Phyn vs Moonfin
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Phyn
This app provides an enhanced media streaming experience for Jellyfin users. It offers direct playback of various video codecs, seamless server plugin integration, and download support for offline viewing. Enjoy personalized recommendations, a rich music player, and support for audiobooks and eBooks.
- Direct video codec playback
- Server plugin support
- Offline download support
- Personalized recommendations
- Rich music player
- Audiobook and eBook support
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Phyn is a media player for your Jellyfin library. Stream films and series, browse Live TV, enjoy music and audiobooks, and keep your eBooks together in one polished app. DISCOVER MORE TO WATCH Explore new movies and TV shows, see what is popular, and use personalized recommendations based on your viewing preferences. STAY ON TOP OF RELEASES Link your Trakt account to view a live release calendar for upcoming episodes from the shows you follow. Calendar availability depends on your plan and connected account. WATCH WITH CONTROL Play your library with rich playback controls, subtitles, picture-in-picture, and casting to compatible devices. Browse your collection and Live TV guide with an interface made for finding what you want to watch. READ MORE COMFORTABLY Open EPUB, PDF, Mobi, AZW3, CBR, and CBZ books. Use the improved reader and read-aloud voices, then send highlights and notes to Readwise. LISTEN ANYWHERE Pick up music and audiobooks where you left off, with lyrics where available. TAKE YOUR LIBRARY OFFLINE Download supported films, episodes, music, and books for travel and times without a connection. Phyn connects to a Jellyfin server you control. It is an independent client and is not affiliated with Jellyfin. Terms Of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Moonfin
Access and manage your personal media library from your Jellyfin server on iOS, macOS, and tvOS. Stream content, download for offline viewing, and enjoy a modern interface across all your devices.
- Stream movies, shows, and music
- Offline media playback
- Live TV and DVR support
- Multi-server connection
- Customizable interface
- Cross-device settings sync
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Moonfin brings your Jellyfin and Emby experience to iOS, MacOS, and tvOS in one polished app. Whether you’re on the couch or on the go, Moonfin makes it easy to browse, stream, and manage your personal media library with a fast, modern interface built for every screen size. To use Moonfin, you’ll need your own Jellyfin or Emby server. With Moonfin, you can: • Watch movies, shows, and music from your personal library • Use one app across tvOS and mobile • Download media for offline playback • Browse and play Live TV and DVR content (server setup required) • Watch trailers directly in the app • Request new content with Seerr integration • Connect multiple servers and browse them in one place • Customize your home screen, navigation, and playback behavior • Sync compatible settings across devices with the Moonfin plugin • Use advanced playback controls for subtitles, audio tracks, and more Moonfin is a third-party client built with love for the Jellyfin and Emby communities.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Moonfin at 4.5 against Phyn's 3.3. Moonfin also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 43%) and in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Phyn sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Moonfin asks for nothing beyond the download.
Moonfin holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26 and 82 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Phyn's written reviews are positive against 81% of Moonfin's.
Phyn ships an update every 3 weeks, Moonfin weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Phyn | Moonfin |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.3 (26 ratings) | 4.5 (82 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | 80.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 26 | 82 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 144 MB | 141 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | APPSYNERGY TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS | AXL NUNEZ |
Customer experience
Phyn
Moonfin
In-app purchases
Phyn
- Monthly$0.991 Month
- Monthly$1.991 Month
- Monthly$2.991 Month
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- Annual$9.991 Year
- Semi-Annual$14.996 Months
- Yearly$19.991 Year
- Annual$24.991 Year
- Lifetime$39.99
- Lifetime access$49.99
- Lifetime Access$79.99
Moonfin
No in-app purchases








