MediaPortal
7.6#6 in media player softwareFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebWindows
VisitMediaPortal vs Volumio
What both publish
| Fact | MediaPortal | Volumio |
|---|---|---|
| Format support | MPEG-2,MPEG-1,MOV,H.264,VC-1,DivX,Xvid,AC3,DTS,MP3,AAC,Matroska,DVD,Blu-ray | MP3,MP2,OGG,FLAC,OPUS,WAV,AIFF,DSD,AAC,MPC,WV,MP4,MKV,MOV,MPEG,OGV,WebM,WMA,WMV |
| Founded | 2004 | 2013 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| License model | free | subscription |
| Network playback | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | MediaPortal is free open source software for turning a PC into a multimedia center or home theater PC. | Volumio brings music files and streaming services together in one music player platform. |
| Support | Help is available through the support forums, IRC, the manual, and the wiki. | The maker directs product questions to its Help Centre and invites users to its community forum. |
| Supported platforms | web,windows,ios,android | Linux,Raspberry Pi,PC,web browser,iOS,Android |
MediaPortal plans
- MediaPortalFree
Volumio plans
- Volumio Premium—
- Volumio StandardFree
- Volumio Premium monthly$8.49 a month
- Volumio Premium yearly$79.99 a year
Pick MediaPortal if…
MediaPortal suits Windows users building a home theater PC who want live TV, recordings, and a library of media. It may also suit people who want remote access or community plugins and skins.
Pick Volumio if…
Volumio may suit listeners who want to bring local files, network storage, and streaming services into one player. Premium is relevant to people seeking multiroom playback, remote connections, or the listed additional integrations and inputs.