Top 3 Third-Party Jellyfin Music Clients for an Enhanced Listening Experience
Hello everyone, I'm xiaoz! Today I recommend three third-party Jellyfin music clients: Finamp, Stream Music, and Symfonium. Each client has its own unique features, so let's see which one suits you best.
About Jellyfin
Before diving into the three recommended music clients, let's briefly introduce Jellyfin. Jellyfin is a free and open-source media server that allows you to manage and play music, movies, and other media on your own devices. With Jellyfin, you have complete control over your media library and can enjoy streaming services on any supported device.
The three music clients recommended below do not contain any music content themselves; they require a connection to a Jellyfin server to function. Therefore, if you haven't set up a Jellyfin server yet or are unfamiliar with the software, these clients might not be very helpful to you.
Finamp
Finamp is a Jellyfin music player available for Android and iOS. It aims to provide a listening experience similar to traditional streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music, but tailored for your personal music library. Finamp is free and open-source software, just like Jellyfin.
Installing Finamp
Search for "Finamp" in the Google Play Store or iOS App Store to install it. Android users can also download the .apk installation file directly from the Finamp project page: https://github.com/jmshrv/finamp/releases.
Note: I tested Finamp and found it can also be installed on car head unit systems.
Stream Music (音流)
Stream Music is a NAS music player that connects to music services deployed on your NAS. It supports various popular music platforms, including Subsonic, Navidrome, Emby, Jellyfin, AudioStation, and Plex, ensuring a consistent listening experience on Android, iOS, macOS, or Windows.
Developed by a domestic developer, this software is highly tailored to the habits of Chinese users. You can download and use it for free, or choose to pay to unlock more advanced features.
For specific installation and usage methods, please refer to: https://blog.xiaoz.org/archives/20541
Symfonium
Symfonium is an excellent music player designed for Android devices. It offers an offline mode, a clean interface, and high-quality audio effects. Additionally, it supports multiple media sources, including Plex, Emby, Jellyfin, Subsonic, and WebDAV. Please note that this software is paid.
Installing Symfonium
Search for "Symfonium" directly in the Google Play Store or visit: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.symfonik.music.player to install it.
Comparison: Finamp, Stream Music, and Symfonium
To help you choose, I have compiled a comparison table of the three software applications.
| Feature | Finamp | Stream Music | Symfonium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| macOS | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| iOS | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Android | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Plex | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Emby | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Jellyfin | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subsonic | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| WebDAV | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Paid? | ✗ | Free + Paid | ✓ |
Based on our comparison table, we can see that each software has its own strengths:
- Platform Support: Finamp and Symfonium primarily support iOS and Android devices, while Stream Music offers broader platform support, including Windows and macOS, making it an ideal choice for multi-platform users.
- Media Source Support: Symfonium and Stream Music support the widest variety of media sources, including Plex, Emby, Jellyfin, Subsonic, and WebDAV, providing greater flexibility. In contrast, Finamp only supports Jellyfin, which is suitable for users who primarily use Jellyfin.
- Pricing: Finamp offers a completely free service, suitable for users on a budget. Stream Music and Symfonium provide basic free options with paid advanced features, offering more possibilities for users seeking a higher experience.
Conclusion
In summary, choosing the right software depends on your specific needs, such as platform preferences, requirements for multimedia sources, and willingness to pay. Each software has its unique advantages, and the right choice can greatly enhance your music experience. I hope this sharing helps you make a choice that suits you best.
Additionally, I have created a dedicated discussion group for NAS users. If you are interested, you can join by scanning the WeChat QR code below. If the group is full or the link has expired, you can add my WeChat ID: xiaozme and mention "NAS Player" in your request, and I will invite you to the group.
