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Roon vs MinimServer: catalog facts
Roon	MinimServer
Paid Requires a paid license or subscription. Trial availability and licensing depend on the…	Freemium Basic use is free; a paid full license unlocks extra features after a 30-day trial.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted
Combines library browsing with music metadata Integrates supported streaming services	Tag-based browsing for large collections Understands classical music metadata
Requires a Roon license and compatible playback hardware or software.	Some features require a paid license Closed source
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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