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Avidemux vs SLiMS
Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source LinuxMacWeb+1
Visit Avidemux Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hosted+2
Choose SLiMS if your library needs cataloging, circulation, membership, inventory, and reporting tools in a free GPL 3 system. It requires a web server stack that meets its stated minimum requirements, and its portable bundle is limited to Windows.
Visit SLiMSThe facts
| Avidemux | SLiMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | avidemux.sourceforge.net | slims.web.id |
| Best place | #1 on text-to-speech software | #4 on library automation |
Avidemux: what it does well
SLiMS: what it does well
- Free and licensed under GPL 3
- Catalog offers cover thumbnails and simple or advanced search
- Manages loans, returns, reservations, and membership
- Bibliographic records can include document and media attachments
- Includes stocktaking, reports, and statistics
What to know first
- Installation requires Apache, a supported MySQL or MariaDB version, and PHP 8.3
- Portable SLiMS is available for Windows only