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Amarok vs JRiver Media Center: catalog facts
Amarok	JRiver Media Center
Free Free and open source, developed by KDE.	Paid Requires a paid license or subscription. Trial availability and licensing depend on the…
Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux
Built around managing a large local music collection Regular bugfix releases in the current 3.x series	Combines library organization with playback Supports home-media workflows
Designed mainly for KDE and Linux desktops Aimed at local libraries rather than streaming services	Features differ between operating-system editions.
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-2.0	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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