Softwr

Podcasting · head to head

Audioboom vs Buzzsprout

Audioboom logo

Audioboom

Podcasting

Audio hosting and distribution platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Buzzsprout logo

Buzzsprout

Podcasting

Simple and powerful podcast hosting made easy

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; Buzzsprout upload hours do not roll over monthly; overage fees apply at hourly rates
  • They diverge on capability: Audioboom covers Audio hosting, Buzzsprout covers Audio optimization.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Audioboom and Buzzsprout actually diverge.

Attributes where Audioboom and Buzzsprout differ
AttributeAudioboomBuzzsprout
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidWeb, Mobile
Founded20062009

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
  • Email services

Only in Buzzsprout

  • Audio optimization
  • Automatic distribution
  • Episode transcription
  • Custom podcast website
  • Analytics dashboard
  • Magic Mastering
  • Apple Podcasts
  • Spotify

Both cover

  • Social media
  • Privacy controls
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Audioboom

  • Audio publishingnot Buzzsprout
  • Podcast distributionnot Buzzsprout
  • Monetizationnot Buzzsprout

Buzzsprout

  • Podcast hostingnot Audioboom
  • Audio and video podcast distributionnot Audioboom
  • Transcription and show notes generationnot Audioboom
  • Podcast analytics and monetisationnot 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

Buzzsprout

  • Upload hours do not roll over monthly; overage fees apply at hourly rates
  • Free tier limited to 2 hours monthly uploads
  • Video features only on paid tiers, minimum $25/month

Pricing, plan by plan

Audioboom

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

Buzzsprout

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 2 hours monthly uploads
    • 90-day episode hosting
    • No video distribution
  • Audio Podcast$15/month
    • 72 hours annual uploads
    • Unlimited episodes
    • Single podcast
  • Audio + Video$25/month
    • 72 hours annual uploads
    • Video publishing to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube
    • 1080p video quality
  • Multi-Podcast$30/month
    • 180 hours annual uploads
    • 5-10 podcasts
    • Audio, video, or mixed media

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 Buzzsprout if

  • You need audio optimization.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Mobile.
  • You also want automatic distribution.
Buzzsprout review

Questions people ask

Is Audioboom or Buzzsprout better?
Neither clearly leads. Audioboom starts at Free and Buzzsprout at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Audioboom or Buzzsprout?
Audioboom starts at Free and Buzzsprout at Free.
Does Audioboom or Buzzsprout run on more platforms?
Audioboom runs on Web, Ios, Android. Buzzsprout runs on Web, Mobile.
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 Buzzsprout is typically brought in for.
What can Audioboom do that Buzzsprout cannot?
Audioboom covers Audio hosting, Distribution, Discovery platform, Monetization. Buzzsprout covers Audio optimization, Automatic distribution, Episode transcription, Custom podcast website. Both handle Social media, Privacy controls, Web support, Ios 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.

Source
Buzzsprout: Does Buzzsprout offer a free tier?

Yes, Buzzsprout's free plan includes 2 hours of monthly uploads with 90-day episode hosting. Video distribution and advanced features require a paid subscription starting at $15/month.

Source
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.

Source
Buzzsprout: What happens if I exceed my monthly upload limit?

Upload hours do not roll over each month. If you exceed your plan's upload allocation, overage fees apply at hourly rates.

Source
Buzzsprout: How many podcasts can I host on different plans?

The Free and Audio Podcast plans support a single podcast. The Multi-Podcast plan at $30/month supports 5-10 podcasts depending on configuration.

Source
Buzzsprout: Is video publishing included on all paid plans?

No. Video publishing to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube (1080p) requires the Audio + Video plan at $25/month or higher.

Source
Share

Related pages

More on Audioboom

More on Buzzsprout

Keep looking

Other head to heads