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Captivate vs Cleanfeed

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Captivate

Podcasting

Smart podcast hosting with AI insights

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Cleanfeed

Podcasting

Cloud-based audio recording and calling

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Captivate tiers are download ceilings and nothing else: 30,000 a month on Personal, 150,000 on Professional and 300,000 on Business; Cleanfeed the free Lite plan is limited to 2 guests and 1 local audio source
  • They diverge on capability: Captivate covers Unlimited hosting, Cleanfeed covers Browser-based recording.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Captivate and Cleanfeed actually diverge.

Attributes where Captivate and Cleanfeed differ
AttributeCaptivateCleanfeed
Pricing modelsubscriptionfreemium
Founded20162015

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web), 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 Captivate

  • Unlimited hosting
  • AI analytics
  • Smart recommendations
  • Distribution
  • Monetization
  • Audience insights
  • All podcast platforms
  • Social media

Only in Cleanfeed

  • Browser-based recording
  • Local recording
  • Separate tracks
  • Lossless quality
  • Cloud backup
  • Easy sharing
  • Dropbox
  • Google Drive

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Captivate

  • Podcast hosting with unlimited shows on any tiernot Cleanfeed
  • Distribution to the major podcast directoriesnot Cleanfeed
  • Audience analytics by episode and platformnot Cleanfeed
  • Running several podcasts under one subscriptionnot Cleanfeed

Cleanfeed

  • Recording remote interviews in the browser at broadcast audio qualitynot Captivate
  • Capturing isolated multitrack recordings of each remote guestnot Captivate
  • Live radio and broadcast contribution links between studiosnot Captivate

Where each one falls short

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

Captivate

  • Tiers are download ceilings and nothing else: 30,000 a month on Personal, 150,000 on Professional and 300,000 on Business
  • A show that exceeds its allowance for two consecutive months is expected to move up a tier
  • Above 300,000 downloads a month the plan is quote-only
  • Prices are quoted in euros at the yearly rate

Cleanfeed

  • The free Lite plan is limited to 2 guests and 1 local audio source
  • Remote audio on the free Lite plan is mono; stereo requires Pro
  • Multitrack recording with an isolated track per guest is a Pro only feature
  • Audio repair modes, markers, clip playback and privacy controls are Pro only
  • Business Pro seats are priced higher than individual seats for identical features
  • The Cinema tier for video is $2,500 per year for the first seat, with extra seats charged separately

Pricing, plan by plan

Captivate

Free
  • Personal$17/month
    • up to 30,000 downloads/month
  • Professional$44/month
    • up to 150,000 downloads/month
  • Business$90/month
    • up to 300,000 downloads/month

Cleanfeed

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 30 min sessions
    • Local recording
    • 2 participants
  • Standard$15/month
    • Unlimited sessions
    • Separate tracks
    • 4 participants

Which should you pick?

Choose Captivate if

  • You need unlimited hosting.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want ai analytics.
Captivate review

Choose Cleanfeed if

  • You need browser-based recording.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want local recording.
Cleanfeed review

Questions people ask

Is Captivate or Cleanfeed better?
Neither clearly leads. Captivate starts at Free and Cleanfeed at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Captivate or Cleanfeed?
Captivate starts at Free and Cleanfeed at Free.
Does Captivate or Cleanfeed run on more platforms?
Both run on Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use Captivate for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Captivate best used for?
Captivate is most often used for podcast hosting with unlimited shows on any tier, distribution to the major podcast directories, audience analytics by episode and platform, running several podcasts under one subscription. Of those, podcast hosting with unlimited shows on any tier and distribution to the major podcast directories are not what Cleanfeed is typically brought in for.
What can Captivate do that Cleanfeed cannot?
Captivate covers Unlimited hosting, AI analytics, Smart recommendations, Distribution. Cleanfeed covers Browser-based recording, Local recording, Separate tracks, Lossless quality. Both handle Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Captivate: How much does Captivate cost?

Captivate pricing starts at EUR 17/month for the Personal plan (annual billing). Professional is EUR 44/month and Business is EUR 90/month, with higher monthly rates on monthly billing plans.

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Cleanfeed: Can I use the free Cleanfeed Lite plan for commercial projects?

Yes, Cleanfeed Lite is free and explicitly includes commercial use rights.

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Captivate: Is there a free trial for Captivate?

Yes, all Captivate plans include a 30-day free trial with access to all features; no credit card required to start.

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Cleanfeed: How many guests can join a recording on Cleanfeed Lite versus Pro?

Cleanfeed Lite allows up to 2 guests, while Cleanfeed Pro supports up to 32 guests with multitrack recording capabilities.

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Captivate: What happens if I exceed my Captivate download limit?

Captivate will notify you after a second consecutive month over your limit; no overage fees apply if you temporarily exceed the monthly allowance.

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Cleanfeed: What is the cost difference between Cleanfeed Pro for individual and business use?

Cleanfeed Pro individual plan is $12/month USD, while the business plan is $36/month USD. Both offer the same features but business plans include higher support priority.

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Captivate: Are podcasts and storage unlimited on all Captivate plans?

Yes, unlimited podcasts and storage are included across the Personal, Professional, and Business tiers; limits are only on monthly downloads.

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Cleanfeed: Does Cleanfeed offer a discount for annual commitment?

Yes, choosing yearly renewal provides an additional 20% discount on Cleanfeed Pro pricing.

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Cleanfeed: What subsidized pricing options does Cleanfeed offer?

Cleanfeed offers reduced rates for personal use (under $5,000 annual commercial activity), registered charities and non-profits, and educational institutions.

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