Firstory
8.8#1 in podcast hosting platformsFrom $7 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWeb
VisitFirstory vs PodOps Hosting
PodOps Hosting
7.2#25 in podcast hosting platformsFrom $19 a monthAndroidiOSWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Firstory | PodOps Hosting |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics | Firstory combines Apple and other RSS data with official Spotify data in its listening analytics. | Analytics cover downloads, listener behavior, locations, devices, apps, engagement, and growth trends. |
| Analytics level | advanced | advanced |
| Directory distribution | major directories | major directories |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Monetization | The platform supports dynamic ads, one-time donations, recurring subscriptions, and cross-platform membership payments. | The feature page lists premium subscriptions, dynamic ads and sponsors, paid episodes, and bundles as monetization options. |
| Monetization tools | Dynamic ads, memberships, subscriptions, and donations are supported with transparent payouts. | Yes |
| Product | Firstory is a podcast hosting platform for creators. | MyPodOps describes itself as an all-in-one podcast platform for recording, hosting, editing, distributing, growing, and monetizing podcasts. |
| Support | Firstory says all users receive a reply within two business days and paid users within one business day. | The Pro plan includes priority support, while the Starter plan lists chat and email support. |
| Video podcast support | Yes | Yes |
Firstory plans
- Firstory FreeFree
- Firstory Lite$7 a month
- Firstory Pro$15 a month
- Firstory Enterprise$159 a month
PodOps Hosting plans
- Starter$19 a month
- Creator$39 a month
- Pro$79 a month
- Network$199 a month
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.
Pick PodOps Hosting if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.