Bobine
GitHubv2.0.1Star
SAVINGSFinancial gain :Save $1,500 to $3,000 / year per studio (Zero software royalties)
NO SUBSCRIPTIONSoftware cost :$0 / month · Open-source, zero recurring fees, no vendor lock-in
MAC & MAC MINIStudio appliance :Perfect silent control unit: fanless profile, dual HDMI screens & auto-launch
APPLE SILICONM1 to M4 chips :Apple Silicon tuning: instant 4K playback with zero heat build-up
BUDGET MINI PCSAccessible hardware :Runs on refurbished hardware (Dell Wyse, HP ProDesk) starting at $40
GRAPHICS ACCELERATIONSmooth playback :Hardware-accelerated engine: buttery smooth 4K & 2K 60 fps playback
100% OFFLINEOutage proof :Operates without Internet: resilient against fiber cuts and ISP outages
TOUCH KIOSKSelf-service :Member touchscreen with live class countdown and easy selection
DUAL SCREENSMulti-display :Simultaneous feeds: main workout screen + gym floor TVs
24/7 GYM RADIOBackground music :Continuous music flow with seamless crossfade and automated voice alerts
CUSTOM CONTENTCatalog freedom :100% Agnostic: play your own workouts (Cycling, HIIT, Yoga, Pilates)
MULTI-OSCross-platform :Windows 10/11, macOS, Linux, Android tablets and iPadOS exploration
NATIVE ANDROIDDedicated app :Available on touchscreen tablets to control your fitness studio seamlessly
SIMPLE REMOTEEasy control :Choice of 2.4 GHz wireless clicker or local smartphone QR web app
PRIVACY & GDPRData sovereignty :100% Local: zero analytics, zero cameras, your data stays in your club
BLACKOUT RECOVERYElectrical resilience :Autonomous auto-recovery and instant playout resume after power outage
1-CLICK BACKUPUniversal export :Export and restore your entire schedule and video catalog in a single ZIP
ECO-FRIENDLYLow power draw :Under 10 Watts active draw: silent, cost-effective and eco-friendly
Comparative Studies & Alternatives

Virtual Fitness & Video Playout Comparison Guide

Objectively analyze licensing costs, content freedom, hardware constraints, and offline reliability between Bobine and commercial market solutions.

Premium Royalties vs Open Playout

Les Mills Cinema & Les Mills Virtual

Save $1,500 to $3,600 / year per studio with zero recurring license fees.

Detailed breakdown between Les Mills cumulative royalties (BodyPump, RPM, The Trip) and Bobine's free sovereign playout engine running on budget mini PCs.

  • $0 / month license (AGPL-3.0) vs $150–$350 / month per program
  • $0 coach certifications vs $500+ per module per instructor
  • 100% offline from local SSD with zero freezes during internet drops
  • 1-click installer on Windows, macOS, Linux, or a refurbished mini PC
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Local-First vs Cloud SaaS

Wexer Virtual & Fitness On Demand (FOD)

Say goodbye to $250+/month per screen cloud SaaS subscriptions.

Why decentralized local-first playout delivers superior reliability compared to cloud streaming appliances vulnerable to network outages.

  • Zero recurring SaaS fee vs $200–$450 / month per screen
  • Sub-2ms local latency vs cloud streaming buffering
  • Complete GDPR compliance: zero member data harvesting
  • Instant coach mobile remote via local Wi-Fi QR code scan
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Independent Studio Sovereignty

Radical Fitness & Franchise Programs

Broadcast custom workout videos and elevate your trainers with zero franchise lock-in.

How independent gym owners deliver studio-grade virtual workouts (Cycling, HIIT, Yoga, Strength) without paying third-party franchise brand fees.

  • Unrestricted drag-and-drop import for custom workout videos (MP4, MKV)
  • No franchise affiliation required (complete catalog freedom)
  • Full ownership of gym branding, instructors, and timetables
  • Integrated 24/7 background audio with seamless Web Audio crossfade
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Dedicated Playout vs Generic Signage

Anthias (Screenly OSE) & Generic Signage (TouchPlayer, Waves, Yodeck)

Why passive players like Anthias fail to meet gym studio requirements.

Understanding the gap between generic slide/video loopers and Bobine's purpose-built fitness features (scheduled class playout, member touch kiosk, 24/7 gym radio).

  • Automatic playout at the exact scheduled second, not a loop
  • Fullscreen member touch kiosk with live countdown timer
  • 24/7 Gym background radio with crossfade and etiquette voice alerts
  • Autonomous boot recovery post power cut (systemd watchdog)
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