WidgitboardvsScreenly
Screenly offers an open-source option, but Widgitboard provides 145+ widgets, a professional editor, and unlimited screens for $19.99/month.
Pricing: Side by Side
Screenly charges $11 per screen per month for their cloud service. Widgitboard is $19.99 total for unlimited screens.
Widgitboard
Unlimited screens, one flat price
or $199/year — unlimited screens
- Unlimited screens included
- 145+ built-in widgets
- No per-screen fees ever
- $19.99/mo
Screenly
Per-screen or self-hosted
per screen cloud, or free self-hosted (Anthias)
- Open-source option (Anthias)
- Raspberry Pi optimized
- Offline-first architecture
- Edge computing focus
Prices based on published rates as of early 2026. Screenly cloud pricing; Anthias (open-source) is free but self-managed.
Feature Comparison
How Widgitboard and Screenly compare across key capabilities.
| Feature | Widgitboard | Screenly |
|---|---|---|
| Drag-and-drop editor | ||
| Unlimited screens (flat rate) | ||
| Built-in widgets | 145+ | Basic |
| YouTube videos | ||
| Live streams | ||
| Camera feeds (MJPEG/HLS) | ||
| Spotify / Podcast player | ||
| Smart home / IoT | ||
| Google Sheets integration | ||
| PWA / Offline mode | ||
| No account required | ||
| Multi-language UI | ||
| Self-hosted option | ||
| Open-source code | ||
| Edge computing | ||
| Content scheduling | ||
| Web page display | ||
| Portrait + landscape | ||
| Raspberry Pi support | ||
| Keyboard shortcuts |
Why Choose Widgitboard Over Screenly
Key advantages that set Widgitboard apart.
Full Drag-and-Drop Editor
Screenly displays web pages and media files — no visual editor. Widgitboard has a full design tool with 145+ widgets, keyboard shortcuts, and multi-select.
Flat Rate vs Per-Screen
Screenly cloud charges $11/screen/month. Widgitboard is $19.99/month for unlimited screens. Self-hosted Anthias is free but requires technical setup.
Camera & Security Feeds
Display IP cameras and live video streams. Screenly focuses on static content and web pages.
Smart Home & IoT
Home Assistant, Matter protocol, and Philips Hue integration. Screenly has no smart home capabilities.
Zero Setup Required
Open a browser and start building. No server setup, no Raspberry Pi flashing, no command line needed.
Rich Data Integrations
Google Sheets, Airtable, Notion, webhooks, and custom REST APIs. Screenly primarily displays static URLs.
Where Screenly Excels
We believe in honesty. Here's where Screenly may have an edge.
Open-Source Self-Hosting
Screenly's Anthias (formerly OSE) is fully open-source and self-hosted. If you want complete control over your infrastructure and data, this is a unique advantage.
Edge Computing Architecture
Screenly processes content at the edge (on the device), which can be beneficial for air-gapped networks or high-security environments.
For developers wanting self-hosted open-source, Screenly Anthias is a strong choice. For everyone else, Widgitboard offers vastly more features with zero technical overhead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Widgitboard vs Screenly.
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