Podash

Podash is an iPhone and Mac app for keeping watch on podcast rankings, reviews and recent episode downloads. It suits independent podcasters and networks that want a compact monitoring view across Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Its focused scope and low-cost options are attractive; its Apple-device requirements and short download window make it a poor fit for broader analytics needs.

Overview

Podash brings together top charts from Apple Podcasts and Spotify, Apple Podcast reviews, and download counts from connected services. Charts span 15 countries and 18 categories, with up to 30 days of history. That is enough to follow recent shifts in visibility, but not to study longer-term ranking patterns.

Search works across any podcast, so the app is useful for keeping tabs on shows beyond one’s own catalog. The product remains a monitoring tool rather than a full analytics suite: its download aggregation covers only the last five episodes and depends on connecting Simplecast and YouTube.

Key features

Charts, search and reviews

Apple Podcasts and Spotify rankings in one place make it easier to compare a show’s chart presence across markets and categories. Apple Podcast review monitoring adds a listener-feedback signal, though it does not replace broader audience analysis. The 30-day chart history is handy for checking recent movement, with a clear ceiling for anyone who needs a longer record.

Download aggregation and widgets

Connecting Simplecast and YouTube lets Podash aggregate downloads for the last five episodes. That recent focus can help indie creators check how new releases are doing, but it will not provide a deep episode archive. Home Screen and Today View widgets, as well as widgets on iPad and Mac, make the monitoring information more convenient to glance at.

Podcast networks can follow an unlimited number of podcasts, which makes the product more useful for teams monitoring a portfolio than for a single-show workflow alone. The maker also positions Podash for marketing specialists watching newly popular shows for performance marketing. A Simplecast API key is stored in iCloud Keychain, and the maker says only the user can access it. Podash says it has no tracking, data collection or ads.

Pricing

The free option costs nothing and is a free download with in-app purchases available. The paid choices are inexpensive for independent creators, though the plan descriptions do not establish any feature or usage differences beyond the stated audience and network-following allowance.

• Free: free. A sensible starting point for trying the app before paying; in-app purchases are available.
• Indie Podcaster: $0.99 a month. The monthly option suits an independent podcaster who prefers not to commit annually.
• Indie Podcaster Yearly: $9.99 a year. The annual option is for indie podcasters willing to pay yearly; it costs less than twelve monthly payments at the stated monthly rate.
• Podcast Network: $9.99, paid once. This one-time option is aimed at networks and includes following an unlimited number of podcasts.

The network option is the clearest fit for a portfolio: unlimited podcast following is its stated distinction. Creators should compare the monthly and annual indie options based on billing preference, since no additional plan-specific capabilities are stated.

Platforms

Podash supports iOS and macOS. The App Store requires iOS 17.4 or later for iPhone and macOS 14.4 or later with Apple M1 or later for Mac. Those requirements rule out older devices and make this a poor choice for people who need a Windows, Android or browser-based workflow.

Who it's for

Podash is best suited to independent podcasters who want recent download figures alongside chart movement and reviews, and to podcast networks that need to follow many shows. It can also serve marketers monitoring newly popular podcasts. It is less suitable for anyone who needs longer-term chart history, downloads beyond the last five episodes, or access from non-Apple platforms.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Apple Podcasts and Spotify charts cover 15 countries and 18 categories, giving creators a broad view of ranking activity.
• Pro: The network option allows an unlimited number of followed podcasts, useful for monitoring multiple shows.
• Pro: The free download and low-cost indie plans offer an inexpensive way to keep an eye on rankings and recent activity.
• Con: Chart history reaches only 30 days, limiting longer-term comparisons.
• Con: Download aggregation requires Simplecast and YouTube connections and covers only the last five episodes.
• Con: iOS 17.4 or later and a Mac with macOS 14.4 or later on Apple M1 or later narrow device compatibility.

Alternatives

For a directory of other analytics products, start with Podcast Analytics Software.

• Apple Podcasts is the better pick for listeners seeking millions of shows without charge; its free listening spans iOS, macOS, web and Windows.
• Hypecast Analytics is an alternative for desktop recording, with a free Windows option supporting three cameras and three microphones, plus paid plans.
• Magellan AI suits users looking for podcast advertising analytics through an API or web platform; a free verified-download prefix is available, while full platform access requires a demo.
• Podtrac is a web-based alternative with free basic measurement and paid options for show growth.
• OP3 is a free web and API analytics service with public stats pages and no signup or login requirement.
• PodcastStats.com is an option for web and API analytics, with a free plan covering up to 10K downloads per month and seven-day data retention.
• Spotify Ad Analytics is another option for podcast advertising analytics.
• Podchaser offers API access across Android, iOS and web, with a Starter plan at $30 a month for 1,000 requests.

Verdict

Choose Podash if you are an independent podcaster or network that wants Apple Podcasts and Spotify rankings, Apple review monitoring and recent connected-service downloads in one Apple-device app. Its strongest reason to buy is the combination of broad chart coverage and affordable plans, including unlimited podcast following for networks. Look elsewhere if you need long-range analytics, a deeper download history or a platform that works beyond Apple devices.