Software · head to head
Buzzsprout vs Crunchyroll
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Buzzsprout upload hours do not carry over monthly; unused allocation lost; Crunchyroll the App Store listing states Crunchyroll allows streaming on up to six devices simultaneously, and separately notes the annual plan is cheaper than paying monthly.
- They diverge on capability: Buzzsprout covers Audio optimization, Crunchyroll covers Anime streaming.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Buzzsprout and Crunchyroll actually diverge.
| Attribute | Buzzsprout | Crunchyroll |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Web, Mobile | Web, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles |
| Founded | 2009 | 2006 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (freemium), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
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 Buzzsprout
- Audio optimization
- Automatic distribution
- Episode transcription
- Custom podcast website
- Analytics dashboard
- Magic Mastering
- Apple Podcasts
- Spotify
Only in Crunchyroll
- Anime streaming
- Simulcasts
- Manga
- Games
- Smart TVs
- Gaming consoles
- Parental controls
- Profile management
Both cover
- Web support
- Ios support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Buzzsprout
- Podcast hostingnot Crunchyroll
- Audio and video podcast distributionnot Crunchyroll
- Transcription and show notes generationnot Crunchyroll
- Podcast analytics and monetisationnot Crunchyroll
Crunchyroll
- Anime watchingnot Buzzsprout
- Manga readingnot Buzzsprout
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Buzzsprout
- Upload hours do not carry over monthly; unused allocation lost
- Overage charges apply at plan rate for additional uploads
Crunchyroll
- The App Store listing states Crunchyroll allows streaming on up to six devices simultaneously, and separately notes the annual plan is cheaper than paying monthly.
Pricing, plan by plan
Buzzsprout
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Buzzsprout review.
Crunchyroll
Free- FreeFree
- Limited anime
- Ads
- Fan$7.99/month
- Ad-free
- Simulcasts
- Mega Fan$9.99/month
- Offline viewing
- 4 streams
Which should you pick?
Choose Buzzsprout if
- You need audio optimization.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Mobile.
- You also want automatic distribution.
Choose Crunchyroll if
- You need anime streaming.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles.
- You also want simulcasts.
Questions people ask
- Is Buzzsprout or Crunchyroll better?
- Neither clearly leads. Buzzsprout starts at Free and Crunchyroll at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Buzzsprout or Crunchyroll?
- Buzzsprout starts at Free and Crunchyroll at Free.
- Does Buzzsprout or Crunchyroll run on more platforms?
- Buzzsprout runs on Web, Mobile. Crunchyroll runs on Web, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles.
- Can I use Buzzsprout for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Buzzsprout best used for?
- Buzzsprout is most often used for podcast hosting, audio and video podcast distribution, transcription and show notes generation, podcast analytics and monetisation. Of those, podcast hosting and audio and video podcast distribution are not what Crunchyroll is typically brought in for.
- What can Buzzsprout do that Crunchyroll cannot?
- Buzzsprout covers Audio optimization, Automatic distribution, Episode transcription, Custom podcast website. Crunchyroll covers Anime streaming, Simulcasts, Manga, Games. Both handle Web support, Ios support, Android support.
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