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Blubrry vs SoundCloud

Blubrry logo

Blubrry

Podcasting

Podcast hosting with advanced analytics and tools

From
$12/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
SoundCloud logo

SoundCloud

Podcasting

Discover, stream, and share music

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only SoundCloud has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Blubrry entry plan at $7 per month allows only 1.5 hours of new audio published per month; SoundCloud the free tier plays tracks with ads
  • They diverge on capability: Blubrry covers Unlimited hosting, SoundCloud covers Audio streaming.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Blubrry and SoundCloud actually diverge.

Attributes where Blubrry and SoundCloud differ
AttributeBlubrrySoundCloud
Starting price$12/monthFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionfreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, WordpressWeb, Ios, Android, Desktop
Founded20052007

Identical on both: 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 Blubrry

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

Only in SoundCloud

  • Audio streaming
  • Uploads
  • Discovery
  • Sharing
  • Social media
  • DJ software
  • Privacy settings
  • Ios support

Both cover

  • Content protection
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Blubrry

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

SoundCloud

  • Discovering tracks from emerging and independent artistsnot Blubrry
  • Uploading your own music to reach listeners directlynot Blubrry
  • Offline listening and ad-free playback on a paid tiernot Blubrry

Where each one falls short

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

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

SoundCloud

  • The free tier plays tracks with ads
  • Offline saving of tracks requires a SoundCloud Go or Go+ subscription
  • Premium Go+ tracks are locked behind the higher Go+ tier, so SoundCloud Go alone does not unlock the full catalogue
  • Exclusive DJ app integrations require Go+
  • The app is available in only eight languages: English, Brazilian Portuguese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Arabic
  • The iOS app requires iOS 16.4 or later

Pricing, plan by plan

Blubrry

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

SoundCloud

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Limited uploads
    • Ads
  • Go$5.99/month
    • Ad-free
    • Offline
  • Go+$12.99/month
    • Full catalog
    • HQ audio

Which should you pick?

Choose Blubrry if

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

Choose SoundCloud if

  • You need audio streaming.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Desktop.
  • You also want uploads.
SoundCloud review

Questions people ask

Is Blubrry or SoundCloud better?
Neither clearly leads. Blubrry starts at $12/month and SoundCloud at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Blubrry or SoundCloud?
SoundCloud has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $12/month for Blubrry and Free for SoundCloud.
Does Blubrry or SoundCloud run on more platforms?
Blubrry runs on Web, Wordpress. SoundCloud runs on Web, Ios, Android, Desktop.
Can I use SoundCloud for free?
Yes. SoundCloud has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Blubrry starts at $12/month.
What is Blubrry best used for?
Blubrry is most often used for hosting a podcast with a managed wordpress site included, publishing to podcast directories with iab compliant statistics, running programmatic and dynamically inserted podcast advertising at the professional tier. Of those, hosting a podcast with a managed wordpress site included and publishing to podcast directories with iab compliant statistics are not what SoundCloud is typically brought in for.
What can Blubrry do that SoundCloud cannot?
Blubrry covers Unlimited hosting, Distribution, Advanced analytics, WordPress plugin. SoundCloud covers Audio streaming, Uploads, Discovery, Sharing. Both handle Content protection, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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SoundCloud: What are the differences between SoundCloud's Artist and Artist Pro plans for creators?

Artist is $3.25/month with 3-hour uploads and 2x boosts per month. Artist Pro is $8.25/month with unlimited uploads and unlimited boosts, plus more frequent AI mastering.

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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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SoundCloud: Do SoundCloud's Go and Go+ listener plans include trials?

Yes. SoundCloud Go includes a free 7-day trial. SoundCloud Go+ and the student version both include free 30-day trials.

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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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SoundCloud: What is the difference between SoundCloud Go and Go+?

Both are ad-free with unlimited offline saves. Go+ costs $10.99/month and adds DJ app mixing capability plus artist support, compared to Go at $4.99/month.

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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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SoundCloud: Is there a discounted SoundCloud plan for students?

Yes. Student Go+ is $5.49/month (50% discount on the regular $10.99/month Go+ plan) and requires university verification.

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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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