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OwnToneSnapcast
Free

Free and open source.

 Free

Free to use, with source code published on GitHub.

macOS, Linux, Web, Self-hosted Linux, Self-hosted, Command line
  • Synchronized multiroom playback on AirPlay speakers
  • Works with Chromecast, DAAP, Roku and MPD clients
  • Clients play in sync across rooms
  • Separate server, client and control components
  • Audio only; no video streaming
  • Spotify playback requires a Premium account
  • Requires setting up a server and clients on each playback device
  • More technical to configure than consumer multiroom speakers
Self-hosted Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Open source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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