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Swing Music vs mStream: catalog facts
Swing Music	mStream
Free Free to download and self-host from the public repository.	Free Free and open source, supported by sponsorships.
Linux, Web, Self-hosted	Android, Web, Self-hosted
Streaming-service style web player for your own files Docker image and AppImage packaging available	Runs on low-power hardware like a Raspberry Pi Remote access without port forwarding
Only plays music you supply yourself License terms are not stated in the available research	Music only Requires keeping your own server running
Downloadable app, Self-hosted	Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Closed 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	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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