Xibo
Xibo: Flexible digital signage for teams that need self-hosting, control and scheduling depth. Ranked #4 of 207 in Digital Signage Software by our editors (8.9/10); pricing: Free plan · 14-day trial; best for self-hosted deployments with deep controls.
At a glance
- Editor score8.9 / 10
- PricingFree plan · 14-day trial
- Best forSelf-hosted deployments with deep controls
- Free planYes
- Facts checked21 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Cloud or self-hosted deployment with offline playback
- Detailed scheduling, synchronization and display monitoring
- Custom permissions, reporting and REST API access
Where it doesn't
- Self-hosted deployments require infrastructure and maintenance ownership
- Broad controls may exceed the needs of simple signage setups
- Paid-plan evaluation follows sales or account-led flows
Our verdict on Xibo
Xibo is a digital signage platform for businesses managing one or more networked displays. Its content management system supports media libraries, layouts, playlists, scheduling, display groups, reporting and permissions, while player applications support web, Windows, Linux and Android environments. The platform fits workplace communications, retail, hospitality, education, customer-facing signage and digital out-of-home deployments. Cloud-hosted and self-hosted options make it particularly relevant to teams that want control over deployment and system administration.
Scheduling is a major strength. Xibo supports date and time rules, recurrence, daypart scheduling and geolocation, along with display groups and synchronized playback groups. Teams can manage content ranging from images and video to audio, PDFs, PowerPoint files, HTML packages, webpages, HLS streams, datasets, calendars, weather and tickers. Remote display control, screenshots, status monitoring, proof-of-play reporting and offline content caching extend the platform beyond basic playlist playback. Canva, Pixabay, SSP Connector, SAML and CAS integrations add connections across content and access workflows.
For organizations with technical ownership, the open-source model, custom roles and permissions, folder sharing, REST API access, OAuth and OpenAPI documentation provide room for tailored administration and extensions. The published pricing path includes a 14-day Professional trial and sales or account flows. Self-hosting brings deployment and maintenance responsibility, while the breadth of controls may be unnecessary for a small network with straightforward scheduling needs. Choose Xibo when deployment flexibility, offline playback, synchronization and administration depth matter; consider a simpler signage tool when minimal setup and basic playback are the priority.
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Xibo pricing
Xibo fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Screen limit | Not verified |
| Offline playback | Yes |
| Content types | images, video, audio, PDF, PowerPoint, HTML packages, webpages, text, RSS/tickers |
| User roles | Custom |
| API access | Yes |
| Mobile app | Not verified |
| Free trial | 14 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, Linux, Android |
| Compliance & security | SSO/SAML, 2FA |
| Support | Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7 |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 5 integrations: Canva, Pixabay, OpenWeather, Twitter, SSP connectors |
| Pricing | Free plan · 14-day trial (source) |
| Website | xibosignage.com |
| Facts checked | 21 Sep 2026 |
Xibo integrations
Xibo lists 5 integrations on its own site.
- Canva
- Pixabay
- OpenWeather
- SSP connectors
Alternatives to Xibo
- 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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