Is the Emby Phone App no longer free to use?

[djotaku 3]

When I connect to my server on my local network and try to play a movie, it tells me I have to pay $5. I used to be able to watch stuff. Did it change?

[Koleckai Silvestri 1154]

Apps from the Emby Team require a one-time fee or Emby Premier. Apps from third parties, if available, can differ.

[Luke 42077]

We work tirelessly on our apps and we thank you for your support.

[RanmaCanada 494]

It's worth the price.  The devs actively listen to the community and implement features that Plex won't.

[Luke 42077]

Thanks for the kind words !

[djotaku 3]

No problem. Didn't mean to disparage the Emby team or their great work. It just used to work for free and didn't now so I wasn't sure if I was hitting some wrong button or something.