# Swiftfin — A native Jellyfin client

> Native Jellyfin client for streaming video media to iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Anthony Lavado.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swiftfin/id1604098728 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Anthony Lavado](https://appshunter.io/developer/1480192617)
- Category: Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 266 App Store ratings · 359 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 186 MB
- Languages: Korean, Middle English, Old Persian, Galician, Georgian, Greek, Dutch, Norwegian Nynorsk, Danish, German (Germany) and 43 more
- Released: 2022-12-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swiftfin/id1604098728/reviews.md

## What is Swiftfin?

Swiftfin is a fast, native video player that works with Jellyfin, the open source free software media server.

To use the app, you must have a Jellyfin server set up and running. Find out more at https://jellyfin.org

With a Jellyfin server, you can:
- Watch Live TV and recorded shows from your Jellyfin server (additional hardware/services required)
- Stream your video to your iOS/iPadOS device
- View your collection in an easy to use interface

This is an official Jellyfin companion app. Thank you for using Jellyfin!

## Key features

- Native iOS/iPadOS video player
- Connects to Jellyfin media servers
- Stream video collection
- Easy-to-use interface
- Watch Live TV (with hardware)

## What do users think of Swiftfin?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Smooth and responsive UI
- 🚀 Fast and efficient media playback
- 🔒 Secure user profiles and pin protection
- 💡 Seamless switching between multiple user accounts
- 👍 Clean and modern app design

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🔋 Inconsistent battery performance
- 🔒 Difficulty changing server IP/domain
- 🐛 Issues with subtitle and audio track selection
- 🐛 Unreliable live TV and DVR functionality

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Unable to connect to Jellyfin server after recent updates
- Sorting and filtering not working as expected
- Playback issues with certain video codecs and formats
- Home bar not disappearing during video playback
- Sync issues between iOS and tvOS versions

**Most requested features**

- Add offline media download capability
- Implement Picture-in-Picture mode
- Introduce a shuffle option for episodes
- Integrate e-book and audiobook support
- Allow customization of media library views

## Recent user reviews (10 of 359)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swiftfin/id1604098728/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Major Improvements

*2026-08-23, version 1.6*

This app has gotten so much better since the previous updates. It’s become really polished and is now a perfect replacement for the jellyfin app.

### 1/5 — No Longer Works With Stable Release of Jellyfin?

*2026-08-21, version 1.6*

This app worked for a short while for me but now indicates that Jellyfin 12 is required while 10.11.11 is the current stable version.

### 3/5 — Why is there a warning?

*2026-08-20, version 1.6*

Why is there a warning that Swiftfin requires Jellyfin 12.0.0 when 12.0 is still in RC? Can we stay away from shiny new things and focus on stability? There’s TestFlight for that.

### 3/5 — More responsive

*2026-08-18, version 1.6*

Although missing a few important features like downloading to device, in my opinion this is a step in the right direction. It’s faster, and smoother, removes the need for multiple pages for media libraries, and allows continuous scrolling to display more media like a modern app should. 

Also adds the ability to quickly switch between multiple users, and adds a way to protect users with a pin (although it could use some improvements like needing to reenter the pin after closing and reopening the app)

### 3/5 — Great release for AppleTV

*2026-08-18, version 1.6*

Update: latest version breaks everything.  Requires Jellyfin Beta - ridiculous.  Theme renders buttons unreadable in dark mode.  Native player no longer shows prev/next or proper episode name.  Will not queue next episode.  Play button for next up says “missing”.  And of course AppleTV you can’t roll back.

Performs much better, less lag, clean interface, and…settings!

Thank you.

Now if only it had a “clear cache” in the settings, and the long-awaited Music Videos category had play all/shuffle play.

I had to switch to direct play - all my videos are transcoded, and worked fine on previous version.  This version requests transcode for them - to the same settings?

### 3/5 — Why 12.0?

*2026-08-16, version 1.6*

Why would anybody push an app update for a client that requires a currently unstable release of the server component? The app is currently not useable with a stable release jellyfin server (10.11.11)

### 5/5 — Media download

*2026-08-16, version 1.6*

The app is smooth and good looking. I’d like to download my media and I will be happy! 🥰

### 5/5 — Works great

*2026-08-14, version 1.6*

A smooth and useful UI, easy use !

### 1/5 — Used to be great

*2026-08-13, version 1.5*

It used to be great. Swiftfin player would go to side view automatically. Left/right swipe would set screen brightness and volume. Now it just quits player even I had it in settings. NEW PLAYER SUCKS.

### 5/5 — iOS & Apple TV ❤️

*2026-08-06, version 1.5*

Thank you so much für the Apple TV version update! This fixed so much problems is just a blast to use now. Mich appreciated!

## Frequently asked questions about Swiftfin

### What is Swiftfin?

Swiftfin is a fast, native video player designed to work with Jellyfin, which is an open-source media server. It allows you to stream your video collection from your Jellyfin server directly to your iOS or iPadOS device.

### Do I need a Jellyfin server to use Swiftfin?

Yes, you absolutely need to have a Jellyfin server set up and running to use Swiftfin. The app acts as a client to access and play media from your existing Jellyfin server. More information about setting up a Jellyfin server can be found at https://jellyfin.org.

### Can I watch live TV with Swiftfin?

Yes, you can watch Live TV and recorded shows from your Jellyfin server using Swiftfin. However, please note that this functionality requires additional hardware and services to be set up with your Jellyfin server.

### Is Swiftfin free to use?

Yes, Swiftfin is a free application. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements, and it is an official companion app for the free and open-source Jellyfin media server.

### What devices is Swiftfin compatible with?

Swiftfin is designed for Apple devices and is compatible with iOS and iPadOS. It allows you to stream your media collection to your iPhone or iPad.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6 — 2026-08-13

Enjoy a smoother experience with various improvements and fixes.

### 1.5 — 2026-07-16

Enjoy a smoother experience with various improvements and fixes.

### 1.4.1 — 2026-01-13

Bug fixes for native player and crashes

### 1.4 — 2025-12-12

New video player, support for home and music videos, new people view, and improved design throughout the app.

### 1.3.1 — 2025-07-10

Fixed a duplication issue with multiple servers on the user selection screen. To fix the issue on your devices, successfully login to a user on each server or re-add your servers.

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## More apps by Anthony Lavado

- [Jellyfin Mobile](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jellyfin-mobile/id1480192618)

All apps by Anthony Lavado: https://appshunter.io/developer/1480192617

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