PiSignage
PiSignage: A low-cost, flexible choice for open-source signage deployments. Ranked #6 of 207 in Digital Signage Software by our editors (8.7/10); pricing: Free plan; best for lowest-cost open-source deployments.
At a glance
- Editor score8.7 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forLowest-cost open-source deployments
- Free planYes
- Screen limit1 screens
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free option with a 1-screen limit and a $1.67 annual-equivalent plan
- Offline playback, scheduling, monitoring, and remote playlist deployment
- Open source, self-hosting, REST API access, and advanced layouts
Where it doesn't
- The free plan is limited to 1 screen
- Paid pricing is billed annually
- Some capabilities depend on compatible players and deployments
Our verdict on PiSignage
PiSignage is digital signage software for businesses, schools, offices, retail locations, hospitality venues, and other organizations managing connected screens. It supports uploads for images, videos, audio, documents, web links, livestreams, Media RSS, PDF, and text. Users can create playlists, group screens, schedule playback, deploy updates remotely, and monitor players. The platform supports web, Linux, iOS, Android, API, and self-hosted deployments, including Raspberry Pi, Android TV, Amazon Signage Stick, browser-based players, and Linux players.
Pricing makes PiSignage a practical option for small deployments and organizations prioritizing low ongoing costs. A free option is available for 1 screen. The published plans show a $1.67 per-screen-per-month annual-equivalent price, while the listed packages include 2 Players with 2 player licenses, 2 lifetime subscriptions, and Product Support; New Player at $35 per player per year with 1 player license, 1 yearly subscription, 12 credits, and Product Support; and Existing Player at $20 per player per year with 1 yearly subscription, 12 credits, and Product Support. The Existing Player price applies from the second year onward.
Its strongest fit is for teams that value control over hosting and content delivery. Self-hosted server deployment via Docker, open-source availability, REST API access, offline playback, real-time monitoring, calendar scheduling, dayparting, TV on/off schedules, split-screen layouts, and multi-zone layouts give it considerable operational range. Integrations include Media RSS, Microsoft Power BI, Canva, YouTube, and Google Calendar. Organizations seeking a low-cost, customizable system with self-hosting and offline operation should consider PiSignage. Teams that prefer a simpler managed service or do not want to manage player and server deployment should choose a more narrowly managed alternative.
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PiSignage fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Screen limit | 1 screens |
| Offline playback | Yes |
| Content types | images, videos, audio, documents, HTML, web links, livestreams, Media RSS, PDF, text |
| User roles | Advanced |
| API access | Yes |
| Mobile app | Yes |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Tickets, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 5 integrations: Media RSS, Microsoft Power BI, Canva, YouTube, Google Calendar See all → |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | pisignage.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
PiSignage integrations
PiSignage lists 5 integrations on its own site.
- Media RSS
- Microsoft Power BI
- Canva
- YouTube
- Google Calendar
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Alternatives to PiSignage
- OptiSignsA flexible signage platform with mobile administration, offline playback, and a free plan.9.3
- YodeckA flexible signage platform with a generous free tier and broad content support.9.2
- Play Digital SignageFeature-rich signage with a free screen option and wide platform coverage.9.1
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