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SubsonicAmpache
Freemium

The official site does not specify pricing terms.

 Free

Free and open source under the AGPLv3 licence.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Web, Self-hosted Web, Self-hosted
  • Streams a personal music and movie library
  • Supports DLNA and an open REST API
  • Built-in web player plus support for external client apps
  • Combines local and remote catalogs into one collection
  • Requires installing the server app where you keep your media
  • Needs a server to install and maintain
  • Interface centred on music more than video
Downloadable app, Web application, Self-hosted Self-hosted
Closed source Open source
License not stated License: AGPL-3.0
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 8, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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