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Music Player DaemonOwnTone
Free

Free and open source. Hosting, hardware and any external services are separate.

 Free

Free and open source.

Linux, macOS, Self-hosted macOS, Linux, Web, Self-hosted
  • Separates audio playback from the user interface
  • Supports multiple compatible control clients
  • Synchronized multiroom playback on AirPlay speakers
  • Works with Chromecast, DAAP, Roku and MPD clients
  • Requires a separate client and configuration of audio outputs.
  • Audio only; no video streaming
  • Spotify playback requires a Premium account
Self-hosted Self-hosted
Open source Open source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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