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[–] ipkpjersi@lemmy.ml 2 points 2 hours ago* (last edited 2 hours ago) (1 children)

That's pretty much where I'm at too.

Both Jellyfin and Plex are pretty great currently, I prefer Plex slightly, but if Plex becomes worse then I'll likely make the switch over to Jellyfin. I've liked Jellyfin for years but Plex has still been my main app.

I have both of them installed anyway.

Plex is less confusing to use if you want to share your library, but thankfully I don't have any concerns about that because I'm selfish with my media and just have it set up for my own personal use.

[–] badgermurphy@lemmy.world 1 points 23 minutes ago* (last edited 23 minutes ago)

*when Plex becomes worse

I am not aware of any company that has reversed course on enshittification once it has begun, so Plex seems certain to follow that path. I would consider at least being prepared.