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DisplayGrid vs ScreenTinker
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.
Free plan APILinuxMac+3
DisplayGrid offers broad signage playback, scheduling, access roles, and local automation without a cloud account. It is a strong fit for groups able to run and maintain their own Docker or source-based server.
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Free plan API
ScreenTinker provides broad content support, offline playback, and API access for signage deployments. Its free and paid tiers differ by display, storage, and device allowances, with custom Enterprise pricing left unspecified.
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| DisplayGrid | ScreenTinker | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | API |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Hosted starting tier: $39 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | joemighty.github.io | screentinker.com |
| On digital signage software | #31 of 207 | #35 of 207 |
DisplayGrid: what it does well
- Free forever and self-hosted
- Supports offline playback
- Flexible media and stream support
- Independent screen regions and playlists
- REST API with token authentication
What to know first
- Requires self-hosted deployment
- Pi 4 may struggle with 4K video
- Video-heavy use recommends Raspberry Pi 5 or x86
ScreenTinker: what it does well
- Supports images, video, PDFs, and webpages
- Offline playback available
- API access included
- Advanced user roles
- Free plan with one display
What to know first
- Five-screen limit listed
- No mobile app
- Free plan includes 500 MB storage
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