# Which native player should I install?

Choosing the right native player matters for performance and compatibility ([why native beats browser](/player/native-vs-browser)). Lumicast supports a range of operating systems to match different hardware preferences.

## Windows

**Overview** — versatile, works across desktops and dedicated signage players.

**Ideal for** — flexible hardware choices or existing Windows estates.

**Examples** — Intel NUC, Dell OptiPlex.

[Install guide →](/player/installation/windows)

## macOS

**Overview** — stable and secure, typically used with Apple hardware like Mac mini or MacBooks in kiosk mode.

**Ideal for** — premium installations where design and reliability are priorities.

**Examples** — Mac mini.

[Install guide →](/player/installation/macos)

## Linux

**Overview** — reliable and flexible, often used for custom or embedded signage.

**Ideal for** — technical users looking for a customizable, cost-effective setup.

**Examples** — Raspberry Pi on Linux, Intel NUC on Ubuntu.

[AppImage install guide →](/player/installation/raspberry-pi-appimage)

## Raspberry Pi

**Overview** — small, affordable, perfect for simple and cost-effective signage.

**Ideal for** — budget-conscious projects or tight physical spaces.

**Examples** — Raspberry Pi 3/4 with our prebuilt OS image.

[Install guide →](/player/installation/raspberry-pi-os)

## LG webOS

**Overview** — purpose-built for LG's Smart Signage displays, streamlined and efficient.

**Ideal for** — installations using LG's commercial displays.

[Install guide →](/player/installation/lg-webos)

## Samsung Tizen

**Overview** — tailored for Samsung's SSSP displays, robust for enterprise deployments.

**Ideal for** — Samsung signage hardware where advanced features are required.

[Install guide (SSP) →](/player/installation/samsung-tizen-ssp)

## Android (TV, signage, etc.)

**Overview** — Android-based TVs, set-top boxes, and Philips signage displays.

**Ideal for** — consumer TVs and flexible signage hardware.

[Install guide →](/player/installation/android)