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mStream vs Subsonic: catalog facts
mStream	Subsonic
Free Free and open source, supported by sponsorships.	Freemium The official site does not specify pricing terms.
Android, Web, Self-hosted	Windows, macOS, Linux, Web, Self-hosted
Runs on low-power hardware like a Raspberry Pi Remote access without port forwarding	Streams a personal music and movie library Supports DLNA and an open REST API
Music only Requires keeping your own server running	Requires installing the server app where you keep your media
Downloadable app, Self-hosted	Downloadable app, Web application, Self-hosted
Open source	Closed 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 October 8, 2026

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