Software packages

Roon is offered in a variety of software packages to accommodate your setup. Whether you are running Roon all on one computer, or hosting Roon on a stand-alone server with various remote devices, you can use this overview to find the right version of Roon for your configuration.

If you're not yet familiar with Roon's ecosystem, it's a good idea to check how Roon works before continuing, as it'll explain the concepts below. 

After reading the below, visit our downloads page to get started with your installation.

You may notice there is no stand alone Roon Server download available. This is because Roon Server and Roon are packaged together during download and installation.

 

Roon Server

✓Server   ✓Output

Roon Server is the brain of your Roon system, which can run on Windows, Mac, RoonOS, or Linux. This machine will manage your music library, streaming services, and audio outputs. Because it has no graphical user interface, it requires a control device (either a Roon or Roon Remote device.) You can read more about Roon Server here. 

Roon 

✓Control   ✓Output

Roon runs on your Mac or PC, allowing you to configure Roon Server, set up your audio devices, and browse your library using Roon's rich, immersive browsing experience. When you install Roon on your Mac or PC, you’ll connect to Roon Server running on your network. This can run on a different device (like a Nucleus) or you can run Roon Server right on your Mac or PC.

Roon Remote

✓Control    ✓Output

Roon Remote connects to Roon Server when you’re at home, typically on a mobile device or tablet, and allows you to control and navigate your Roon library using Roon's rich, immersive browsing experience. Roon Remote does not include server functionality, but it can connect to Roon or Roon Server on your network. You can read more about using Roon remotely here.

Roon Bridge

✓Output

Roon Bridge can be installed to add audio outputs to your setup over the network, perfect for multi-room configurations. You can read more about Roon Bridge here. 

Roon ARC

✓Mobile Control    ✓Output

Roon ARC is our mobile app built for on-the-go listening. The app allows you to access your at-home Roon library, and Roon’s most powerful features no matter where you are, and it lives right on the phone in your pocket. Roon ARC also features Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, designed to make choosing the soundtrack to your next road trip a breeze. 

Roon ARC is included with every Roon subscription and can be downloaded from the App Store for iOS and the Play Store for Android.

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