Dovetail from PRX
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VisitDovetail from PRX vs Firstory
What both publish
| Fact | Dovetail from PRX | Firstory |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics | Dovetail offers IAB 2.2 certified download and unique listener metrics, including geographic, device, and podcast app analysis. | Firstory combines Apple and other RSS data with official Spotify data in its listening analytics. |
| Analytics level | advanced | advanced |
| Directory distribution | major directories | major directories |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Integrations | Listed integrations include Apple Subscriptions via Delegated Delivery, Boostr CRM, Megaphone, and a WordPress plugin. | 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. |
| Private podcasts | Yes | Yes |
| Publishing | Producers can upload episodes, manage RSS feeds, and publish episodes for distribution wherever podcasts are found. | Creators can upload once and publish to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, KKBOX, and more than 10 platforms. |
| RSS feed | Yes | Yes |
| Support | PRX’s Help Center lists Dovetail Podcasts, Inventory, Metrics, and Spots resources, and provides help by email and phone during Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–5:30 PM EST. | Firstory says all users receive a reply within two business days and paid users within one business day. |
Dovetail from PRX plans
- Full-ServicePriced on request
- Self-ServicePriced on request
Firstory plans
- Firstory FreeFree
- Firstory Lite$7 a month
- Firstory Pro$15 a month
- Firstory Enterprise$159 a month
Pick Dovetail from PRX if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
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.