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Free

Free and open source; a Spotify account is needed to play music.

 Free

Free and open source.

Linux, Self-hosted, Command line Linux, Command line
  • Appears as a Spotify Connect device on the network
  • HTTP API for controlling playback
  • Turns any suitable device into a Spotify Connect speaker
  • Controlled from the official Spotify apps
  • Needs a Spotify account
  • Headless, with no interface of its own
  • Command-line program with no graphical interface
  • Depends on Spotify's service, which can change without notice
Downloadable app, Self-hosted Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License not stated License: MIT
Account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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