Moonfin vs Clockworks Connector
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.
Clockworks Connector
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Built on Clockworks Timecode Live platform, easily generate LTC timecode from anywhere using your phone. Supporting any class-compliant audio interface, simply enter your timecode live code, hit connect, and watch the timecode run.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Moonfin at 4 against Clockworks Connector's 2. Moonfin also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.2). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Moonfin ships an update weekly, Clockworks Connector every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Moonfin | Clockworks Connector |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (82 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 80.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 82 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 141 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AXL NUNEZ | evan clark |
In-app purchases
Moonfin
No in-app purchases
Clockworks Connector
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Moonfin free?
Is Clockworks Connector free?
Do Moonfin or Clockworks Connector have ads?
Which is updated more often, Moonfin or Clockworks Connector?
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