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Features

What you can do with tofa.

Compare features across apps and see what's still in development.

What runs where

Features by app

Web browser

Watch your library and manage your server from a browser.

  • Browse movies, shows, collections, and Discover
  • Keep watch progress in sync across your devices
  • Choose audio tracks and subtitles
  • Watch Together
  • Manage libraries, users, and server settings
  • Check active streams, server health, and storage

Before you install

Playback formats, HDR, and audio output depend on the browser and device. Your server converts files when needed.

Server management lives in the web dashboard.

All apps connect to Tofa Server. Tofa is free to use. Optional Supporter features are available to preview at no charge during beta. For Samsung, LG, and Fire TV availability, see the roadmap.

Not here yet

What's missing

PlannedLive TV and DVR
PlannedTrailers and extras
PlannedSubtitle search and download
PlannedCollections you build yourself
PlannedMusic libraries
PlannedPhotos and personal media libraries
PlannedCasting to a TV from your phone
PlannedRatings and history sync with other services
PlannedA plugin and extension layer

These are on the list. Vote on the roadmap to move the ones you care about up.

Coming from Plex?

What changes when you switch

Tofa and Plex. Reviewed September 24, 2026.
FeatureTofaPlex
Current accessBeta; account requiredPublic registration
Remote personal videoIncluded; relay limits applyPlex Pass or Remote Watch Pass requirements apply
Hardware transcodingIncluded on supported hardwareGenerally Plex Pass; specific device exceptions
Optional paid featuresSupporter; currently unlocked in betaPlex Pass
Live TV / DVR and musicNot availableAvailable; feature requirements vary
Try alongside your serverReuse media folders; preview Plex history importKeep your current setup during the trial

Plex remote viewing can be covered by the server owner's Plex Pass, or the viewer's qualifying pass. Hardware-acceleration exceptions include NVIDIA SHIELD and specified WD My Cloud Pro devices. See Plex plans, Plex hardware requirements, and Tofa pricing and limits. Product names belong to their respective owners.

See it for yourself.

Tofa is free to use, with an optional Supporter tier for extra features.

Sign up for the beta