mStream
mStream syncs and streams a personal music library between devices through a self-hosted server.
About mStream
mStream is a self-hosted music server for syncing and streaming a personal library between devices. Users install the server on a computer they own and connect with web, Android, iOS, and terminal apps.
It supports Quick Connect access without manual port forwarding, DNS, or SSL certificate setup, Auto DJ queuing by tempo, key, or vibe, and optional P2P Discovery for recommendations and sharing. Remote streaming works while the server computer is running. The software is open source.
Key features
- Self-hosted server runs on owned computers including Raspberry Pi
- Streams FLAC and lossless files uncompressed
- Quick Connect reaches server without port forwarding, DNS, or SSL certificates
- Auto DJ queues tracks matching tempo, key, or vibe
- Pairs mobile and desktop apps with QR code
- P2P Discovery shares libraries and surfaces recommendations from other users
Best for: People with their own music files who want to host a server on their own hardware and stream to phones, computers, and the web.
Good for
- Open source software
- Runs on old hardware and boards like Raspberry Pi
- Streams FLAC and lossless files uncompressed
Watch out for
- Requires installing and running server software on a computer you own
- Remote streaming works only while that server is running
mStream at a glance
- Website
- mstream.io
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Media Players & Servers
- Type
- Online tool
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Android, iOS, Web
- Open source
- Yes
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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mStream FAQ
What does self-hosted mean with mStream?
It means you run the server software on a computer you own.
How do apps connect to the server?
Install mStream and pair mobile and desktop apps using the Quick Connect QR code.
Can mStream run on older or small devices?
It is described as able to run on old hardware and boards like the Raspberry Pi.
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