# Anthias: Free Open Source Alternative to OptiSigns, Screenly, Signage Space

Canonical: https://caniforkit.com/fork/anthias
Last updated: 2026-11-07

Anthias (Open Source, Open Source) replaces OptiSigns, Screenly, Signage Space, Yodeck. Free open-source digital signage software that turns Raspberry Pi or old PCs into powerful display solutions. Manage images, videos, and web content easily.

## Tool Specifications
- **Tool Name**: Anthias
- **Type**: Open Source Project
- **License**: Open Source
- **Official Website**: https://anthias.screenly.io/
- **GitHub Repository**: https://github.com/screenly/anthias
- **GitHub Stars**: ★ 3.7k
- **Runs On**: Local
- **Maintenance Status**: nov 2026
- **Platforms**: desktop, cross-platform, one-click install
- **Data Storage**: All application data lives locally on your own machine.
- **Installation**: Clone https://github.com/screenly/anthias or deploy with Docker Compose
- **Setup Requirements**: Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
- **The Catch / Limitation**: Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

## Paid SaaS Applications Replaced (4)
Replacing these paid tools with Anthias saves up to $100/mo ($1,200/yr) in software subscriptions:

| Replaced Software | Category | SaaS Price | Comparison Guide |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [OptiSigns](https://caniforkit.com/optisigns) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare OptiSigns vs Anthias](https://caniforkit.com/vs/optisigns-vs-anthias) |
| [Screenly](https://caniforkit.com/screenly) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Screenly vs Anthias](https://caniforkit.com/vs/screenly-vs-anthias) |
| [Signage Space](https://caniforkit.com/signage-space) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Signage Space vs Anthias](https://caniforkit.com/vs/signage-space-vs-anthias) |
| [Yodeck](https://caniforkit.com/yodeck) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Yodeck vs Anthias](https://caniforkit.com/vs/yodeck-vs-anthias) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is Anthias free and open source?
Anthias is an open source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. Free open-source digital signage software that turns Raspberry Pi or old PCs into powerful display solutions. Manage images, videos, and web content easily.

### What is the trade-off or limitation of using Anthias?
Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

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