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GarlicSignage 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 AndroidAPIiPhone+5
GarlicSignage provides a broad self-hosted signage CMS and player at no software charge, including commercial use and unlimited screens. Docker is required for Garlic-Hub, while Garlic-Player can run standalone from a SMIL playlist.
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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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| GarlicSignage | ScreenTinker | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, 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 | garlic-signage.com | screentinker.com |
| On digital signage software | #39 of 207 | #35 of 207 |
GarlicSignage: what it does well
- Free for any number of screens
- Supports commercial use
- Runs on many player platforms
- Offers Docker deployment options
- Provides REST API and webhooks
What to know first
- Garlic-Hub requires a Docker-capable server
- No user roles
- Self-hosted deployment requires infrastructure
- Paid support is offered separately
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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