Captivate
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VisitCaptivate vs Podbean
What both publish
| Fact | Captivate | Podbean |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics level | advanced | advanced |
| Directory distribution | major directories | One-click distribution includes Apple Podcasts, Podbean app, Spotify, Amazon Music, and iHeartRadio. |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Headquarters | 30 Leicester Square, London, UK WC2H 7LA | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| Monetization tools | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | 17 | 12 |
| Private podcasts | Yes | Yes |
| RSS feed | Yes | Yes |
| Video podcast support | Yes | Yes |
Captivate plans
- Personal$204 a year
- Professional$44 a year
- Business$90 a year
Podbean plans
- Basic Free PlanFree
- Unlimited Audio$17 a month
- Unlimited Plus$39 a month
- Network$99 a month
- Business$129 a month
- FreeFree
Pick Captivate if…
Captivate may suit podcasters looking for web-based hosting with RSS distribution, analytics, and monetization tools. Its listed plans may be relevant to shows needing private or video podcast support, with monthly download limits varying by tier.
Pick Podbean if…
Podbean suits people who want to publish podcasts from iPhone or Android, distribute episodes through RSS, and track audience statistics. Its plans also address creators seeking video or private podcasts, monetization, or team access.