AzuraCast vs LibreTime
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted media servers options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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AzuraCast
All-in-one self-hosted web radio management suite
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LibreTime
Radio automation and broadcast scheduling platform
| Feature | AzuraCast | LibreTime |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media Servers | Media Servers |
| License | Apache-2.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | PHP | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 2,048 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 3,972 | ★ 940 |
| First released | 2015 | 2017 |
| Replaces | Live365 | Live365 |
Why pick each one
Choose LibreTime if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in PHP
Frequently asked questions
Is AzuraCast or LibreTime better?
AzuraCast is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider LibreTime if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are AzuraCast and LibreTime free and open-source?
Yes. AzuraCast is licensed under Apache-2.0 and LibreTime under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run AzuraCast and LibreTime with Docker?
AzuraCast: yes. LibreTime: yes.