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Alitu vs Castos

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Alitu

Podcasting

The podcast maker that does the hard work for you

From
$38/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Castos logo

Castos

Podcasting

Simple podcast hosting for WordPress sites

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Castos has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • 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; Castos transcripts are metered by tier, at 10 a month on Essentials and 100 on Pro
  • They diverge on capability: Alitu covers Auto audio cleanup, Castos covers Unlimited hosting.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Alitu and Castos actually diverge.

Attributes where Alitu and Castos differ
AttributeAlituCastos
Starting price$38/monthFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWebWeb, Wordpress
Founded20192016

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), 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 Castos

  • Unlimited hosting
  • WordPress integration
  • Distribution
  • Analytics
  • Monetization
  • Email marketing
  • WordPress
  • All podcast platforms

Both cover

  • 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 Castos
  • Automatic noise removal, EQ and levellingnot Castos
  • Podcast hosting and a show website in one placenot Castos
  • Transcription and AI show notesnot Castos
  • Producing an episode from raw recordings in one toolnot Castos

Castos

  • Podcast hosting with unlimited episodes and downloadsnot Alitu
  • Private and subscriber-only podcastsnot Alitu
  • Automatic transcription of episodesnot Alitu
  • Republishing episodes to YouTubenot Alitu
  • WordPress-integrated podcast publishingnot 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

Castos

  • Transcripts are metered by tier, at 10 a month on Essentials and 100 on Pro
  • Private podcast subscribers are capped, at 100 on Essentials and 500 on Pro
  • Video hosting and the uptime SLA require the Pro tier at $99 a month
  • SSO and a dedicated account manager are Premium only, from $499 a month
  • Team seats are limited by tier, at 5 on Growth and 10 on Pro

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

Castos

Free
  • Essentials$19/month
    • unlimited podcasts/episodes
    • 10 transcripts/month
  • Growth$49/month
    • advanced analytics
    • 25 transcripts/month
  • Pro$99/month
    • video hosting
    • 100 transcripts/month
  • Premium$499/month
    • unlimited transcripts
    • dedicated account management

Which should you pick?

Choose Alitu if

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

Choose Castos if

  • You need unlimited hosting.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Wordpress.
  • You also want wordpress integration.
Castos review

Questions people ask

Is Alitu or Castos better?
Neither clearly leads. Alitu starts at $38/month and Castos at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Alitu or Castos?
Castos has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $38/month for Alitu and Free for Castos.
Does Alitu or Castos run on more platforms?
Alitu runs on Web. Castos runs on Web, Wordpress.
Can I use Castos for free?
Yes. Castos has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Alitu starts at $38/month.
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 Castos is typically brought in for.
What can Alitu do that Castos cannot?
Alitu covers Auto audio cleanup, Music and transitions, Episode builder, Direct publishing. Castos covers Unlimited hosting, WordPress integration, Distribution, Analytics. Both handle 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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Castos: How much does Castos cost?

Castos plans range from USD 19/month for Essentials to USD 499+/month for Premium, with annual billing offering 2 months free discount.

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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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Castos: Is there a free trial for Castos?

Yes, Castos offers a 14-day free trial on the Essentials plan with no credit card required to get started.

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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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Castos: How many transcripts are included per plan?

Essentials includes 10 transcripts/month, Growth includes 25, Pro includes 100, and Premium includes unlimited transcripts.

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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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Castos: What are Castos add-ons and how much do they cost?

Add-ons include AI Assistant at USD 10/month and extra private subscribers at USD 50/month per 500 additional subscribers.

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