Digital Signage Player Hardware
We designed our XOGO Player app to run on multiple platforms so our users can choose the hardware and operating system that they prefer. Many customers choose to use a XOGO Mini due to its low cost, easy setup, and the fact that it can be plugged into any modern TV. However, it’s also possible to install XOGO Player on computers, smart TVs and tablets. (It even runs in web browsers!) The following devices have been tested in our labs and are recommended by our team for performance and cost.
Standalone Media Players
Media players like the XOGO Mini can be plugged into the HDMI port on any modern TV or display. They’re an excellent option for customers with exisiting display hardware, or those looking for a low-cost way to get into digital signage. Our XOGO Mini will automatically play your content whenever it boots up, and is meant to play your content on a 24/7 basis.
Pros: Easy setup, low cost, sold globally. Available with US or international power supply, plus an HDMI cable. Comes with XOGO Player preinstalled. No mouse or keyboard required. Automatically plays your content when it boots up. Available in a POE version to reduce cable clutter. You can even build your own XOGO Mini using our free disk images for RPi3 and RPi4!
Cons: Has a maximum 1080HD playback (does not yet support 4K-resolution content).
Cost: $129 USD
Pros: Super affordable, 4K and HD versions, WiFi + ethernet options, works on any TV, doubles as entertainment hub
Cons: Not designed for 24/7 use but as a daily-use media player it’s excellent
Cost: $30-50 USD
Pros: Super inexpensive, plays 4k content, works on any TV, WiFi + ethernet options, doubles as entertainment hub.
Cons: None, now that Fire Sticks have auto-app-launch and support both portrait and landscape-oriented content.
Cost: Just $35-55 USD depending upon Amazon promotions.
Pros: Professional-grade Android device for 24/7 playback, includes remote control, supports 4k and 1080HD.
Cons: Only 8GB of storage but that’s plenty for most users.
Cost: $108 USD
Pros: Excellent quality and heat dissipation, thin form factor, easy cloud-based management of devices, excellent performance, proprietary operating system.
Cons: There are less expensive options, but it’s easy to install XOGO Player on BrightSign devices and they’re very unlikely to give you any problems in the field.
Cost: $295-945 USD
Pros: Professional-grade, fanless ChromeOS Flex media player that supports 4k playback and enterprise-level Chrome device management from Google, making it easy to manage large fleets of media players.
Cons: More costly than consumer devices but also more capable and designed for 24/7 playback.
Cost: $240 USD
Pros: Professional-grade Chrome device that supports 4k playback and enterprise-level Chrome device management. Easy to deploy and manage large fleets of players. Relatively low cost. Multiple configurations available with various storage and RAM options.
Cons: These devices are in high demand and are sometimes on back-order.
Cost: $265 USD
Pros: Professional-grade, ruggedized Android device, supports 4k playback at 60FPS, can be VESA-mounted behind a display, offers power-over-ethernet or standard ethernet connectivity, WiFi (via an optional dongle), has AV and HDMI outputs to support a wide range of displays. Powerful remote management options. Comes with XOGO preinstalled.
Cons: Only 8GB of storage; however, that’s enough for most users and storage expansion is possible via an internal SD card slot.
Cost: $285 USD
Pros: Tiny but powerful, comes with VESA mount, excellent performance record. Plays 4k content at up to 30 frames per second. Available with XOGO Player preinstalled and running in Windows Kiosk Mode so it will automatically launch when the PC boots up. Windows is able to run apps like LogMeIn and XOGO concurrently.
Cons: Slightly more expensive than Android, Chrome or Fire TV options
Cost: Approximately $325 USD
Pros: Small and powerful enterprise-level media player for powering video walls. Has an Nvidia T1000 graphics card inside that can push 8K resolution at 60 frames per second.
Cons: The P350 is expensive but has the horsepower needed for running video walls.
Cost: Approximately $1700 USD
Smart TV Hardware
Many modern displays have an internal computer called an SOC (system-on-a-chip) and can natively run apps like XOGO Player. This eliminates the need for external player hardware and wires, and reduces your overall cost. XOGO can be installed on low-cost consumer devices like Amazon Fire TV televisions, or professional models from LG, Sony and NEC.
Pros: Inexpensive 4K device. No need for an external media player. XOGO Player installs easily from the Amazon App Store. Doubles as an entertainment hub!
Cons: Not built to be powered on 24/7 like most commercial displays. Lacks features like HDR that some commercial displays have. However, it’s a great option for small businesses or budget-conscious users.
Cost: $300-750 USD
Pros: Easily install XOGO Player on your Sony display via the Google Play Store. No need for an external media player device or any additional wires. Sony displays are affordable and come in many sizes, up to 100”. Choose from LCD or OLED technology.
Cons: A little more expensive than consumer displays but this is an excellent option for those wanting an all-in-one solution.
Cost: $600-3,000 USD
Pros: Run XOGO Player right on your commercial-grade LG display! No need to purchase additional player hardware. An industry leader, LG offers commercial displays and mounts in many sizes.
Cons: It takes a few minutes to set up XOGO Player on your display but after that you simply add the player to your XOGO account like any other device, using the PIN code that you see on the screen.
Cost: $700-9,500 USD
Pros: RPi module integrated into commercial displays! Install XOGO Player using on-screen menus. Thin bezel, durable, and since XOGO runs on the RPi module you don’t need to plug in an external player device.
Cons: Can you find lower-priced displays on the market? Yes, but these are commercial-grade and designed to operate 24/7 for years. You also don’t need to purchase an external player.
Cost: $500-3,500 USD
Projector Hardware
Take your digital signage content to the extreme by running XOGO on a projector. Modern projector technology allows users to display content on a wall, floor or ceiling in high-definition 4K resolution. Display your images, videos and URLs at sizes greater than 100” (250cm) diagonally. Ideal for indoor or outdoor environments that are not brightly lit.
Pros: Ultra-bright, 7000-lumen projector with 4K resolution. HDR capable. Runs WebOS 6.0
Cons: Quite expensive but this is a commercial-grade device designed for performance and long life, plus you can install XOGO Player directly on the device so no external player hardware is required.
Cost: $5499 USD
Tablet Hardware
Digital signage looks amazing on the big screen, but sometimes portability is the key! Running XOGO Player on a tablet allows businesses like food trucks and popup stores to display their content absolutely anywhere.
Pros: Premium tablet with excellent screen resolution, long battery life, and enterprise device management options. Available in multiple colors and versions, some with LTE capability.
Cons: More expensive than entry-level tablets.
Cost: $329-2399 USD depending upon model, screen size, storage and other options.
Pros: Inexpensive, fits anywhere, 12hr battery life, 1080 HD screens on some models, can be used as a media hub or for productivity when not running your digital signage content.
Cons: Limited RAM/storage but still a great value.
Cost: $60-275 USD depending upon storage and other options.
Pros: 10.5” tablet, integrated stand, fits anywhere, LTE connectivity option, Windows kiosk mode
Cons: A little more expensive than other Windows options but requires no TV
Cost: $399-699 USD depending on memory, storage, LTE options