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Streamlink Twitch GUI vs Plex
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Streamlink Twitch GUI
7.0Multi platform Twitch.tv browser for Streamlink
Plex
8.0Home media player
| Metric | Streamlink Twitch GUI | Plex |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 18 | 455 |
| 90-day Installs | 53 | 1.4K |
| 365-day Installs | 255 | 6.0K |
| Version | 2.5.3 | 1.112.0.359,0d79a49f |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2.8K | 11.2K |
| GitHub Forks | 210 | 604 |
| Open Issues | 24 | 83 |
| License | MIT | OFL-1.1 |
| Language | JavaScript | CSS |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Dec 11, 2016 | Oct 14, 2012 |
Reviews
Streamlink Twitch GUI
Streamlink Twitch GUI offers a customizable alternative for watching Twitch streams, leveraging Streamlink for broader compatibility. It benefits Twitch viewers seeking a tailored experience beyond the official app.
Enables users to browse and watch Twitch streams using Streamlink.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support
- + Integration with Streamlink
- + Active development
Cons
- - No auto-updates
- - Low 30-day installs
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