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Homepage describes BotWave as an open-source GPLv3 project you install on your own Raspberry Pi hardware.
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- Homepage describes BotWave as an open-source GPLv3 project you install on your own Raspberry Pi hardware.
BotWave
● Identity checkedBroadcasting · Vendor site 2026-10-04
BotWave is an open-source Raspberry Pi FM broadcasting stack for playing audio files over FM radio with single-device or multi-Pi networks.
- Category
- Broadcasting
- Free access
- Homepage describes BotWave as an open-source GPLv3 project you install on your own Raspberry Pi hardware.
- API access
- Not confirmed
Is BotWave right for you?
A good fit for
Makers and community radio experimenters building low-power FM networks with inexpensive Pi hardware.
Before you choose
Operators must supply Raspberry Pi devices, FM hardware, and comply with local radio transmission regulations.
Pi-based FM networks
BotWave helps hobbyists chain Raspberry Pi transmitters into manageable FM networks with install scripts and GitHub-hosted source.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardware target | Site explains broadcasting audio over FM using Raspberry Pi devices in server-client setups. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Installation | Homepage provides a curl installer script at botwave.dpip.lol/install for deployment. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| License | Footer links to the GPLv3 GitHub repository for source code. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
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What is BotWave used for?
BotWave is an open-source Raspberry Pi FM broadcasting stack for playing audio files over FM radio with single-device or multi-Pi networks.
Does BotWave have a free plan?
Homepage describes BotWave as an open-source GPLv3 project you install on your own Raspberry Pi hardware.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does BotWave cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use BotWave through an API?
Not confirmed. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Operators must supply Raspberry Pi devices, FM hardware, and comply with local radio transmission regulations.
Price history
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