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Atracast vs Garlic-Hub

Both stand on digital signage software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Atracast

Free plan Web

Atracast offers a broad signage editor, scheduling controls and integrations for varied venue displays. Its free three-screen allowance provides a starting point, while larger deployments use the paid per-screen model.

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Garlic-Hub

Free plan APISelf-hostedWeb

Garlic-Hub offers broad signage management without a listed software charge. Its deployment choices, scheduling rules, and SMIL workflow fit organizations comfortable operating their own infrastructure.

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The facts

AtracastGarlic-Hub
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onWebAPI, Self-hosted, Web
Lowest paid planPer Screen: $9 a monthFree or on request
Plans published21
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websiteatracast.comgarlic-signage.com
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Atracast: what it does well

  • Free use for up to three screens
  • Supports many media and web formats
  • Scheduling with recurrence and time windows
  • Screen grouping by zones or locations
  • Advanced roles and approval workflow

What to know first

  • Runs through the web
  • Per Screen costs 9.00 USD monthly
  • Free access is limited to three screens

Garlic-Hub: what it does well

  • Open-source and free for any number of screens
  • Supports on-premise, cloud, and hybrid deployment
  • Visual multi-zone playlist editor
  • REST API and webhooks
  • No spyware, advertising, or user tracking

What to know first

  • Requires Docker or Docker Compose installation
  • Playback depends on SMIL-compatible players
  • Hosted paid tier is not available
  • Some screenshot actions depend on device support

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