Firstory
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VisitFirstory vs PodVault
What both publish
| Fact | Firstory | PodVault |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics | Firstory combines Apple and other RSS data with official Spotify data in its listening analytics. | PodVault provides listener analytics, but its terms say analytics are in beta and may be incomplete or change. |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Support | Firstory says all users receive a reply within two business days and paid users within one business day. | The Studio plan includes priority support. |
Firstory plans
- Firstory FreeFree
- Firstory Lite$7 a month
- Firstory Pro$15 a month
- Firstory Enterprise$159 a month
PodVault plans
- Creator$7.99 a month
- Professional$12.99 a month
- Studio$19.99 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 PodVault if…
PodVault suits creators distributing public or private podcasts for courses, memberships, coaching, and other teaching programs. It may fit creators who want paid access, transcription, or listener analytics.