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Twonky Server vs Serviio: catalog facts
Twonky Server	Serviio
Paid Paid software; you choose a payment option before downloading.	Freemium Free edition available, with a paid Pro edition for remote access and extra features.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted
Works with standard DLNA and UPnP devices Combines media from several devices into one library	Device profiles tuned for specific TVs and consoles Transcodes formats a device cannot play
Paid, with registration required Limited to streaming inside the home network	Remote access requires the paid Pro edition Closed source
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Closed source	Closed source
License: Proprietary	License not stated
Account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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