# SqueezePlayer

> SqueezePlayer turns your Android phone or tablet into a SqueezeBox on its own!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.bluegaspode.squeezeplayer](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.bluegaspode.squeezeplayer)

## Overview

- **ID:** `de.bluegaspode.squeezeplayer`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Stefan Hansel Solutions UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 33,292
- **Rating:** 4.68 / 5 (1,248 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.4.2
- **Last updated:** 2025-09-30
- **First published:** 2011-04-28
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Size:** 6.97 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.bluegaspode.squeezeplayer)
- **Website:** [http://www.squeezeplayer.com](http://www.squeezeplayer.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://squeezeplayer.de/privacy-police/](http://squeezeplayer.de/privacy-police/)

## Description

SqueezePlayer is a powerful Android app that turns your phone or tablet into a standalone Logitech Squeezebox, allowing you to stream your music library anywhere. It streams your local music, internet radio, and songs from services like Last.FM, Deezer, or WiMP by connecting to the Logitech Media Server (Squeezebox Server).

With native playback support for FLAC, MP3, WAV, and PCM formats, plus server transcoding for others, SqueezePlayer makes your music free to enjoy at home or on the go via WiFi or 3G (with port configuration). Note that other apps can be used for controlling playback, while SqueezePlayer focuses on high-quality, portable music streaming.

## Rankings

- #353,782 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BROADCAST_STICKY`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `de.bluegaspode.squeezeplayer.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

SqueezePlayer is praised for its reliability, ease of setup, and seamless integration with Logitech Media Server, turning Android devices into effective Squeezebox players. However, multiple users report issues with inconsistent volume control, such as volume dropping at end of tracks and hardware button volume changes not persisting on the server. The app lacks built-in music browsing, requiring auxiliary controller apps, and has occasional network-related reconnection problems and server URL retention bugs. Overall, it is well-regarded for playback stability and LMS compatibility despite these recurring concerns.

### Pros

- Reliable playback and works consistently without crashes.
- Simple to set up and integrates well with Logitech Media Server (LMS) and Squeezer app.
- Allows turning Android devices into Squeezebox players, extending use of LMS ecosystem.
- Supports playing music from various sources including internet radio and SoundCloud via LMS.
- Has a loyal user base and has been in use for many years with positive experiences.

### Cons

- Volume drops or changes unexpectedly toward the end of each track, requiring manual adjustment.
- App does not provide a music browsing or selection interface; a separate controller app is needed for that functionality.
- Volume control through device hardware buttons does not sync with server volume, causing volume reset issues.
- App has bugs related to network changes, like disconnecting and not reconnecting when switching from Wi-Fi to mobile data.
- Server URL sometimes resets to localhost instead of retaining the specified URL.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.bluegaspode.squeezeplayer)