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LMS (Lightweight Music Server)mStream
Free

Free and open source.

 Free

Free and open source, supported by sponsorships.

Linux, Web, Self-hosted Android, Web, Self-hosted
  • Subsonic API works with many existing client apps
  • Web interface for listening in a browser
  • Runs on low-power hardware like a Raspberry Pi
  • Remote access without port forwarding
  • Music only, no video
  • Requires running your own server
  • Music only
  • Requires keeping your own server running
Self-hosted Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Open source Open source
License not stated License not stated
No account needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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