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Head-to-head · Streaming Audio Hosting

AzuraCast vs LibreTime

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score AzuraCast #1 in Streaming Audio Hosting 9.0/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 4 features Visit AzuraCast
LibreTime #7 in Streaming Audio Hosting 7.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 4 features Visit LibreTime

AzuraCast leads on 0 checks, LibreTime on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreAzuraCast · 9.0/10
  • Free planboth

AzuraCast scores higher on our rubric for streaming audio hosting: 9.0 against 7.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.

AzuraCast is the better fit for technical users seeking free, open-source hosting. LibreTime is the better fit for self-hosters needing open-source scheduled playout.

  • AzuraCast fits best

    Technical users seeking free, open-source hosting

  • LibreTime fits best

    Self-hosters needing open-source scheduled playout

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Side by side

Feature AzuraCast 9.0/10 Visit ↗ LibreTime 7.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.0 7.1
Ranking #1 in Streaming Audio Hosting #7 in Streaming Audio Hosting
Best for Technical users seeking free, open-source hosting Self-hosters needing open-source scheduled playout
Pricing model Free Free
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Self-hosted, Cloud, Desktop Self-hosted
Platforms Web, Linux Web
Support Community, Docs Community, Tickets, Docs
Integrations 7 integrations 5 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features AzuraCast 0/4 · LibreTime 0/4
Live streaming Not published Not published
Scheduled automation Not published Not published
Listener analytics Not published Not published
Recording archive Not published Not published
Specs
Listener limit Not published Not published
Audio quality Not published Not published
Stream protocols Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Free and open-source with browser-based station administration
  • AutoDJ, scheduling, live DJ tools, requests, and public players
  • REST API, analytics, relays, and integrations with radio platforms
  • Recurring shows, smart blocks, playlists, and automated playout
  • Icecast, SHOUTcast, Mixxx, B.U.T.T., and TuneIn integrations
  • Public schedule API plus embeddable player and schedule widgets
Cons
  • Self-hosting requires server or desktop infrastructure that supports Docker
  • Technical administration may not suit teams seeking a managed hosted service
  • Native YouTube and Twitch multistreaming is not part of the documented scope
  • Requires self-hosted deployment and operational responsibility
  • Focused on radio workflows rather than broad publishing destinations
  • Community-led support may require documentation, tickets, or community help
Our verdict

AzuraCast is a free, open-source web radio management suite for individuals, broadcasters, and organizations running internet radio stations. It is designed for self-hosted deployment on servers or desktops that support Docker, with web,…

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LibreTime is an open-source radio broadcast and automation platform for online and terrestrial radio stations. It suits teams that want to manage audio libraries, upload media, build playlists and smart blocks, schedule recurring shows,…

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  1. AzuraCastStreaming Audio Hosting 9.0Free plan
  2. LibreTimeStreaming Audio Hosting 7.1Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • AzuraCast — where it wins

    • Free and open-source with browser-based station administration
    • AutoDJ, scheduling, live DJ tools, requests, and public players
    • REST API, analytics, relays, and integrations with radio platforms

    Where it doesn't

    • Self-hosting requires server or desktop infrastructure that supports Docker
    • Technical administration may not suit teams seeking a managed hosted service
    • Native YouTube and Twitch multistreaming is not part of the documented scope

  • LibreTime — where it wins

    • Recurring shows, smart blocks, playlists, and automated playout
    • Icecast, SHOUTcast, Mixxx, B.U.T.T., and TuneIn integrations
    • Public schedule API plus embeddable player and schedule widgets

    Where it doesn't

    • Requires self-hosted deployment and operational responsibility
    • Focused on radio workflows rather than broad publishing destinations
    • Community-led support may require documentation, tickets, or community help

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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