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Volumio
Volumio · Florence, Italy · founded 2013
What it is
Volumio is a music player platform that brings local files and streaming services together for network playback. Free software is available for Raspberry Pi and PC, with control through a browser interface or dedicated iOS and Android apps. Standard features include NAS mounting through CIFS and NFS, UPnP playback, AirPlay playback, integrated internet radio directories, and custom playlists. Volumio describes playback as optimized for bit-perfect audio and lists support for formats including MP3, MP2, OGG, FLAC, OPUS, WAV, AIFF, DSD, AAC, MPC, WV, MP4, MKV, MOV, MPEG, OGV, WebM, WMA, and WMV. Premium adds synchronized multiroom playback, remote connections, and use on up to six devices, plus Qobuz and TIDAL integrations, CD playback and ripping, Bluetooth playback, and digital and analog inputs. Casting to Chromecast-enabled devices or Sonos is supported. Premium monthly costs $8.49 a month; yearly costs $79.99 a year.
For and against
For
- Network playback across listed platforms
- Broad audio and video format support
- NAS, UPnP, and AirPlay playback
- Premium supports six devices
- WebSocket and HTTP REST APIs
Against
- Premium features require a subscription
- Standard plan has no listed price
- Premium limits use to six devices
- Free software install targets are Raspberry Pi and PC
The verdict
Volumio combines local library playback, network sources, streaming integrations, and multi-device control. Its free core covers essential playback, while Premium adds remote, multiroom, CD, Bluetooth, and service integrations.
Who it suits
It suits listeners managing music across networked devices, Raspberry Pi, PC, phones, and browsers. Premium is for users wanting multiroom, remote access, streaming integrations, CD features, or Bluetooth playback.
Plans and prices
Volumio Premium
Up to 6 devices · Remote connection to up to 6 devices
Read 22 Sep 2026 · volumio.com
Volumio Standard
Free software for Raspberry Pi or PC
Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
Volumio Premium monthly
Up to 6 devices · multiroom sync · remote connection to up to 6 devices · Qobuz and TIDAL integrations
Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
Volumio Premium yearly
Up to 6 devices · multiroom sync · remote connection to up to 6 devices · Qobuz and TIDAL integrations
Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
On the record
- App and browser control
- Volumio can be controlled through its browser interface or dedicated iOS and Android apps.volumio.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Casting
- Volumio says users can stream music to Chromecast-enabled devices or Sonos.volumio.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- CD and inputs
- Premium supports CD playback and ripping, Bluetooth audio playback, and digital and analog input playback.volumio.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Company background
- Volumio says it was founded by Michelangelo Guarise and is rooted in Florence, Italy.volumio.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Developer access
- Volumio provides WebSocket and HTTP REST APIs and supports plugins to extend functionality.developers.volumio.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Format support
- MP3,MP2,OGG,FLAC,OPUS,WAV,AIFF,DSD,AAC,MPC,WV,MP4,MKV,MOV,MPEG,OGV,WebM,WMA,WMVvolumio.com · read 22 Sep 2026
- Install targets
- The free Volumio software is offered for Raspberry Pi and PC (x86/x64).volumio.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- License model
- subscriptionvolumio.com · read 22 Sep 2026
- Multiroom
- Premium supports synchronized multiroom playback and use on up to six devices.volumio.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Music sources
- Standard includes NAS mounting through CIFS and NFS, UPnP playback, AirPlay playback, and integrated internet radio directories.volumio.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Network playback
- Yesvolumio.com · read 22 Sep 2026
- Playback quality
- Volumio describes its system as optimized for bit-perfect audio playback and says it supports formats from MP3 to DSD.volumio.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Premium discovery
- Premium includes Supersearch, Infinity Playback, and related artist and album recommendations.volumio.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Premium integrations
- Premium lists native Qobuz and TIDAL integrations, Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Highresaudio.com integration.volumio.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Privacy and payments
- Volumio's privacy policy says payment processing shares only information necessary to complete a transaction with financial intermediaries.volumio.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Volumio brings music files and streaming services together in one music player platform.volumio.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker directs product questions to its Help Centre and invites users to its community forum.volumio.com · read 11 Oct 2026