Comparison

FMCU vs Moonfin

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

Head to head
About

FMCU

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FMCU Button of the Cowards is the ideal button for those (like me) who do not dare to make a physical one. It makes it easy to control your lab remotely using MQTT. Enter your Lab ID once, then tap the toggle button to send messages over MQTT. • Instant feedback • Connection status indicator • Lab online/offline indicator • Haptic and system-click audio on tap • Built-in countdown • Shows time remaining until your lab session expires (12 hours from last ON) • Simple configuration • Store your Lab ID in a dedicated settings page FMCU is a straightforward companion for any FMCU-enabled lab or person.

About

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.

Highlights
  • Stream movies, shows, and music
  • Offline media playback
  • Live TV and DVR support
  • Multi-server connection
  • Customizable interface
  • Cross-device settings sync
Features
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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.

Screenshots

FMCU4 screens
Moonfin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Moonfin at weekly against FMCU's every 2 months. Moonfin also leads on device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FMCU ships an update every 2 months, Moonfin weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FMCU versus Moonfin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFMCUMoonfin
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (82 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—80.9% of reviews
Number of ratings—82 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS17.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB141 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrancisco Sanchez ArroyoAXL NUNEZ

In-app purchases

None

FMCU

No in-app purchases

None

Moonfin

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FMCU free?
FMCU is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Moonfin free?
Moonfin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FMCU or Moonfin have ads?
Neither FMCU nor Moonfin shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FMCU or Moonfin?
FMCU ships an update every 2 months, and Moonfin weekly. Most recently, FMCU was updated on October 28, 2026 and Moonfin on October 31, 2026.

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