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Audioboom vs Megaphone

Audioboom logo

Audioboom

Podcasting

Audio hosting and distribution platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Megaphone logo

Megaphone

Podcasting

Enterprise podcast hosting and monetization

From
$99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Audioboom has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Audioboom browser compatibility constraints; platform explicitly requires Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge; older browsers not supported; Megaphone there is no free tier; the entry Professional plan starts at $99 per month
  • They diverge on capability: Audioboom covers Audio hosting, Megaphone covers Enterprise hosting.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Audioboom and Megaphone actually diverge.

Attributes where Audioboom and Megaphone differ
AttributeAudioboomMegaphone
Starting priceFree$99/month
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidWeb
Founded20062015

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 Audioboom

  • Audio hosting
  • Distribution
  • Discovery platform
  • Monetization
  • Analytics
  • Sponsorship matching
  • Podcast platforms
  • Social media

Only in Megaphone

  • Enterprise hosting
  • Dynamic ad insertion
  • Targeted advertising
  • Advanced analytics
  • Network management
  • API access
  • Spotify
  • Advertising networks

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Audioboom

  • Audio publishingnot Megaphone
  • Podcast distributionnot Megaphone
  • Monetizationnot Megaphone

Megaphone

  • podcast hosting and distributionnot Audioboom
  • podcast analytics and monetizationnot Audioboom
  • creator monetization networksnot 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

Megaphone

  • There is no free tier; the entry Professional plan starts at $99 per month
  • The Enterprise plan is custom priced and requires requesting a quote
  • Access to the Megaphone API and the Metrics Export Service is Enterprise only
  • Live chat support on the Professional plan is limited to 4am to 9pm Monday to Friday Eastern Time
  • Monetisation runs through the Spotify Audience Network rather than an open marketplace

Pricing, plan by plan

Audioboom

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

Megaphone

$99/month
  • Professional$99/month
    • Hosting and distribution
    • Campaign management
    • Reporting and analytics
  • Enterprise$null/custom
    • All Professional features
    • Comprehensive monetization tools
    • API access

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 Megaphone if

  • You need enterprise hosting.
  • You also want dynamic ad insertion.
Megaphone review

Questions people ask

Is Audioboom or Megaphone better?
Neither clearly leads. Audioboom starts at Free and Megaphone at $99/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Audioboom or Megaphone?
Audioboom has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Audioboom and $99/month for Megaphone.
Does Audioboom or Megaphone run on more platforms?
Audioboom runs on Web, Ios, Android. Megaphone runs on Web.
Can I use Audioboom for free?
Yes. Audioboom has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Megaphone starts at $99/month.
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 Megaphone is typically brought in for.
What can Audioboom do that Megaphone cannot?
Audioboom covers Audio hosting, Distribution, Discovery platform, Monetization. Megaphone covers Enterprise hosting, Dynamic ad insertion, Targeted advertising, Advanced analytics. Both handle Web 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.

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Megaphone: How much does Megaphone (Spotify) cost?

Megaphone Professional plan costs USD 99/month and includes hosting, distribution, campaign management, analytics, and Spotify Audience Network monetization.

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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.

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Megaphone: Is there a free tier on Megaphone?

No, Megaphone does not offer a free plan; the Professional tier is the entry-level paid option at USD 99/month.

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Megaphone: What does Megaphone Enterprise include?

Megaphone Enterprise includes all Professional features plus comprehensive monetization tools and API access; pricing is custom and requires contacting sales.

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Megaphone: Who should use Megaphone Professional versus Enterprise?

Megaphone Professional suits individual podcasters; Enterprise is designed for large publishers, networks, and multi-show operations requiring advanced tools and custom integrations.

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