Which native player should I install?
Choosing the right native player matters for performance and compatibility (why native beats browser). Lumicast supports a range of operating systems to match different hardware preferences.
Windows
Overview — versatile, works across desktops and dedicated signage players.
Ideal for — flexible hardware choices or existing Windows estates.
Examples — Intel NUC, Dell OptiPlex.
macOS
Overview — stable and secure, typically used with Apple hardware like Mac mini or MacBooks in kiosk mode.
Ideal for — premium installations where design and reliability are priorities.
Examples — Mac mini.
Linux
Overview — reliable and flexible, often used for custom or embedded signage.
Ideal for — technical users looking for a customizable, cost-effective setup.
Examples — Raspberry Pi on Linux, Intel NUC on Ubuntu.
Raspberry Pi
Overview — small, affordable, perfect for simple and cost-effective signage.
Ideal for — budget-conscious projects or tight physical spaces.
Examples — Raspberry Pi 4 or 5 with our prebuilt OS image.
LG webOS
Overview — purpose-built for LG's Smart Signage displays, streamlined and efficient.
Ideal for — installations using LG's commercial displays.
Samsung Tizen
Overview — tailored for Samsung's professional displays running SSSP (Samsung Smart Signage Platform), robust for enterprise deployments.
Ideal for — Samsung signage hardware where advanced features are required.
Using a consumer Samsung Smart TV instead? Follow the Smart TV guide →
Android (TV, signage, etc.)
Overview — Android-based TVs, set-top boxes, and Philips signage displays.
Ideal for — consumer TVs and flexible signage hardware.