Self-hosted jukebox server
Own the jukebox. Keep the revenue. Run it your way.
Cool Cat Juke is a venue-owned jukebox platform for bars, clubs, and restaurants. Brand the experience, control the queue, and keep every play.
Your rules
Set queue logic, credits, and access in minutes.
Your brand
Logo, colors, and messaging stay in your control.
Why venues switch
Cut out revenue splits and control every part of the guest experience.
Run it your way
- Venue-owned server and data
- Full branding: logo, colors, and vibe
- Queue rules, credits, and access controls
Built for busy nights
- Realtime queue, voting, and wall display
- Admin playback controls and analytics
- Offline capable after setup (Home/Club)
Own the economics
- Keep 100% of play revenue
- Optional catalog subscription
- One-time license that never expires
See the product in action
Every role gets a clear, focused view of what matters.
Guest mobile experience
Guests scan, browse, vote, and queue in seconds.
How it works
Launch in a day, then let it run all night.
Deploy on your Ubuntu server with Node.js and MongoDB.
Set credits, queue rules, and your venue identity.
Sync the optional catalog or upload your own tracks.
Guests join via QR, vote, and keep the room moving.
Choose your edition
All editions include full admin tools, analytics, and branding.
Home
$795Queue-only jukebox for low-maintenance venues.
- Simple setup
- All core admin tools
- Offline after setup
Club
$1,495Credits-based play with admin grants and auto-fill.
- Credits system
- Credit requests
- Offline after setup
Premium
$2,495Paid credits using your merchant account.
- Payments flow
- Venue keeps revenue
- Internet required for payments
Pricing + add-ons
One-time license, optional annual maintenance, and optional catalog subscription.
One-time license
- Home: $795
- Club: $1,495
- Premium: $2,495
License never expires and includes 12 months of updates.
Optional services
- Annual maintenance: $199-$699/year
- Catalog subscription: from $149/month
- Setup package: $499-$1,200
Catalog sync is optional. Your uploads always remain available.
Compared to TouchTunes-style models
Own the system, control the policies, and keep every dollar.
Compliance: venues remain responsible for public performance licensing in their region.
Operations-ready
Built for Ubuntu, Node.js, and MongoDB. Runs locally even if the internet drops.
Server requirements
- Ubuntu 22.04+ recommended
- Node.js 20.x LTS, MongoDB 4.4+
- ffmpeg and a physical audio output
Deployment support
- Optional setup package available
- SSL and reverse proxy configuration
- Audio tuning and admin handoff
FAQ
Answering the questions we hear most from venue owners.
Do we need music licensing?
Yes. Cool Cat Juke is self-hosted. Venues remain responsible for public performance licenses in their region.
Does it work offline?
Home and Club continue after setup. Premium requires internet for payments and license heartbeat.
Can we use our own music?
Yes. Venue uploads stay separate from the optional catalog subscription.
What happens if the catalog subscription lapses?
Catalog tracks are hidden after a grace period. Venue uploads remain available.
Ready to own your jukebox?
Let us run a quick revenue comparison and recommend the right edition for your venue.