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Also covers media and streaming · same kind of open-source project
Play multiple videos side by side with gridplayer, a desktop video player project.
Alternatives
The Best Audion Alternatives in 2026
10 alternatives1 free · 5 open source
Looking for something like Audion? Here are 10 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 1 are free or have a free plan and 5 are open source.
Audion plays local music libraries with synchronized lyrics, themes, and plugins in an open-source app.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestiongridplayerPlay multiple videos side by side with gridplayer, a…Free or freemium optionAudionAudion plays a local music collection with synced lyrics…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | gridplayer | — | Yes | — |
| 2 | Audion | Free | Not stated | Android, Linux, macOS |
| 3 | Black Candy | — | Yes | — |
| 4 | SnapCast | — | Yes | — |
| 5 | Metastream | — | Not stated | Web |
| 6 | TroyPoint | — | Not stated | Web |
| 7 | Exaile | — | Not stated | Web, Windows |
| 8 | Harmonoid | — | Not stated | Android, iOS, Linux |
| 9 | MoonPlayer | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 10 | Nagi | — | Yes | — |
All Audion alternatives
2
Also covers media · free
Audion plays a local music collection with synced lyrics, themes, and plugins, and supports offline use.
3
Also covers media and streaming · same kind of open-source project
Black Candy runs a self-hosted music streaming server for listening to a personal music collection.
4
Also covers media and streaming · same kind of open-source project
Snapcast synchronizes audio playback across rooms, according to its project description.
5
Metastream
getmetastream.comAlso covers media and streaming
Metastream lets friends watch or listen together by creating a session, sharing an invite code, and queuing media URLs.
6
TroyPoint
troypoint.comAlso covers media and streaming
TROYPOINT publishes tutorials, news, and reviews about streaming and home technology.
7
Exaile
exaile.orgAlso covers media
Exaile manages and plays music with smart playlists, track tagging, album art, lyrics, radio, podcasts, and plugins.
8
Harmonoid
github.com/harmonoid/harmonoidAlso covers media · same kind of open-source project
Harmonoid plays and manages music libraries across Windows, GNU/Linux, macOS, Android, and iOS.
9
Also covers media · same kind of open-source project
MoonPlayer plays online videos from YouTube and Bilibili, can download them, and also opens local videos.
10
Also covers media · same kind of open-source project
Nagi plays local music collections on Windows, with a focus on speed and simple operation.
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What is the best alternative to Audion?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Audion are gridplayer, Audion, and Black Candy.
Is there a free alternative to Audion?
Yes. Audion is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to Audion?
Yes: gridplayer, Black Candy, SnapCast, and MoonPlayer.
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