Sync’ed nomad+manta both switching to beta firmware for plugins

Hi all- I use a nomad at work, manta at home. I have them sync’ed to each other via the partner app and appreciate that functionality, and the ability to work on a single note on either device. OF COURSE I am dying to try some plugins: Question: To maintain my devices sync’ed through the partner app, I must put them both on the beta firmware? Any advice would be most appreciated. With thanks