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Also covers internet and linux · open source
MusicPod plays music, radio, television, and podcasts on Ubuntu and macOS, according to its project description.
Alternatives
The Best Shortwave Alternatives in 2026
5 alternatives0 free · 3 open source
Looking for something like Shortwave? Here are 5 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 3 are open source.
Shortwave plays internet radio and lets users create their own station library, according to its Flathub listing.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionMusicPodMusicPod plays music, radio, television, and podcasts on…Another optionLinux Routerlinux-router turns a Linux computer into a router…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MusicPod | — | Yes | Linux, macOS |
| 2 | Linux Router | — | Yes | Linux |
| 3 | The Levelator | — | Not stated | Android, iOS, Linux |
| 4 | Linux WiFi Hotspot | — | Yes | Linux, Windows |
| 5 | Cine | — | Not stated | Linux, Web |
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Also covers internet and linux · open source
linux-router turns a Linux computer into a router, supporting internet sharing, Wi-Fi hotspots, IPv6, and virtual machines or containers.
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Also covers internet and linux · same kind of website
The Levelator adjusts audio levels in podcasts and other audio files, with software binaries listed for Windows, OS X, and Linux.
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Also covers internet and linux · open source
Linux Wi-Fi Hotspot creates wireless hotspots on Linux through a graphical or command-line interface.
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Cine
flathub.org/apps/io.github.diegopvlk.CineAlso covers linux · same kind of website
Cine plays video files on Linux, according to its Flathub description.
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Alternatives to similar tools
The Levelator5 alternativesLinux WiFi Hotspot24 alternativesLinux Router24 alternativesMusicPod24 alternatives
What is the best alternative to Shortwave?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Shortwave are MusicPod, Linux Router, and The Levelator.
Are there open-source alternatives to Shortwave?
Yes: MusicPod, Linux Router, and Linux WiFi Hotspot.
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