Pocket Casts
8.6#1 in podcast appsFrom $39.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebmacOS
VisitPocket Casts vs Podcast Guru
Podcast Guru
7.0#27 in podcast appsFree planFree planAndroidiOSWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Pocket Casts | Podcast Guru |
|---|---|---|
| Cross-device sync | Yes | Yes |
| Episode transcripts | Yes | Yes |
| Founded | 2010 | 2018 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Offline downloads | Yes | Yes |
| Private feed support | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | The homepage provides access through apps and listening on the web. | Web, Android, iOS |
| Video podcasts | Yes | Yes |
Pocket Casts plans
- FreeFree
- Plus$3.99 a month
- Pocket Casts Plus Monthly$3.99 a month
- Pocket Casts Plus Yearly$39.99 a year
Podcast Guru plans
- FreeFree
- VIP—
Pick Pocket Casts if…
Pocket Casts suits listeners who want podcast search and discovery across mobile, desktop, web, wearable, speaker, and car devices. It is also a fit for people who want offline downloads, transcripts, private feeds, or video podcasts, with optional Plus tools such as folders and bookmarks.
Pick Podcast Guru if…
Podcast Guru may suit listeners who want podcast discovery and playback with downloads, playlists, and a sleep timer. VIP may appeal to people seeking cloud sync, backup, and advanced playback or download controls across platforms.