Volumio
volumio.com
What it is
Volumio brings music files and streaming services together in a music player platform, with network playback and control through a browser or dedicated iOS and Android apps. The free software is offered for Raspberry Pi and PC, and listed supported platforms also include Linux, web browser, iOS, and Android. Standard includes NAS mounting through CIFS and NFS, UPnP and AirPlay playback, internet radio directories, and custom playlists. Its format list spans MP3, FLAC, WAV, DSD, AAC, and other audio formats, as well as video formats including MP4, MKV, and WebM. Volumio describes playback as optimized for bit-perfect audio from MP3 to DSD. Premium adds synchronized multiroom playback and use on up to six devices, plus Qobuz and TIDAL integrations, CD playback and ripping, Bluetooth playback, and digital and analog inputs. Users can cast to Chromecast-enabled devices or Sonos. Developers have WebSocket and HTTP REST APIs and plugins. Premium costs $8.49 a month or $79.99 a year. Volumio was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Florence, Italy.
Spec sheet
- Purpose
- Volumio brings music files and streaming services together in one music player platform.Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
- Supported platforms
- Linux,Raspberry Pi,PC,web browser,iOS,AndroidRead 22 Sep 2026 · volumio.com
- Free plan
- YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · volumio.com
- Support
- The maker directs product questions to its Help Centre and invites users to its community forum.Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
- Headquarters
- Florence, ItalyRead 28 Sep 2026 · volumio.com
- Founded
- 2013Read 28 Sep 2026 · volumio.com
- App and browser control
- Volumio can be controlled through its browser interface or dedicated iOS and Android apps.Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
- Casting
- Volumio says users can stream music to Chromecast-enabled devices or Sonos.Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
- CD and inputs
- Premium supports CD playback and ripping, Bluetooth audio playback, and digital and analog input playback.Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
- Company background
- Volumio says it was founded by Michelangelo Guarise and is rooted in Florence, Italy.Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
- Developer access
- Volumio provides WebSocket and HTTP REST APIs and supports plugins to extend functionality.Read 11 Oct 2026 · developers.volumio.com
- Format support
- MP3,MP2,OGG,FLAC,OPUS,WAV,AIFF,DSD,AAC,MPC,WV,MP4,MKV,MOV,MPEG,OGV,WebM,WMA,WMVRead 22 Sep 2026 · volumio.com
- Install targets
- The free Volumio software is offered for Raspberry Pi and PC (x86/x64).Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
- License model
- subscriptionRead 22 Sep 2026 · volumio.com
- Multiroom
- Premium supports synchronized multiroom playback and use on up to six devices.Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
- Music sources
- Standard includes NAS mounting through CIFS and NFS, UPnP playback, AirPlay playback, and integrated internet radio directories.Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
- Network playback
- YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · volumio.com
- Playback quality
- Volumio describes its system as optimized for bit-perfect audio playback and says it supports formats from MP3 to DSD.Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
- Premium discovery
- Premium includes Supersearch, Infinity Playback, and related artist and album recommendations.Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
- Premium integrations
- Premium lists native Qobuz and TIDAL integrations, Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Highresaudio.com integration.Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
- Privacy and payments
- Volumio's privacy policy says payment processing shares only information necessary to complete a transaction with financial intermediaries.Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
Plans and prices
Volumio Premium Price not published Up to 6 devices · Remote connection to up to 6 devices Read 22 Sep 2026 · volumio.com
Volumio Standard Free FREE for everyone Free software for Raspberry Pi or PC Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
Volumio Premium monthly $8.49 a month $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 Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
Volumio Premium yearly $79.99 a year 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 Read 11 Oct 2026 · volumio.com
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Free software for Raspberry Pi and PC
- Supports CIFS and NFS network storage
- Browser and dedicated mobile app control
- WebSocket and HTTP REST APIs are available
Limits
- Premium is subscription-based
- Multiroom sync is listed under Premium
Who it suits
Volumio suits people who want to play music from network storage and control playback through a browser or mobile app. Premium adds multiroom playback, device connections, and listed music-service integrations.
Verdict
Volumio's Standard features cover network and local playback, while Premium adds multiroom, remote connections, and other integrations. Premium pricing is listed as $8.49 a month or $79.99 a year.
Where Specifiction places it
- Media Player Software#6 of 769.0
- Music Management software#1 of 128.4
