MediaShout is a legacy Windows-only presentation tool with a dated interface and monthly fees up to $60. Reuna is the modern alternative — free to start, in the browser with nothing to install, plus a free app for Mac and Windows.
| Caracteristica | Reuna | MediaShout |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | ✓Browser (any OS) + Mac and Windows app | Windows only |
| Installation required | ✓Not to start — web, plus a free Mac and Windows app | Yes, Windows installer |
| Price | ✓Free plan + paid plans | Paid license/subscription |
| Multi-screen | Up to 4 screens | Yes, with configuration |
| Remote control | ✓Pro/Church, via QR | Limited, same network |
| Stage display | ✓Yes, any browser | Yes, Windows only |
| Bible library | Yes, with local cache | Yes |
| Animated backgrounds | ✓Real-time effects | Motion backgrounds |
| Automatic updates | ✓Always up to date | Manual downloads |
MediaShout only works on Windows. If your church has a Mac, Chromebook or Linux machine, you are out of luck. Reuna has an app for Mac and Windows, and also runs in any modern browser on any operating system — no hardware requirements.
MediaShout's interface has remained largely unchanged for years. Reuna offers a clean, modern UI designed from scratch with real-time preview, drag-and-drop service planning and intuitive controls anyone on the team can learn in minutes.
MediaShout uses paid licensing. Reuna has a permanent free plan with core features included, and Pro starts at $12/month with animated backgrounds built in.
With MediaShout you need to manage Windows updates, driver compatibility and software installations. Reuna is always up to date — the web and the app update themselves, so you just open and project. No IT support needed.
How much does MediaShout cost compared to Reuna?
MediaShout uses paid licensing. Reuna has a permanent free plan and paid plans from $12/month, accessible from any device with a browser.
Does Reuna work on Mac unlike MediaShout?
Yes. MediaShout only runs on Windows. Reuna has a free app for Mac and Windows, and also works on any device with a modern browser: Linux, Chromebook, iPad — nothing to install.
Is Reuna easier to set up than MediaShout?
Significantly easier. MediaShout requires downloading, installing and configuring on a Windows PC. With Reuna you open the browser, create your workspace and start projecting in under 5 minutes; if you want, the Mac and Windows app installs in a couple of minutes. No drivers, no compatibility issues.
Does Reuna have animated backgrounds like MediaShout?
Yes. Reuna includes over 20 animated backgrounds (aurora, plasma, silk, prism and more) rendered in real-time. You can also use solid colors, gradients, images or videos as backgrounds.
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