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mStream vs gonic: catalog facts
mStream	gonic
Free Free and open source, supported by sponsorships.	Free Free software with no paid tier.
Android, Web, Self-hosted	Self-hosted
Runs on low-power hardware like a Raspberry Pi Remote access without port forwarding	Works with the wide range of Subsonic client apps Light enough for small home servers
Music only Requires keeping your own server running	No bundled player app; you pick a Subsonic client Music only, no video support
Downloadable app, Self-hosted	Self-hosted
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it 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 23, 2026

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