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Add to SafariWhen comparing ReadyMedia (formerly MiniDLNA) vs Emby, the Slant community recommends ReadyMedia (formerly MiniDLNA) for most people. In the question“What is the best home media server?” ReadyMedia (formerly MiniDLNA) is ranked 5th while Emby is ranked 6th. The most important reason people chose ReadyMedia (formerly MiniDLNA) is:
It is free and completely open source.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Free and open
It is free and completely open source.
Pro Lightweight
It is extremely lightweight.
Pro Strict DLNA standard
It has an option to follow strictly the DLNA standard.
Pro Can transcode on the fly
It can transcode your files on the fly with readymedia-transcode.
Pro Easy to use and configure
But with tons of advanced configuration options available for those that want them.
Pro Awesome Support
Active and lively support forums where the developers and other users engage to quickly resolve any issues you may experience, which will be few and far between anyway.
Pro Live TV and DVR functionality
Add the Premiere option for around $5.00 per month and you get a full featured DVR that will play and record Live OTA TV, IPTV, Cable or Satellite signal and a great EPG (Electronic Program Guide)
Cons
Con No web interface
You will need a DLNA -client.
Con Saves to much money
If you enjoy throwing money away on cable or satellite, and are not interested in saving money and getting a better experience, then Emby probably isn't for you. But, that's a con that probably only applies to an extremely limited number of people.
