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Twonky Server vs Plex Media Server: catalog facts
Twonky Server	Plex Media Server
Paid Paid software; you choose a payment option before downloading.	Freemium Adding media and streaming it on your home network is free. Streaming your library from…
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted, Web, Android, iOS
Works with standard DLNA and UPnP devices Combines media from several devices into one library	Automatic matching of films, shows and music with artwork and metadata Client apps on more devices than any comparable server, including most smart TVs
Paid, with registration required Limited to streaming inside the home network	Streaming from outside the home needs a paid Plex Pass or Remote Watch Pass Closed source, and sign-in goes through a Plex account on the company’s servers
Downloadable app	Self-hosted, Downloadable app, Hosted service
Closed source	Closed source
License: Proprietary	License not stated
Account needed	Account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 20, 2026

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