Plex's new social features don't make its recent price increase easier to swallow
Plex has increased the price of its Lifetime Pass from $250 to $750, introducing new social features that may not justify the hike. The new features include Lists, Discussions, and emoji reactions, but many users may prefer improvements to core functionalities. This move could lead to further user dissatisfaction and a shift towards alternative platforms like Jellyfin.
- ▪Plex's Lifetime Pass price increased from $250 to $750.
- ▪New social features include Lists, Discussions, and emoji reactions.
- ▪Many users prefer core functionality improvements over social features.
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| Publication time | Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:22:43 GMT |
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