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Emby ServerNextPVR
Freemium

The server is free to use. Emby Premiere is a paid subscription that unlocks hardware…

 Free

Free for personal use.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted, Android, iOS, Web Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted
  • Client apps on phones, tablets, smart televisions and consoles
  • Live TV and DVR from a tuner card or network tuner
  • Broad tuner support including DVB, ATSC and SAT>IP
  • Runs on Windows, Linux, macOS or Docker
  • Closed source since 2018
  • Hardware transcoding and offline downloads need a paid subscription
  • Free only for personal use
  • Needs a compatible TV tuner or network tuner
Self-hosted, Downloadable app Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 21, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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