Firstory
8.8#1 in podcast hosting platformsFrom $7 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWeb
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Simplecast
6.3#58 in podcast hosting platformsFrom $15 a monthWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Firstory | Simplecast |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics level | advanced | basic |
| Directory distribution | major directories | manual submission |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Monetization tools | Dynamic ads, memberships, subscriptions, and donations are supported with transparent payouts. | Yes |
| Paid from | 7 | 13.5 |
| Private podcasts | Yes | Yes |
| RSS feed | Yes | Yes |
| Video podcast support | Yes | Yes |
Firstory plans
- Firstory FreeFree
- Firstory Lite$7 a month
- Firstory Pro$15 a month
- Firstory Enterprise$159 a month
Simplecast plans
- Basic$15 a month
- Essential$35 a month
- Professional—
- Enterprise Add-Ons—
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 Simplecast if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.