Podcast Machine
6.7#45 in podcast hosting platformsFrom $5 a monthFree planWeb
VisitPodcast Machine vs Spreaker
What both publish
| Fact | Podcast Machine | Spreaker |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics | The publishing workflow tracks downloads, subscribers, and bandwidth. | Spreaker says its certified analytics report podcast performance in real time. |
| Analytics level | basic | advanced |
| Embedded player | The service offers an embeddable player for a customer’s own site. | Spreaker provides an embedded player for podcasts and episodes on external websites and blogs. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | 5 | 20 |
| RSS feed | Yes | Yes |
| Security | A 2014 blog post says behind-the-scenes technology upgrades were intended to improve application performance and security. | Spreaker says it enforces HTTPS using TLS, scans Docker containers for vulnerabilities, performs periodic third-party penetration tests, and runs a public bug bounty program. |
| Support | Support handles questions about podcasts, billing, and feed migration by email at [email protected]. | The plans page lists in-app support on Broadcaster and Anchorman and priority support on Publisher. |
Podcast Machine plans
- FreeFree
- Starter$5 a month
- Small$9 a month
- Medium$19 a month
- Large$39 a month
Spreaker plans
- Free SpeechFree
- Broadcaster$20 a month
- Anchorman$50 a month
- Publisher$250 a month
Pick Podcast Machine if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Spreaker if…
Spreaker suits podcasters who want to publish and distribute episodes, review analytics or monetize content. Its Studio apps and remote-guest integrations may also suit creators recording with microphones, mixers or online guests.