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Audioboom vs Transistor

Audioboom logo

Audioboom

Podcasting

Audio hosting and distribution platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Transistor logo

Transistor

Podcasting

Professional podcast hosting for businesses and creators

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Audioboom browser compatibility constraints; platform explicitly requires Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge; older browsers not supported; Transistor starter plan at $19 per month caps monthly downloads at 20,000
  • They diverge on capability: Audioboom covers Audio hosting, Transistor covers Unlimited podcasts.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Audioboom and Transistor actually diverge.

Attributes where Audioboom and Transistor differ
AttributeAudioboomTransistor
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidWeb
Founded20062018

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Podcasting).

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.

Only in Audioboom

  • Audio hosting
  • Distribution
  • Discovery platform
  • Monetization
  • Analytics
  • Sponsorship matching
  • Podcast platforms
  • Social media

Only in Transistor

  • Unlimited podcasts
  • Private podcasting
  • Advanced analytics
  • Team collaboration
  • Custom branding
  • API access
  • Apple Podcasts
  • Spotify

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Audioboom

  • Audio publishingnot Transistor
  • Podcast distributionnot Transistor
  • Monetizationnot Transistor

Transistor

  • Podcast hosting and distributionnot Audioboom
  • Audio content publishingnot Audioboom
  • Private subscriber managementnot Audioboom

Where each one falls short

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

Audioboom

  • Browser compatibility constraints; platform explicitly requires Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge; older browsers not supported
  • Ad blocker conflicts; users must disable ad blockers for proper platform functionality
  • Minimal technical documentation about monetization thresholds, audience analytics depth, or distribution reach
  • Limited platform capability information makes it difficult to assess other technical constraints

Transistor

  • Starter plan at $19 per month caps monthly downloads at 20,000
  • Private podcast subscribers are capped at 50 on Starter and 500 on Professional
  • Dynamic ad insertion and auto-posting to YouTube require the $49 per month Professional plan or higher
  • Removing Transistor branding requires the $99 per month Business plan
  • Enterprise plans above 250,000 monthly downloads start at $199 per month and require contacting the vendor

Pricing, plan by plan

Audioboom

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Audio hosting
    • Basic distribution
    • Discovery platform
  • Pro$undefined/month
    • Advanced features
    • Priority support
    • Analytics

Transistor

Free
  • Starter$19/month
    • 20K monthly downloads
    • 50 private subscribers
    • Unlimited podcasts
  • Professional$49/month
    • 100K monthly downloads
    • 500 private subscribers
    • Dynamic ads
  • Business$99/month
    • 250K monthly downloads
    • 3K private subscribers
    • Branded removal
  • Enterprise$199/month
    • Custom limits exceeding 250K downloads or 3K private subscribers

Which should you pick?

Choose Audioboom if

  • You need audio hosting.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want distribution.
Audioboom review

Choose Transistor if

  • You need unlimited podcasts.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want private podcasting.
Transistor review

Questions people ask

Is Audioboom or Transistor better?
Neither clearly leads. Audioboom starts at Free and Transistor at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Audioboom or Transistor?
Audioboom starts at Free and Transistor at Free.
Does Audioboom or Transistor run on more platforms?
Audioboom runs on Web, Ios, Android. Transistor runs on Web.
Can I use Audioboom for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Audioboom best used for?
Audioboom is most often used for audio publishing, podcast distribution, monetization. Of those, audio publishing and podcast distribution are not what Transistor is typically brought in for.
What can Audioboom do that Transistor cannot?
Audioboom covers Audio hosting, Distribution, Discovery platform, Monetization. Transistor covers Unlimited podcasts, Private podcasting, Advanced analytics, Team collaboration. Both handle Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Audioboom: What browsers are supported on AudioBoom?

AudioBoom requires modern browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. Older or alternative browser versions are not supported and may experience functionality issues.

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Transistor: Does Transistor offer a free trial?

Yes, Transistor offers a 14-day free trial.

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Audioboom: Why does AudioBoom not work with my ad blocker enabled?

AudioBoom has difficulty functioning with ad-blocking software enabled. Disabling ad blockers should resolve page load and functionality issues.

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Transistor: Can I save money by paying annually?

Yes, Transistor offers 12 months for the price of 10 when you pay yearly, representing a 17% discount.

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