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MediaCMS vs SmartTube
The same facts for both, read from GitHub every night, and the relation a person reviewed.
| Fact | MediaCMS | SmartTube |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Python | Java |
| Licence | AGPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Stars | 5.1k | 35k |
| Latest | v9.1.2 | 32.56s |
| Last push | 2026-10-06 | 2026-10-06 |
| Release cadence | about 2 days between releases | too few releases |
| Active contributors | 2 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 19 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace YouTube. Alternatives to YouTube →
PartialMediaCMSUploaded videos with playlists, comments and embeds, without live streaming.
PartialSmartTubeYouTube player for Android TV without ads, with SponsorBlock and adjustable playback speed.
MediaCMS
- v9.1.22026-10-05MAJOR tests infrastructure revamp (#1598) (ce49813)
- v9.1.12026-10-05issue with trim video (#1597) (2cdf017)
- v9.1.02026-10-01LTI changes for ItsLearning LMS support (#1596) (db74610)
- v9.0.02026-10-01migrate media from Kaltura, YouTube and Panopto (#1571) (cb14ea9)
- v8.4.02026-08-25trigger release (6efb9a4)
MediaCMS
unsigned The latest release, v9.1.2, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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SmartTube
unsigned The latest release, 32.56s, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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