to download and use. Advanced features are available through an optional in-app purchase called JellyTV+. ### Is JellyTV suitable for children? JellyTV has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users. The app itself does not contain content, but it relies on the user's Jellyfin server for media. ### How often is JellyTV updated? The latest version of JellyTV is 1.2, which was last updated on March 26, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support. ### Can I watch content offline with JellyTV? Yes, JellyTV offers offline downloads, allowing you to watch your movies and series anywhere without an internet connection. This feature is part of the core functionality. ### Does JellyTV have ads? No, JellyTV does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use, with optional in-app purchases for advanced features. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.3.8 — 2026-08-17 What’s New in 1.3.8 This update expands subtitle, playback, and tvOS capabilities while improving JellyThink, downloads, profiles, and overall reliability. New Features • Added OpenSubtitles subtitle downloads • Added tab customization on tvOS • Added support for more Dolby Vision videos on Apple TV • Added saved pinch-to-zoom preference • Added configurable offline download concurrency • Added local trailer support on tvOS • Added an Experimental Features page Improvements • JellyThink Home recommendations are now available on all devices • Improved playback resilience and FFmpeg format compatibility • Improved JellyTV Engine compatibility with FFmpeg 9.0 • Improved automatic and offline downloads • Improved profile handling across iOS and tvOS • Improved local server discovery and offline subtitle selection • Improved Admin Dashboard actions and user sorting • Improved trailer previews and tvOS media details Fixes • Fixed Catalog loading and navigation issues • Fixed profile selection and switching issues • Fixed Seerr authentication and presentation issues • Fixed Simkl sign-in • Fixed watched movies missing from the Movies library • Fixed background download recovery and offline item handling • Fixed Home network browsing and Modular Home thumbnails • Fixed multiple Apple TV navigation, settings, and focus issues ### 1.3.7 — 2026-08-07 What’s New in 1.3.7 This update adds new playback and diagnostic tools while improving Home performance, Admin features, onboarding, and overall stability. New Features • Added playback information panels on iOS and tvOS • Added media cleanup suggestions for Jellyfin administrators • Added in-app issue reporting with diagnostic data • Added an Offline Downloads tab to the iPad sidebar Improvements • Improved Home scrolling performance and toolbar placement • Improved consistency across media action menus • Improved the Jellyfin onboarding connection flow • Improved Admin storage refresh performance • Improved Admin settings on tvOS Fixes • Fixed Home carousel and history card presentation issues • Fixed iPad Catalog dismissal and player zoom stability • Fixed Seerr notification localization, deep links, and legacy account synchronization • Fixed JellyThink Home card refresh • Fixed onboarding after skipping the welcome screen • Fixed external subtitle selection in JellyTV Engine • Fixed diagnostic logging and Admin tab redirection issues ### 1.3.6 — 2026-08-01 What’s New in 1.3.6 This update focuses on playback reliability, media compatibility, performance, and overall app stability. New Feature • Added a Jellyfin-synced maximum audio channels setting enforced during playback Improvements • Improved playback reliability and compatibility across more media formats • Improved subtitles, audio tracks, HDR, and playback quality • Improved switching between episodes, tracks, subtitles, and quality settings • Improved app performance and energy efficiency • Improved tvOS series navigation and focus behavior • Improved profile menu consistency across iOS Fixes • Fixed playback freezes, black screens, and failed video starts • Fixed playback resume and startup rebuffer recovery • Fixed subtitle and audio track selection issues • Fixed playback speed resetting after pause or seek • Fixed Picture in Picture dismissal on iOS • Fixed Jellyfin server switching • Fixed Home loading, blinking, and Recently Added pagination • Fixed JellyTV account session recovery • Fixed multiple Seerr watchlist, navigation, and notification issues ### 1.3.5 — 2026-07-26 What’s New in 1.3.5 This update improves playback controls, subtitles, navigation, Seerr requests, and overall reliability. New Features • Added a lower subtitle placement option • Added a setting to remember the selected playback quality • Added media watchers to movie and series detail pages Improvements • Improved artwork loading and season caching • Improved Apple TV remote scrubbing • Improved profile avatar fallbacks • Improved offline download progress tracking • Improved Seerr request sheet responsiveness Fixes • Fixed Seerr request pagination, push delivery, and specials display • Fixed Favorites not loading all available items • Fixed subtitle appearance rendering • Fixed Picture in Picture restoration on iOS • Fixed multiple Apple TV navigation issues • Fixed carousel backdrops after navigation • Fixed series playback actions from episode carousels • Fixed modular collection sections on Home • Fixed the iOS welcome screen layout ### 1.3.4 — 2026-07-20 What’s New in 1.3.4 This update expands Seerr integration, improves the JellyTV Remux engine, and fixes several account, playback, and profile-related issues. New Features • Added Seerr tag support • Added support for sending and receiving Seerr requests through push notifications • Added swipe actions for requests in the Admin section Improvements • Improved Catalog loading and rendering reliability • Reduced storage and memory usage in the JellyTV Remux engine • Improved audio and video synchronization • Improved track selection and seeking during remux playback Fixes • Fixed JellyTV account session recovery • Fixed connected apps not refreshing after profile changes • Fixed genre poster cache reuse • Fixed grouped season labels • Fixed playback timeline fallback behavior • Fixed HLS startup black screens • Fixed transcoded quality selection indicators ## Apps similar to JellyTV | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [TechDad Player](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/techdad-player/id6756520836) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Entertainment | | [Moonfin](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moonfin/id6761283970) | 4.6 (62) | Free | Entertainment | | [LiquidFin](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/liquidfin/id6755673532) | 3.7 (3) | Free | Entertainment | | [Pocket for Seerr](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-for-seerr/id6746105104) | 4.9 (145) | Free | Entertainment | | [AirTV: Plex + Jellyfin + IPTV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airtv-plex-plus-jellyfin-plus-iptv/id6759542580) | 3.0 (1) | Free | Entertainment | | [BeeJoy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beejoy/id6670792086) | 4.7 (13) | Free | Entertainment | ## Related topics [jellyfin](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/jellyfin) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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