NO SUBSCRIPTIONSoftware cost :€0 / month · Open-source, zero recurring fees, no vendor lock-in
OPEN SOURCEFull transparency :Public source code on GitHub: auditable by anyone, zero black box
MAC & MAC MINIStudio appliance :macOS playout: video outputs and automatic startup depend on the model and settings
APPLE SILICONmacOS package :Apple Silicon build: check requirements and test your media on your Mac
REFURBISHED HARDWAREMini PCs :An option for reusing hardware: check the configuration, condition and compatibility before buying
HARDWARE GUIDEChoosing equipment :The selection is being reviewed: confirm specifications, compatibility and availability before buying
ALREADY OWN A LAPTOPZero repurchase :Try your existing computer; video outputs and closed-lid operation depend on the hardware
GRAPHICS ACCELERATIONSmooth playback :Hardware decoding depends on the operating system, browser, codec and graphics processor
100% OFFLINEOutage proof :Local playback works without Internet; network displays need a local connection
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
LINUX REPOSNative updates :GPG-signed packages: APT (Debian 13+/Ubuntu 24.04+), DNF (Fedora/RHEL 10+) and Pacman (Arch) on packages.bobine.fit
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 :Recovery after reboot: verify automatic startup on your device
1-CLICK BACKUPUniversal export :Export and restore your entire schedule and video catalog in a single ZIP
ECO-FRIENDLYLow power draw :Power consumption and noise depend on hardware and workload: measure your configuration

The power of Bobine. The freedom of Linux.

Engineered for fitness studios, community cinemas and demanding audiovisual desks: experience the most reliable autonomous playout system on Linux. Native signed packages for Debian, Fedora and Arch Linux.

Framework Laptop 16 pouces avec Bobine en action sur Linux
Compatible hardware architectures:
AMD Ryzen (Zen 3/4/5, Ryzen AI, Radeon VA-API)
Intel Core & N-Series (Core Ultra, Gen 12–15, N-Series QSV)
Qualcomm Snapdragon (ARM64 X-Series, ARM Kiosks & Tablets)
Framework & ARM64 SBC (Framework 13/16, ARM Kiosks & Mini PCs)
Quick Installation & Repositories

Install Bobine with a single terminal command.

Each distribution family has a dedicated, cryptographically signed repository. Select your distribution and update channel to get the exact install command instantly.

# 1. Importer la clé de signature OpenPGP officielle
sudo install -m 0755 -d /etc/apt/keyrings
curl -fsSL https://packages.bobine.fit/bobine.gpg \
  | sudo gpg --dearmor -o /etc/apt/keyrings/bobine.gpg

# 2. Configurer le dépôt APT officiel Bobine (stable)
echo "deb [signed-by=/etc/apt/keyrings/bobine.gpg] \
  https://packages.bobine.fit/debian/ stable main" \
  | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/bobine.list

# 3. Mettre à jour et installer Bobine
sudo apt update && sudo apt install bobine
Official interactive repository portal: packages.bobine.fitAll signatures verified against the Bobine OpenPGP key
Distribution families

Explore 16 Linux distributions.

Whether running on a dedicated 24/7 Debian appliance or on your Fedora or Arch production workstation, Bobine integrates as a native system package.

Bobine runs smoothly and autonomously across x86_64 and ARM64 architectures with native hardware acceleration.

Audiovisual Architecture

Why Bobine thrives on Linux.

Built without unnecessary bloat, Bobine leverages low-level Linux kernel primitives to deliver rock-solid 4K video playback with minimal system load.

Direct VA-API & NVDEC decoding at 60 fps

Offload the entire video decoding pipeline to your Intel, AMD, Qualcomm Adreno or NVIDIA GPU. Even on silent fanless mini-PCs or refurbished laptops, playback remains buttery-smooth with minimal thermal footprint.

  • Hardware decoding for H.264, HEVC / H.265, VP9 and AV1
  • Independent multi-screen HDMI output in native fullscreen
  • Zero tearing or frame drops (V-Sync Wayland / X11)

Hardened appliance with Systemd watchdog

In appliance mode, Bobine boots directly into the projection screen without displaying any desktop chrome. The systemd service is sandboxed and constantly monitored by a hardware watchdog.

  • Silent boot straight into the classroom or kiosk display
  • Sub-second automatic restart in case of unexpected failure
  • Automatic and secure mounting of removable instructor media

100% Offline, zero subscriptions, zero cloud

Your schedules, videos, and member data remain strictly on your local machine. No internet connection is ever needed to run classes, trigger automation, or manage the cinema kiosk.

  • Instant local control from any smartphone or tablet
  • Zero accounts needed, zero telemetry or tracking
  • AGPL-3.0 open-source license: you own your equipment

Seamless updates with your operating system

Say goodbye to manual tarballs and scattered binaries: Bobine updates naturally with your routine `apt upgrade`, `dnf upgrade`, or `pacman -Syu` workflows.

  • Strict FHS binary parity compliance (/usr/lib/bobine)
  • Cryptographically signed with official OpenPGP key
  • Seamless rollback to Stable at any time without data loss
Recommended Hardware

Framework Laptop: The ideal hardware for Bobine.

We enthusiastically recommend Framework Laptops (13 and 16 inches) for studio and control room deployments. Its machined aluminum chassis, 10/10 reparability score, and hot-swappable I/O cards allow connecting dual independent HDMI displays without fragile dongles.

Processors supported
AMD Ryzen, Intel Core Ultra & Snapdragon
Display outputs
Modular HDMI & DP expansion cards
Reparability score
10 / 10 (Replaceable parts)
Linux compatibility
100% native with Bobine
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Framework Laptop modulaire sous Linux pour Bobine
Cryptographic Verification

Official OpenPGP Signing Key

All packages, APT repositories, DNF repositories, and Pacman databases are signed by the official Bobine OpenPGP key. Always verify this fingerprint before trusting installation:

B77D 96D7 2F84 F36A CAA3 F872 9CBF 497D 829E E15A

Frequently asked questions

Is there a Bobine package for Fedora?

Yes: an .rpm package (bobine-x.y.z-1.x86_64.rpm) and a signed dnf repository, on x86_64 and aarch64.

Is there a Bobine package for Arch Linux?

Yes: a pacman package (bobine-x.y.z-1-x86_64.pkg.tar.zst) and a signed [bobine] repository, on x86_64 (aarch64 for Arch Linux ARM).

Which distribution for a dedicated 24/7 appliance?

Minimal Debian 13 remains the reference: it is what the install.sh script targets. The .rpm and pacman packages are meant for Linux desktops.

Does Bobine run on Bazzite or Fedora Silverblue?

Immutable distributions do not suit the kiosk appliance, because the system is read-only there.