Acast
7.9#1 in podcast website buildersFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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OpenStream
6.0#11 in podcast advertising platformsFree planFree planWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Acast | OpenStream |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics | Acast provides advanced listener analytics, including downloads, geographic breakdowns, listening platforms and engagement data, plus revenue data. | The dashboard provides historical revenue and audience statistics plus a realtime audience map. |
| Headquarters | Stockholm, Sweden | Chantilly, France |
| Privacy | Acast's GDPR policy states that Acast AB is the data controller for EEA, Switzerland and UK users and provides rights including access, rectification and erasure. | The privacy policy identifies Impek SARL as the data controller and describes GDPR rights including access, rectification, deletion, objection, restriction, portability, and withdrawal of consent. |
Acast plans
- Starter—
- Essential$14.99 a month
- Pro$29.99 a month
- Video$39.99 a month
- Acast Creator Network—
- StarterFree
OpenStream plans
- OpenStreamFree
Pick Acast if…
Acast suits podcasters who want publishing, distribution, analytics, and monetization tools in one platform. Its multi-show management and team features may also suit users managing several shows or collaborators.
Pick OpenStream if…
OpenStream suits radio and podcast publishers seeking audio ad revenue while retaining podcast sponsors. It is less immediately accessible to new publishers because registration is closed, though a waitlist is available.