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Gerbera vs Jellyfin
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| Fact | Gerbera | Jellyfin |
|---|---|---|
| Language | C++ | C# |
| Licence | Other | GPL-2.0 |
| Stars | 1.4k | 58k |
| Latest | v3.3.0 | v12.2 |
| Last push | 2026-10-01 | 2026-10-05 |
| Release cadence | about 31 days between releases | about 14 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 4 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 105+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace Plex. Alternatives to Plex →
PartialGerberaServes your media to UPnP and DLNA devices on the local network, without remote streaming or apps of its own.
Full replacementJellyfinStreams your films, series, music and live TV to its clients, with no account or paid tier.
Gerbera
unsigned The latest release, v3.3.0, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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Jellyfin
unsigned The latest release, v12.2, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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