Comparison

Multi Video Player Plus vs Canopy for Plex

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Multi Video Player Plus

This application allows users to play up to nine video clips simultaneously, offering features like variable playback speeds, aspect ratio control, and individual audio settings. It's ideal for comparing footage, reviewing security camera feeds, or enjoying multiple media streams at once.

Highlights
  • Play up to 9 videos simultaneously
  • Variable playback speeds (0.5x to 8.0x)
  • Individual video timers
  • Adjustable playback aspect ratio
  • Hide interface buttons for preview
  • Control individual clip audio
Features
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Multi Video Player plays multiple videos at once, play up to 9 video clips at the same time. And it is a great tool for security footage check back or for the video comparison check. Features: • Play and Preview multiple videos quickly. • Play video at speed 0.5x [slow motion], 1.0x [normal], 2.0x, 4.0x or 8.0x. • Standard Play, Pause or Stop video function. • Video mode 2, 3, 4, 6 or 9 available. • Individual video timer are shown. • Option to set playback aspect ratio fix or fill. • Option to hide all button or text for better preview/playback. • Option to set individual clip audio on or off. • Supported both portrait and landscape mode. How to Use: 1. Press the [ + ] Plus button and load videos from the library. 2. And the videos are played automatically. -- Usage -- • Review security/CCTV footage with fast playback. • Compare multiple video clips side by side. • Watch two shows, dramas, or sports events simultaneously. • Analyze gameplay videos to improve performance. • Compare different camera angles from the same event or shoot. • Monitor multiple video sources from surveillance systems. • Review time-lapse videos together for visual progress comparison. • Compare before-and-after videos for editing or restoration work. • Watch training videos alongside reference materials. • Play multiple music videos at once for fun visual effects. • Use for filmmaking or video editing review sessions. • Study motion or choreography by watching different performances. • Compare various versions of the same video (e.g., different resolutions or edits). • Use creatively in presentations or exhibitions for a dynamic video wall effect. Thanks for your support and do visit nitrio.com for more apps for your iOS devices.

About

Canopy for Plex

This app provides a safe and distraction-free interface for families to enjoy their existing movie and TV show library. It offers age-appropriate browsing, parental controls, and screen time management, all while connecting to your Plex Media Server.

Highlights
  • Distraction-free interface
  • Age-appropriate browsing
  • PIN-protected parental controls
  • Content rating filtering
  • Offline viewing
  • Screen time controls
Features
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Your Plex library, built for families. Canopy for Plex gives your family a beautiful, distraction-free interface to watch the movies and shows you already own — without giving them access to everything in your library. A better viewing experience: - Simple, full-screen video player with big, easy-to-tap controls - Continue Watching — picks up right where they left off - Favorites — save their go-to shows - Age-appropriate browsing with no hidden surprises Parents stay in control: - PIN-protected parental controls — change settings only when you're ready - Filter your library by content rating so only approved content appears - Download videos for offline viewing — perfect for travel or no-Wi-Fi zones - Screen time controls to set daily limits Works with your existing Plex setup: Canopy connects directly to your Plex Media Server. No extra subscriptions. No new content to buy. Just a safer way for your family to watch what you already have. Requires an existing Plex Media Server. Plex Pass not required.

Screenshots

Multi Video Player Plus4 screens
Canopy for Plex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Canopy for Plex at weekly against Multi Video Player Plus's every 50 months. Multi Video Player Plus's advantage is price ($3.99 vs $4.99) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On rating, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Multi Video Player Plus costs $3.99 and Canopy for Plex $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Multi Video Player Plus against 5.0 for Canopy for Plex. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Multi Video Player Plus ships an update every 50 months, Canopy for Plex weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Multi Video Player Plus versus Canopy for Plex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMulti Video Player PlusCanopy for Plex
Price$3.99 — better$4.99
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 50 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB106 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHeng Jia LiangAshton Lance

Customer experience

Multi Video Player Plus

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Canopy for Plex

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Multi Video Player Plus

No in-app purchases

None

Canopy for Plex

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Multi Video Player Plus free?
Multi Video Player Plus costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Canopy for Plex free?
Canopy for Plex costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Multi Video Player Plus or Canopy for Plex?
Multi Video Player Plus and Canopy for Plex are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Multi Video Player Plus or Canopy for Plex have ads?
Neither Multi Video Player Plus nor Canopy for Plex shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Multi Video Player Plus or Canopy for Plex?
Multi Video Player Plus ships an update every 50 months, and Canopy for Plex weekly. Most recently, Multi Video Player Plus was updated on October 11, 2026 and Canopy for Plex on October 9, 2026.

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