Acast
8.7#2 in podcast hosting platformsFrom $14.99 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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Podcastics
7.5#18 in podcast hosting platformsFrom $4 a monthFree planWeb
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| Fact | Acast | Podcastics |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics | Acast provides advanced listener analytics, including downloads, geographic breakdowns, listening platforms and engagement data, plus revenue data. | The paid plan comparison describes IAB-compliant detailed analytics covering plays, episode comparisons, devices, platforms, players, and geolocation. |
| Analytics level | advanced | advanced |
| Directory distribution | major directories | major directories |
| Distribution | Acast supports one-click publishing to Spotify and Apple Podcasts and distribution to every major podcast directory. | Podcastics automatically generates an RSS feed for distribution to listening platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Deezer, and YouTube. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Stockholm, Sweden | Paris, France |
| Monetization tools | Yes | Yes |
| 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. | Podcastics' privacy policy says it processes personal data in accordance with French and European laws, especially the EU General Data Protection Regulation. |
| Private podcasts | Yes | Yes |
| Product | Acast describes its product as an all-in-one podcasting platform and CMS for managing, publishing, distributing and monetizing podcasts. | Podcastics is a podcast hosting and management service for hosting, distributing, sharing, and monetizing podcasts. |
| RSS feed | Yes | Yes |
| Support | Acast provides support through [email protected] and Intercom chat, while the Pro plan includes prioritized support. | Paid plans describe personalized support, with Extreme providing priority support. |
Acast plans
- Essential$14.99 a month
- Pro$29.99 a month
- Video$39.99 a month
- Acast Creator Network—
- StarterFree
Podcastics plans
- FreeFree
- Premium$4 a month
- Archive$5 a month
- Pro$8 a month
- Max$12 a month
- Extreme$18 a month
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 Podcastics if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.