Media request managers for nas owners in 2026

Compare media request managers for nas owners and see how each option handles requests, access, and limits.

By VLClean · 2026-10-13

VLClean is published by the makers of Askarr and Watcharr, which are compared here alongside other tools.

Askarr lets people request movies or shows on a website, while the owner's Radarr or Sonarr adds them. ^[1]

Option	Request approach	Cost details
Overseerr	Seerr is a free request management and media discovery tool that works with Jellyfin, Plex, or Emby servers. ^[2]	not published
Jellyseerr	Request management for your media library ^[3]	not published
Ombi	Ombi offers native mobile applications for iOS and Android for request management. ^[4]	not published
Doplarr	Doplarr is an *arr request bot for Discord. ^[5]	not published
Askarr	You request a movie or show on Askarr, and your own Radarr and Sonarr add it. ^[1]	Askarr's own fee: $0 for 10 requests a month, $3.99 a month for 50 requests a month, or $6.99 a month for unlimited requests. ^[1] ^[1] ^[1] Card fee: not published

What nas owners need from media request managers

Nas owners often need a simple way for people to ask for movies and shows without sending messages manually. A useful request manager can collect requests, show what is happening with a title, and help keep requests organized. The right choice depends on how requests are made, who can request content, and how much control the owner wants. Some owners may prefer a website where people search and request titles, while others may prefer chat based requests. Owners should also check how each tool handles their current media workflow and what information it needs to work.

Overseerr for nas owners

Seerr is a free request management and media discovery tool that works with Jellyfin, Plex, or Emby servers. ^[2] Seerr supports both PostgreSQL and SQLite database options. ^[2] Seerr has been localized into more than 25 languages. ^[2]

Jellyseerr for nas owners

Seerr is a free application for managing requests for a media library. ^[3] Seerr currently integrates with Sonarr and Radarr. ^[3] Seerr has a granular permission system that lets owners control access to different features. ^[3]

Ombi for nas owners

Ombi offers native mobile applications for iOS and Android for request management. ^[4] Ombi has an optional approval system for admins to manage and control what content gets added to a server. ^[4] Ombi works on Windows, macOS, Linux, Docker, and more. ^[4]

Doplarr for nas owners

Doplarr is an *arr request bot for Discord. ^[5] The Doplarr repository was archived by its owner on Jun 15, 2026 and is read-only. ^[5]

Askarr for nas owners

Askarr is made by the team that publishes this site. Askarr is a hosted website that works with your existing Radarr and Sonarr. ^[1] You request a movie or show on Askarr, and your own Radarr and Sonarr add it. ^[1] You add Askarr to Radarr and Sonarr once as an import list, and they read your requests from it. ^[1] Askarr never connects to your Radarr or Sonarr and never receives their API keys. ^[1] A webhook from Radarr and Sonarr reports back so the site shows when a title was added and downloaded. ^[1] You can paste a TMDB, IMDb or TVDB link to find the title. ^[1] Askarr's plans include a request history with live status. ^[1] You can try the dashboard with a throwaway demo account and sample data without signing in. ^[1]

Matching the tool to the job

For requests through a website, Askarr lets you request a movie or show, and your own Radarr or Sonarr adds it. ^[1] For owners comparing request tools with media discovery, Seerr is a request management and media discovery tool that works with Jellyfin, Plex, or Emby servers. ^[2] For mobile request access, Ombi offers native mobile applications for iOS and Android for request management. ^[4] For Discord requests, Doplarr is an *arr request bot for Discord. ^[5] For chat based requests, Requestrr lets users request content via Discord using slash commands and buttons. ^[6]

Questions to ask before you choose

Before choosing a media request manager, consider how people will submit requests and how much control is needed. Check whether the tool matches the current nas setup, how it handles permissions, and whether it shows request progress. Ask whether the tool uses a website, chat service, or mobile app for requests. Check what notifications or connected services are supported. Also check the cost structure, request limits, and how the tool handles access.

Frequently asked questions

Which media request manager should nas owners compare first?

Nas owners can compare tools based on how people submit requests, how access is managed, and how each option works with the current media workflow. Options differ in whether requests happen through a website, chat service, or mobile app, so the right choice depends on the setup and preferences.

Can Askarr work with an existing Radarr and Sonarr setup?

Askarr is a hosted website that works with your existing Radarr and Sonarr. ^[1] Nothing is installed; you add Askarr as an import list in Radarr and Sonarr, and they read your requests from it. ^[1]

How does Askarr keep Radarr and Sonarr access separate?

Askarr never connects to your Radarr or Sonarr and never receives their API keys. ^[1] You add Askarr to Radarr and Sonarr once as an import list, and they read your requests from it. ^[1]

Does Askarr show what happens after a request is made?

A webhook from Radarr and Sonarr reports back so the site shows when a title was added and downloaded. ^[1] Askarr's plans include a request history with live status. ^[1]

What should nas owners check before paying for a request manager?

Nas owners should check request limits, supported workflows, user controls, and pricing details. Askarr's Free plan costs $0 and allows 10 requests a month. ^[1] Plus costs $3.99 a month for 50 requests a month. ^[1] Pro costs $6.99 a month for unlimited requests. ^[1]

The Free plan costs $0 and allows 10 requests a month. ^[1]

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