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Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
PlexMod for Kodi is a community modification of the Plex client add-on, with features beyond those in other official Plex clients.
Alternatives
The Best Synko Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives0 free · 23 open source
Looking for something like Synko? Here are 24 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 23 are open source.
Synko implements a minimal Syncplay client as a Kodi service for synchronized movie playback.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionplex-for-kodiPlexMod for Kodi is a community modification of the Plex…Another optionSyncplaySyncplay synchronizes playback position and play state…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | plex-for-kodi | — | Yes | — |
| 2 | Syncplay | — | Yes | — |
| 3 | Plex Kodi Connect | — | Yes | — |
| 4 | Exaile | — | Yes | — |
| 5 | Dispatcharr | — | Yes | — |
| 6 | gridplayer | — | Yes | — |
| 7 | MoonPlayer | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 8 | mpv-autosub | — | Yes | Linux, Windows |
| 9 | MPV SponsorBlock | — | Yes | — |
| 10 | streamlink | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
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Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
Syncplay synchronizes playback position and play state across media players such as mpv, VLC, MPC-HC, and MPC-BE over the internet.
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Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
PlexKodiConnect synchronizes media from a Plex server into Kodi’s native database for browsing through Kodi.
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Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
Exaile combines cross-platform music playback with music library management capabilities.
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Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
Dispatcharr describes itself as a companion for managing IPTV and streams.
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Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
Play multiple videos side by side with gridplayer, a desktop video player project.
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MoonPlayer plays online videos from YouTube and Bilibili, can download them, and also opens local videos.
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Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
mpv-autosub automatically downloads subtitles when opening a video if suitable subtitles are not already present.
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Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
This mpv script ports SponsorBlock to the player and skips sponsored segments in YouTube videos.
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Also covers media, open source, and python · same kind of open-source project
Streamlink pipes streams from supported services into a media player through its command-line utility and Python library.
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Also covers open source and python · same kind of open-source project
ytdl-sub automates media downloads and metadata generation with yt-dlp.
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Also covers open source and python · same kind of open-source project
Kyoo runs as a self-hosted server for movies, series, and anime, with automatic scanning and metadata matching.
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Also covers open source and python · same kind of open-source project
Quod Libet is a music player and library manager for Linux, Windows, and macOS.
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Also covers open source and python · same kind of open-source project
LedFx generates real-time audio effects for supported network-connected LED devices.
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Mopidy
mopidy.comAlso covers media and python
Mopidy serves music from local files, radio, and supported services, with control through MPD or web clients.
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Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
Gonic streams music through a server implementing the Subsonic API as free software.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Jellyfin Desktop is a desktop client built with Qt WebEngine and libmpv, with downloads listed for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Use Aonsoku as a desktop client for Navidrome and Subsonic servers, built with React and Electron.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
ncmpc++ provides an MPD client through a feature-rich ncurses interface.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Streamyfin provides a modern client for connecting to a Jellyfin media server.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Browse and play movies and series from Jellyfin with Findroid, a native Android client.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Jellyfin Vue offers an experimental alternative browser client for Jellyfin, written in Vue.js and marked as not feature-complete.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
This Seerr mobile app is a media request and discovery client for Jellyfin, Plex, and Emby.
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Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
Feishin provides a modern client for playing music from self-hosted services.
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What is the best alternative to Synko?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Synko are plex-for-kodi, Syncplay, and Plex Kodi Connect.
Are there open-source alternatives to Synko?
Yes: plex-for-kodi, Syncplay, Plex Kodi Connect, and Exaile.
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