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Alitu vs Blubrry

Alitu logo

Alitu

Podcasting

The podcast maker that does the hard work for you

From
$38/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Blubrry logo

Blubrry

Podcasting

Podcast hosting with advanced analytics and tools

From
$12/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Alitu the included hosting covers 1,000 downloads a month, and more costs $10 a month for up to 10,000; Blubrry entry plan at $7 per month allows only 1.5 hours of new audio published per month
  • They diverge on capability: Alitu covers Auto audio cleanup, Blubrry covers Unlimited hosting.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Alitu and Blubrry actually diverge.

Attributes where Alitu and Blubrry differ
AttributeAlituBlubrry
Starting price$38/month$12/month
PlatformsWebWeb, Wordpress
Founded20192005

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), 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 Alitu

  • Auto audio cleanup
  • Music and transitions
  • Episode builder
  • Direct publishing
  • Recording tools
  • Transcription
  • Buzzsprout
  • Libsyn

Only in Blubrry

  • Unlimited hosting
  • Distribution
  • Advanced analytics
  • WordPress plugin
  • Monetization
  • Detailed stats
  • WordPress
  • All podcast platforms

Both cover

  • Privacy controls
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Alitu

  • Recording and cleaning up podcast audio without an editing backgroundnot Blubrry
  • Automatic noise removal, EQ and levellingnot Blubrry
  • Podcast hosting and a show website in one placenot Blubrry
  • Transcription and AI show notesnot Blubrry
  • Producing an episode from raw recordings in one toolnot Blubrry

Blubrry

  • Hosting a podcast with a managed WordPress site includednot Alitu
  • Publishing to podcast directories with IAB compliant statisticsnot Alitu
  • Running programmatic and dynamically inserted podcast advertising at the Professional tiernot Alitu

Where each one falls short

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

Alitu

  • The included hosting covers 1,000 downloads a month, and more costs $10 a month for up to 10,000
  • A second show is charged, at $63 a month for two against $38 for one
  • The advertised $32 a month is the annual rate
  • The professional editing service is a separate product starting at $295 a month
  • There is no free tier, only a 7 day trial

Blubrry

  • Entry plan at $7 per month allows only 1.5 hours of new audio published per month
  • Advanced podcast statistics require the $25 per month Advanced 6 plan; cheaper plans get standard statistics only
  • Monetization features are restricted to the Advanced plans
  • Dynamic ad insertion, programmatic advertising, unlimited shows and sub-accounts sit on a Professional tier with no published price
  • Publishing allowance is measured in hours of audio per month, so a long-form show hits the cap quickly

Pricing, plan by plan

Alitu

$38/month
  • Monthly$38/month
    • Unlimited podcasts
    • Auto audio cleanup
    • Music library
  • Annual$32/month
    • All monthly features
    • 2 months free
    • Priority support

Blubrry

$12/month
  • Basic$12/month
    • Unlimited hosting
    • Distribution
    • Analytics
  • Advanced$20/month
    • All Basic features
    • Advanced analytics
    • Monetization tools

Which should you pick?

Choose Alitu if

  • You need auto audio cleanup.
  • You also want music and transitions.
Alitu review

Choose Blubrry if

  • You need unlimited hosting.
  • You work on Web, Wordpress.
  • You also want distribution.
Blubrry review

Questions people ask

Is Alitu or Blubrry better?
Neither clearly leads. Alitu starts at $38/month and Blubrry at $12/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Alitu or Blubrry?
Alitu starts at $38/month and Blubrry at $12/month.
Does Alitu or Blubrry run on more platforms?
Alitu runs on Web. Blubrry runs on Web, Wordpress.
What is Alitu best used for?
Alitu is most often used for recording and cleaning up podcast audio without an editing background, automatic noise removal, eq and levelling, podcast hosting and a show website in one place, transcription and ai show notes. Of those, recording and cleaning up podcast audio without an editing background and automatic noise removal, eq and levelling are not what Blubrry is typically brought in for.
What can Alitu do that Blubrry cannot?
Alitu covers Auto audio cleanup, Music and transitions, Episode builder, Direct publishing. Blubrry covers Unlimited hosting, Distribution, Advanced analytics, WordPress plugin. Both handle Privacy controls, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Alitu: Can I use the free tier for commercial podcasts?

The free tier supports up to 1,000 downloads per month. If your podcast exceeds this limit, you will need to upgrade to the $10/month plan which supports up to 10,000 downloads per month. The page does not specify whether free tier usage restrictions apply differently to commercial vs. personal use.

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Blubrry: What are the monthly hosting plan costs?

Hosting plans range from Standard 1.5 at $7/month to Pro Unlimited starting at $100/month. The main difference is monthly publishing hours: 1.5, 3, 6, 12, 25, or unlimited.

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Alitu: What happens if I cancel after the trial?

Alitu offers a 7-day free trial with full feature access, followed by a 30-day money-back guarantee after your first charge. You can cancel anytime with two clicks without contacting customer service, and you can pause your subscription for up to 3 months.

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Blubrry: How much do I save with annual billing?

Annual subscribers save 10% off the monthly price, though specific annual rates are not detailed on the pricing page.

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Alitu: Are there any long-term contracts or minimum commitments?

No. Alitu does not require long-term contracts. You can cancel anytime and pause your subscription for up to 3 months if needed.

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Blubrry: Can I change my plan anytime?

Yes, you can upgrade or downgrade your plan anytime as your needs change. There are no long-term commitments required.

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Alitu: What counts toward download limits on paid plans?

The paid $10/month tier supports up to 10,000 downloads per month. The page does not clarify what counts as a download or whether there are overage fees beyond the included quota.

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Blubrry: Is there a cost for statistics tracking?

Free statistics tracking is available without hosting. Standard Statistics costs $5/month, but Advanced Statistics is included with Advanced hosting plans.

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Blubrry: Can I start hosting for free?

Yes, Blubrry offers free statistics and free hosting options to start, though publishing is limited and you can upgrade to a paid hosting plan when needed.

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