Free server · own media required
Stream movies, TV shows and music from your own media library.
Free software · bring your own media
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Stream movies, TV shows and music from your own media library.
Free software · bring your own media
Watch videos and listen to audio from supported services in a lightweight Android app.
Free app · uses supported services
InvidiousProduct logo · See the interface on the official websiteWatch YouTube without Google tracking you or showing ads.
We have not checked this tool’s current pricing. Visit its official website before choosing a plan.
NavidromeProduct logo · See the interface on the official websiteStream your own music collection from a server to your browser or music app.
Free software · bring your own media
Watch public YouTube videos in a separate desktop app with local subscriptions.
Free app · uses supported services
Play your own movies, TV shows and music in a free media-center app.
Free software · bring your own media
Ad-free music player that streams from multiple sources.
We have not checked this tool’s current pricing. Visit its official website before choosing a plan.
PeerTubeProduct logo · See the interface on the official websiteWatch and publish videos on independent, connected video communities.
Free software · independent video communities
MuseScore StudioProduct logo · See the interface on the official websiteCompose, print and play back sheet music.
MuseScore Studio is free GPLv3 notation software without a trial or paid feature tier. Windows and macOS downloads are available without MuseHub; Linux AppImages are also offered. MuseScore.com subscriptions, mobile products, and separately supplied sounds or plugins have their own terms and are not included in this desktop-software listing.
AudiobookshelfProduct logo · See the interface on the official websiteAn audiobook and podcast library on your own server.
The open-source server and web client are free to self-host. Supply your own audiobook files and podcast feeds; storage, a server and network access can cost extra. Audiobookshelf does not include Audible, Spotify or Netflix subscription catalogs. The official mobile apps are in beta, and the iOS beta is currently full; the browser client remains available.
MopidyProduct logo · See the interface on the official websiteAn extensible music server for a computer or Raspberry Pi.
The Apache-licensed core is free and plays local audio files and internet radio. It runs on a computer with audio output and uses a web client or an optional MPD extension for control; hardware, storage and third-party client costs are separate. It includes no Spotify, Audible or Netflix subscription catalog. Service extensions have separate requirements: Mopidy-Spotify requires Spotify Premium and its current README warns that third-party access-token streaming has been disabled, so do not rely on it as free or guaranteed Spotify playback.
AntennaPodProduct logo · See the interface on the official websiteListen to podcast RSS feeds on Android and download episodes for offline use.
Free Android podcasts · official Play/F-Droid downloads
FinampProduct logo · See the interface on the official websiteStream or download music from your own Jellyfin server on a phone or computer.
Free music client · your own Jellyfin library required
Self-hosted photo management with full control.
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Organize thousands of photos with ease.
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Stream your own music collection through a server and compatible music apps.
Free software · hosting costs apply
Transform any TV into professional digital signage.
We have not checked this tool’s current pricing. Visit its official website before choosing a plan.
TauonProduct logo · See the interface on the official websitePlay local audio files and music from your personal media server.
The GPL-3.0-or-later desktop player is free on Linux, with Windows and macOS builds available. Bring your own legally obtained audio files or connect a compatible personal server. It does not include Spotify or Apple Music’s licensed streaming catalog; music purchases, server hosting and third-party services can cost extra.
