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Volumio
by Volumio
What Volumio is
Volumio brings music files and streaming services together in a music player platform for Linux, Raspberry Pi, PC and web browsers, with control through a browser or dedicated iOS and Android apps. Its free software can be installed on Raspberry Pi and PC (x86/x64). Standard includes CIFS and NFS network storage, UPnP and AirPlay playback, internet radio directories and custom playlists. The listed format support spans MP3, FLAC, WAV, DSD and other audio formats, along with video and container formats such as MP4, MKV and WebM. Volumio describes playback as optimized for bit-perfect audio. Premium adds remote connections and synchronized multiroom playback on up to six devices, along with Qobuz and TIDAL integrations, CD playback and ripping, Bluetooth audio, and digital and analog inputs. Users can cast to Chromecast-enabled devices or Sonos. Developers have WebSocket and HTTP REST APIs and plugins to extend functionality. Volumio offers a free plan and a 14-day trial. Premium monthly costs $8.49 a month; Premium yearly costs $79.99 a year. The maker is based in Florence, Italy, and was founded in 2013.
Who it suits
Volumio suits listeners who want to bring network-stored music and streaming sources into one playback setup. Premium may fit people seeking synchronized playback across several devices, remote connections or its additional music integrations and inputs.
What it does well
- Free software for Raspberry Pi and PC
- Network storage, UPnP and AirPlay in Standard
- Supports formats from MP3 to DSD
- Premium supports synchronized playback on up to six devices
- Browser and dedicated iOS and Android app control
What to know first
- Premium monthly costs $8.49 a month
- Premium yearly costs $79.99 a year
- Standard plan has no listed price
Limits
The free Standard plan covers core playback, CIFS and NFS network storage, UPnP, AirPlay, and custom playlists. Multiroom sync, use on up to six devices, remote connections, Qobuz and TIDAL integrations, CD playback and ripping, and Bluetooth playback are listed with Premium.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Volumio Premium | Up to 6 devices · Remote connection to up to 6 devices | On request |
| Volumio Standard | FREE for everyone · Free software for Raspberry Pi or PC | Free |
| Volumio Premium yearly | annually €69.99/$79,99/ £59,99 · Up to 6 devices · multiroom sync · remote connection to up to 6 devices · Qobuz and TIDAL integrations · CD playback and ripping · Bluetooth playback | $79.99 a year |
| Volumio Premium monthly | $8,49 monthly · Up to 6 devices · multiroom sync · remote connection to up to 6 devices · Qobuz and TIDAL integrations · CD playback and ripping · Bluetooth playback | $8.49 a month |
As volumio.com lists them, read 22 Sept 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Visit https://volumio.com/.
- Install the free software on Raspberry Pi or an x86/x64 PC.
- Use the browser interface or a dedicated iOS or Android app to control playback.
- Start with the free plan or use the 14-day trial.
- Choose Premium monthly or yearly for multi-device use and its additional features.
Verdict
Volumio offers core network playback for free, with Premium adding multi-device features, integrations and inputs.
Questions
Is Volumio free?
Yes. Volumio has a free plan and a 14-day trial.
How much does Premium cost?
Premium monthly costs $8.49 a month. Premium yearly costs $79.99 a year.
Which platforms does Volumio support?
Supported platforms include Linux, Raspberry Pi, PC, web browser, iOS, and Android. The free software install targets Raspberry Pi and x86/x64 PC.
What does Premium add?
Premium includes use on up to six devices, remote connections, multiroom sync, Qobuz and TIDAL integrations, CD playback and ripping, and Bluetooth playback.
Who makes Volumio?
Volumio is made by Volumio, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Florence, Italy.
Does Volumio provide developer access?
Yes. It provides WebSocket and HTTP REST APIs and supports plugins.
Facts from Volumio's own pages
- App and browser control
- Volumio can be controlled through its browser interface or dedicated iOS and Android apps. · volumio.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Casting
- Volumio says users can stream music to Chromecast-enabled devices or Sonos. · volumio.com, 11 Oct 2026
- CD and inputs
- Premium supports CD playback and ripping, Bluetooth audio playback, and digital and analog input playback. · volumio.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Company background
- Volumio says it was founded by Michelangelo Guarise and is rooted in Florence, Italy. · volumio.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Developer access
- Volumio provides WebSocket and HTTP REST APIs and supports plugins to extend functionality. · developers.volumio.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Format support
- MP3,MP2,OGG,FLAC,OPUS,WAV,AIFF,DSD,AAC,MPC,WV,MP4,MKV,MOV,MPEG,OGV,WebM,WMA,WMV · volumio.com, 22 Sept 2026
- Founded
- 2013 · volumio.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · volumio.com, 22 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- Florence, Italy · volumio.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Install targets
- The free Volumio software is offered for Raspberry Pi and PC (x86/x64). · volumio.com, 11 Oct 2026
- License model
- subscription · volumio.com, 22 Sept 2026
- Multiroom
- Premium supports synchronized multiroom playback and use on up to six devices. · volumio.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Music sources
- Standard includes NAS mounting through CIFS and NFS, UPnP playback, AirPlay playback, and integrated internet radio directories. · volumio.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Network playback
- Yes · volumio.com, 22 Sept 2026
- Supported platforms
- Linux,Raspberry Pi,PC,web browser,iOS,Android · volumio.com, 22 Sept 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, 11 Oct 2026
- Premium discovery
- Premium includes Supersearch, Infinity Playback, and related artist and album recommendations. · volumio.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Premium integrations
- Premium lists native Qobuz and TIDAL integrations, Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Highresaudio.com integration. · volumio.com, 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, 11 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Volumio brings music files and streaming services together in one music player platform. · volumio.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker directs product questions to its Help Centre and invites users to its community forum. · volumio.com, 11 Oct 2026
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