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Also covers docker and open source · same kind of open-source project
DockSTARTer helps configure a system for running apps in Docker, with setup guidance and options to use it as a starting point for Docker configuration.
Alternatives
The Best ansible-hms-docker Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives1 free · 21 open source
Looking for something like ansible-hms-docker? Here are 24 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 1 are free or have a free plan and 21 are open source.
About ansible-hms-dockergithub.com/ahembree/ansible-hms-docker
VisitThis Ansible playbook automates a home media server stack running in Docker, with options including GPU acceleration and SSL.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionDockSTARTerDockSTARTer helps configure a system for running apps in…Free or freemium optionAudionAudion plays a local music collection with synced lyrics…Another optionYtdl Subytdl-sub automates media downloads and metadata generation…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DockSTARTer | — | Yes | — |
| 2 | Ytdl Sub | — | Yes | — |
| 3 | Neko | — | Yes | — |
| 4 | xTeVe | — | Yes | Linux, Windows |
| 5 | Streama | — | Yes | — |
| 6 | Jellyfin | — | Yes | — |
| 7 | MovieNight | — | Yes | — |
| 8 | Kyoo | — | Yes | Android |
| 9 | Web UI | — | Yes | — |
| 10 | Gonic | — | Yes | — |
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2
Also covers docker and open source · same kind of open-source project
ytdl-sub automates media downloads and metadata generation with yt-dlp.
3
Also covers docker and open source · same kind of open-source project
Run a self-hosted virtual browser in Docker with Neko, which uses WebRTC.
4
Also covers docker, media, and open source · same kind of open-source project
xTeVe proxies M3U playlists for Plex DVR and Emby Live TV, with options to merge and update M3U and XMLTV files.
5
Also covers docker, media, and open source · same kind of open-source project
Streama offers a self-hosted streaming media server, with setup instructions and documentation linked from the project.
6
Also covers docker, media, and open source · same kind of open-source project
Jellyfin’s server backend and API support collecting, managing, and streaming personal media from a server.
7
Also covers docker, media, and open source · same kind of open-source project
MovieNight provides a single-instance server for video streaming with integrated chat.
8
Also covers docker and open source · same kind of open-source project
Kyoo runs as a self-hosted server for movies, series, and anime, with automatic scanning and metadata matching.
9
Also covers docker and open source · same kind of open-source project
Airsonic-refix provides a modern web interface for Subsonic-compatible music servers.
10
Also covers docker and open source · same kind of open-source project
Gonic streams music through a server implementing the Subsonic API as free software.
11
Also covers docker, media, and open source · same kind of open-source project
Seerr manages media requests and discovery for Jellyfin, Plex, and Emby.
12
Also covers docker, media, and open source · same kind of open-source project
Ombi lets users request movies or TV shows for Plex, Emby, or Jellyfin.
13
Also covers docker, media, and open source · same kind of open-source project
Dispatcharr describes itself as a companion for managing IPTV and streams.
14
Also covers docker, media, and open source · same kind of open-source project
Reiverr combines an interface for Jellyfin and TMDB with Radarr and Sonarr, and describes itself as a replacement for Overseerr.
15
Also covers docker and open source · same kind of open-source project
dizqueTV creates live TV channels from personal media and exposes streams through a simulated HDHomeRun tuner or generated M3U URL.
16
Also covers docker and open source · same kind of open-source project
Swing Music is a self-hosted player for local audio files, according to its project description.
17
Also covers docker and open source · same kind of open-source project
Tunarr creates live TV channels from personal media managed by Plex, Jellyfin, Emby, or NFO files.
18
Also covers docker and open source · same kind of open-source project
Polaris streams a personal music collection to computers and mobile devices.
19
Also covers docker and open source · same kind of open-source project
LedFx generates real-time audio effects for supported network-connected LED devices.
20
NextPVR
nextpvr.comAlso covers docker and media
NextPVR records, plays, and streams live television as a whole-home digital video recorder.
21
Tunarr
tunarr.comAlso covers docker and media
Tunarr creates live TV channels from media on Plex or Jellyfin servers, with channel configuration through a web interface.
22
Also covers docker and media · free
Audion plays a local music collection with synced lyrics, themes, and plugins, and supports offline use.
23
Also covers media and open source · same kind of open-source project
ImPlay offers cross-platform desktop media playback built on mpv and ImGui, with scripting and command-line options.
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Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
Homehost streams a personal collection of movies, TV shows, and music across a home network as a self-hosted app.
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What is the best alternative to ansible-hms-docker?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to ansible-hms-docker are DockSTARTer, Ytdl Sub, and Neko.
Is there a free alternative to ansible-hms-docker?
Yes. Audion is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to ansible-hms-docker?
Yes: DockSTARTer, Ytdl Sub, Neko, and xTeVe.
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