Apple Podcasts Connect vs Stitcher

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Pricing, plan by plan

Which should you pick?

Questions people ask

Is Apple Podcasts Connect or Stitcher better?

Neither clearly leads. Apple Podcasts Connect starts at Free and Stitcher at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.

Which is cheaper, Apple Podcasts Connect or Stitcher?

Apple Podcasts Connect starts at Free and Stitcher at Free.

Does Apple Podcasts Connect or Stitcher run on more platforms?

Apple Podcasts Connect runs on Web, Ios, Macos. Stitcher runs on Web, Ios, Android, Smart-speakers.

Can I use Apple Podcasts Connect for free?

Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.

What is Apple Podcasts Connect best used for?

Apple Podcasts Connect is most often used for submitting a new podcast to apple podcasts, claiming an existing show so it is registered to your account, reviewing apple podcasts listener trends and analytics, managing show artwork and metadata. Of those, submitting a new podcast to apple podcasts and claiming an existing show so it is registered to your account are not what Stitcher is typically brought in for.

What can Apple Podcasts Connect do that Stitcher cannot?

Apple Podcasts Connect covers Podcast submission, Episode management, Analytics, Subscription monetization. Stitcher covers Podcast streaming, Original content, Ad-free, Offline listening. Both handle Web support, Ios support.