Moonfin vs MyMythPlayer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
MyMythPlayer
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Stream and manage your MythTV recordings directly from your Apple TV. MythTV Player connects to your MythTV backend server and lets you browse, play, and manage all your recorded TV shows from the comfort of your couch — no web browser or desktop computer needed. Features: • Browse Recordings — View all your MythTV recordings organized by recording groups and titles, with season and episode information. • Stream Playback — Play recordings directly via HTTP streaming or using MythTV's native protocol. • Resume Playback — The app remembers your playback position for each recording, so you can pick up right where you left off. • Last Viewed — Quickly access your recently watched titles without scrolling through your entire library. • Recording Management — Delete recordings directly from the app when you're done watching. • Artwork & Metadata — Automatically fetches fanart and episode metadata from your MythTV backend. • Playback Controls — Jump forward/backward by 20 or 180 seconds, fast forward, play/pause — with full support for the Apple TV Siri Remote. • Preferred Group — Set a default recording group to load on startup for quick access to your favorite content. • Universal App — Runs natively on both Apple TV (tvOS)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Moonfin at Free against MyMythPlayer's $2.99. Moonfin also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks) and device support (4 vs 1). On 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
Moonfin is free to download; MyMythPlayer costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Moonfin ships an update weekly, MyMythPlayer every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Moonfin | MyMythPlayer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $2.99 |
| Rating | 4.5 (82 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 80.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 82 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better | Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 26.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 141 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AXL NUNEZ | Ernst Reiter |
In-app purchases
Moonfin
No in-app purchases
MyMythPlayer
No in-app purchases









