Spreaker
8.5#4 in podcast hosting platformsFrom $20 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebmacOS
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Transistor
7.8#13 in podcast hosting platformsFrom $19 a monthWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Spreaker | Transistor |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics | Spreaker says its certified analytics report podcast performance in real time. | Analytics include download trends, episode comparisons and listener-performance reporting. |
| Analytics level | advanced | advanced |
| Directory distribution | major directories | major directories |
| Distribution | Spreaker lists Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio as distribution platforms. | Transistor helps submit feeds to Spotify, Apple, YouTube, Amazon, Pocket Casts, Deezer, Overcast, iHeartRadio, Pandora and other directories. |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Integrations | Spreaker Studio can connect to external microphones and mixers and can integrate with Skype, Google Hangouts, Google Meet, or Zoom for remote guests. | Official integrations include Mailchimp, Drip, HubSpot, Kit, MailerLite, ActiveCampaign, Klaviyo, Zapier, Make, Descript, Riverside, Bluesky and YouTube. |
| Monetization tools | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | 20 | 19 |
| Private podcasts | Yes | Private podcasts provide members-only feeds for teams, communities and paying subscribers. |
| RSS feed | Yes | Yes |
Spreaker plans
- Free SpeechFree
- Broadcaster$20 a month
- Anchorman$50 a month
- Publisher$250 a month
Transistor plans
- Starter$19 a month
- Professional$49 a month
- Business$99 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
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.
Pick Transistor if…
Transistor may suit podcasters looking for web hosting, directory distribution, analytics, and monetization tools. Its private podcast and download allowances help distinguish the listed plans.