Volumio
Open-source music player OS for Raspberry Pi and PC
At a glance
- Editor score7.0 / 10
- PricingFree plan · 14-day trial
- Best forAudiophile households and multiroom playback
- Free planYes
- Network playbackYes
- Founded2013 · Florence, Italy
- Facts checked22 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Bit-perfect high-resolution audio playback
- Multiroom playback with Qobuz and TIDAL integrations
- Web, iOS, and Android control with community plugins
Where it doesn't
- Primarily focused on audio rather than general video playback
- Premium features require an annual subscription
- Advanced features are concentrated in the Premium plan
Our verdict on Volumio
Volumio is an open-source, Linux-based music player and streamer for Raspberry Pi, PCs, low-powered computers, and Volumio hardware. It suits households that want high-resolution local playback, network storage access, streaming-service integrations, and control through a web browser or iOS and Android apps. Its focus is music rather than general-purpose video playback, making it a better fit for dedicated listening setups than mixed media libraries.
The free Standard plan covers core music playback, CIFS and NFS network storage, UPnP playback, AirPlay playback, and custom playlists. A 14-day free trial is available, while Premium costs 69.99 EUR per year on annual billing. Premium adds AI Supersearch and AI DJ, synchronized multiroom playback, Qobuz and TIDAL integrations, CD playback and ripping, and Bluetooth audio playback. The plan structure makes the free tier suitable for basic networked playback, while the paid tier is aimed at households that need broader sources, synchronized rooms, and assisted discovery.
Volumio’s ecosystem includes AirPlay, UPnP, Chromecast, Sonos, Bluetooth, Qobuz, TIDAL, and Highresaudio.com, with community plugin support for further extension. Playback can be controlled through the web, Linux, iOS, Android, and self-hosted versions, and the product supports local libraries, network storage, and high-resolution formats. Choose Volumio for an audio-first setup centered on flexible playback and multiroom listening. Choose another media player if general video playback is the primary requirement or if CD ripping, Bluetooth input, and AI-assisted discovery are not relevant to your setup.
Volumio pricing
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Volumio fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Supported platforms | Linux, Raspberry Pi, PC, web browser, iOS, Android |
| Network playback | Yes |
| Subtitle support | Not verified |
| Format support | MP3, MP2, OGG, FLAC, OPUS, WAV, AIFF, DSD, AAC, MPC, WV, MP4, MKV, MOV, MPEG, OGV, WebM, WMA, WMV |
| Hardware acceleration | Not verified |
| 4K playback | Not verified |
| License model | Subscription |
| Free trial | 14 days |
| Deployment | Self-hosted, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Compliance & security | GDPR |
| Support | Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 8 integrations: Qobuz, TIDAL, AirPlay, UPnP, Chromecast, Sonos … |
| Pricing | Free plan · 14-day trial (source) |
| Website | volumio.com |
| Facts checked | 22 Sep 2026 |
Volumio integrations
Volumio lists 8 integrations on its own site.
- Qobuz
- TIDAL
- AirPlay
- UPnP
- Chromecast
- Sonos
- Bluetooth
- Highresaudio.com
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