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OpenKiosk vs FreeKiosk: catalog facts
OpenKiosk	FreeKiosk
Free Free to install; the project accepts donations.	Free The app is free and MIT licensed, with optional FreeKiosk Cloud fleet management.
Linux	Android
One-command install on Debian Runs as a dedicated restricted system user	True lockdown through Android Device Owner mode REST API and MQTT with Home Assistant auto-discovery
Beta software Requires Debian 13 specifically	Full lockdown needs Device Owner setup via ADB Android only
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Hosted service
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License: MIT
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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