Blubrry
7.9#11 in podcast hosting platformsFrom $5 a monthFree planWebAPISelf-hosted
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What both publish
| Fact | Blubrry | Firstory |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics | Blubrry offers statistics covering downloads or plays, audience locations, listening apps and devices, trends, retention and partial plays depending on the plan. | Firstory combines Apple and other RSS data with official Spotify data in its listening analytics. |
| Analytics level | basic | advanced |
| Directory distribution | major directories | major directories |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | PowerPress provides destination links or submission support for Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeartRadio, Podcast Index, Podchaser, TuneIn, Deezer, YouTube Music and others. | The comparison page lists Apple Podcast subscriptions, Discord, Zapier auto-email, and corporate bank payout. |
| Monetization tools | Yes | Dynamic ads, memberships, subscriptions, and donations are supported with transparent payouts. |
| Paid from | 7 | 7 |
| Private podcasts | Yes | Yes |
| Publishing | Hosting plans support publishing audio and/or video podcasts and distribution to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and more. | Creators can upload once and publish to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, KKBOX, and more than 10 platforms. |
| RSS feed | Yes | Yes |
| Support | Blubrry says its support contact form is monitored during business hours seven days a week and offers phone, documentation and scheduled video support. | Firstory says all users receive a reply within two business days and paid users within one business day. |
| Video podcast support | Yes | Yes |
Blubrry plans
- Standard 1.5$7 a month
- Standard 3$15 a month
- Advanced 6$25 a month
- Advanced 12$50 a month
- Advanced 25$90 a month
- Pro Unlimited$100 a month
Firstory plans
- Firstory FreeFree
- Firstory Lite$7 a month
- Firstory Pro$15 a month
- Firstory Enterprise$159 a month
Pick Blubrry if…
Blubrry suits podcasters who need hosting and distribution for audio or video, or WordPress users seeking podcast publishing tools. Its plan-based hours and statistics make it relevant to publishers comparing usage limits and analytics needs.
Pick Firstory if…
Firstory suits podcast creators who want publishing, distribution, analytics, and monetization tools in one platform. The free plan may suit a single-show creator, while Pro analytics metrics require a higher plan.