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FStream vs Plex
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
FStream
6.0WebRadio listener/recorder software
Plex
8.0Home media player
| Metric | FStream | Plex |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1 | 446 |
| 90-day Installs | 11 | 1.4K |
| 365-day Installs | 100 | 6.0K |
| Version | 1.4.9 | 1.112.0.359,0d79a49f |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 209 | 11.2K |
| GitHub Forks | 53 | 604 |
| Open Issues | 33 | 83 |
| License | ISC | OFL-1.1 |
| Language | JavaScript | CSS |
| Last GitHub Commit | 4y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Sep 30, 2014 | Oct 14, 2012 |
Reviews
FStream
FStream is a specialized WebRadio listener and recorder that offers a clean interface for streaming and saving audio content. It appeals to users who want to consume and archive online radio streams without additional complexity.
FStream allows users to listen to and record WebRadio streams.
Pros
- + Specialized for WebRadio streaming and recording
- + Clean and user-friendly interface
- + Functional despite limited recent updates
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Limited community engagement and discussion
- - Security concerns in older versions
Plex
Plex is a robust home media player that streams and organizes your media library, offering a seamless experience for content consumption. It benefits users who want a centralized platform for accessing movies, TV shows, and music across various devices.
Plex streams and organizes digital media, providing a unified platform for accessing movies, TV shows, and music.
Pros
- + Seamless media streaming across devices
- + Comprehensive media library management
- + Regular updates and auto-updating feature
Cons
- - Security concerns as highlighted in recent notices
- - Issues with certain third-party hosting providers