SmilControl CMS
SmilControl CMS: A flexible SMIL-based CMS for technical teams managing complex signage networks. Ranked #110 of 207 in Digital Signage Software by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: 14-day trial; best for technical teams needing deep SMIL customization.
At a glance
- Editor score3.0 / 10
- Pricing14-day trial
- Best forTechnical teams needing deep SMIL customization
- Free planNo
- Paid from€7/device/mo
- Facts checked22 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Nested scheduling and independent or overlapping screen zones
- HTML5, CSS, JavaScript widgets plus reusable SVG templates
- MFA, granular access controls, reports, and CSV exports
Where it doesn't
- No API access for custom system integrations
- No free plan; the lowest sample offer requires annual billing
- Advanced services and self-hosting add separate monthly or one-time costs
Our verdict on SmilControl CMS
SmilControl CMS is a browser-based digital signage platform for centrally managing screens, media, playlists, schedules, and playback reporting. It is designed for retailers, hotels, banks, public administration, resellers, integrators, and larger signage networks. The platform supports web, Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android, with offline playback and content including images, videos, documents, livestreams, websites, RSS and Atom feeds, HTML5 widgets, and SVG templates. Its use of the open SMIL standard supports Garlic Player, IAdea hardware players, and other SMIL-compatible media players.
The published sample offers range from €7 per licensed player per month with annual billing to €25 per licensed player per month with monthly billing. The €7 SaaS low-load sample includes nested playlists, channel basis kit, scheduling, playback reports with CSV export, 500 MB monthly traffic per player, and email support; it covers a 10-player example and requires a three-year contract term. The €25 SaaS reseller premium sample adds news and local weather channels, remote player administration, and user and license management. Self-hosting setup and installation is listed at €499 one-time, while Managed Hosting is €99 per month. Support and maintenance tiers cost €79, €199, or €399 per month, and Remote Training is €699 one-time. Prices exclude VAT, and B2B or reseller projects may be calculated individually.
Its strongest fit is technical signage work that benefits from nested playlists, time- or day-based scheduling, multiple independent zones, reusable templates, HTML5/CSS/JavaScript widgets, RSS and Atom channels, and USB-based manual updates. Playback logs, system reports, inventory reports, MFA, and hierarchical module-level access controls add operational depth. The trade-off is that there is no API access, so teams requiring programmatic integration should consider an alternative. SmilControl CMS suits organizations that value SMIL compatibility, customization, and deployment choice; it is less suitable for buyers seeking a free entry tier or API-first workflow.
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SmilControl CMS pricing
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SmilControl CMS fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | €7/device/mo |
| Screen limit | Not verified |
| Offline playback | Yes |
| Content types | images, videos, documents, livestreams, websites, RSS/Atom feeds, HTML5 widgets, SVG templates |
| User roles | Custom |
| API access | No |
| Mobile app | Not verified |
| Free trial | 14 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android |
| Support | Email, Phone, Docs |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 7 integrations: Garlic Player, IAdea hardware players, SMIL-compatible media players, RSS feeds, Atom feeds, HTML5 widgets … |
| Pricing | 14-day trial (source) |
| Website | smil-control.com |
| Facts checked | 22 Sep 2026 |
SmilControl CMS integrations
SmilControl CMS lists 7 integrations on its own site.
- Garlic Player
- IAdea hardware players
- SMIL-compatible media players
- RSS feeds
- Atom feeds
- HTML5 widgets
- External playlists
Alternatives to SmilControl CMS
- 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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