tofaWhat 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
- Watch Live TV with a guide, pause, and recording
- 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 and LG availability, see the roadmap.
Not here yet
What's missing
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
| Feature | Tofa | Plex |
|---|---|---|
| Current access | Beta; account required | Public registration |
| Remote personal video | Included; relay limits apply | Owner's Plex Pass, plus a pass for viewers on other accounts |
| Hardware transcoding | Included on supported hardware | Generally Plex Pass; specific device exceptions |
| Optional paid features | Supporter; currently unlocked in beta | Plex Pass |
| Live TV and recording | Available | Available; feature requirements vary |
| Music libraries | Not available | Available |
| Try alongside your server | Reuse media folders; preview Plex history import | Keep your current setup during the trial |
Plex now checks subscriptions on the server for remote streams, which also affects third-party apps. Remote viewing needs a Plex Pass on the server owner's account, and viewers on a different account need their own Plex Pass or Remote Watch 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