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Mixcloud vs Sendible

Mixcloud logo

Mixcloud

Music

The home of audio culture

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Sendible logo

Sendible

Social Media

Social media management platform built for agencies managing multiple client accounts

From
$1/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Mixcloud has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Mixcloud the free Basic tier is limited to 10 show uploads and 10 track uploads; Sendible advertised starting prices per workspace understate typical cost, since real usage across multiple profiles quickly pushes buyers into higher tiers.
  • They diverge on capability: Mixcloud covers DJ mixes, Sendible covers Workspaces.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Mixcloud and Sendible actually diverge.

Attributes where Mixcloud and Sendible differ
AttributeMixcloudSendible
Starting priceFree$1/month
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
Free tierYesNo
CategoryMusicSocial Media
Founded2007Unknown

Identical on both: platforms (Web, Ios, Android), user rating (Not yet rated).

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 Mixcloud

  • DJ mixes
  • Podcasts
  • Radio shows
  • Streaming
  • Artist tools
  • Social media
  • Payment systems
  • Creator controls

Only in Sendible

  • Workspaces
  • Assignment and approvals
  • Custom branded reports
  • Bulk scheduling
  • Unlimited users
  • Content libraries

What people use each for

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

Mixcloud

  • Hosting DJ mixes and radio shows on a licensed platform that pays artist royaltiesnot Sendible
  • Live streaming DJ sets without copyright takedownsnot Sendible
  • Earning from listeners through tips and subscriptionsnot Sendible

Sendible

  • Agencies managing many client social accounts in one platformnot Mixcloud
  • Teams needing approval workflows before posts go livenot Mixcloud
  • Producing white-labeled reports for clientsnot Mixcloud
  • Bulk-scheduling large volumes of posts with dynamic fieldsnot Mixcloud

Where each one falls short

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

Mixcloud

  • The free Basic tier is limited to 10 show uploads and 10 track uploads
  • Unlimited uploads, private uploads, scheduling uploads, disabling comments and hiding play counts all require Pro
  • Live streaming video and audio requires Pro; the Basic tier cannot live stream
  • Monetization through Tips and Subscriptions is Pro only
  • Listener insights, tagging hosts and embedding a show player on your own site are Pro only
  • Basic audio uploads are capped at 64kbps AAC+, with 160kbps Opus HQ audio reserved for Pro
  • Free listening includes ads and offline listening requires the separate Premium for listeners subscription
  • The brand and radio station commercial packages start at $3,000 per month

Sendible

  • Advertised starting prices per workspace understate typical cost, since real usage across multiple profiles quickly pushes buyers into higher tiers.
  • Assignment and approval workflows are withheld from the entry-level Core plan, limiting it to solo or unmanaged use.
  • Custom branded client reports require at least the Premium tier, adding cost for agencies that need white-labeling early.

Pricing, plan by plan

Mixcloud

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Basic streaming access
  • Premium for Listeners$7.99/month
    • Unlimited replays
    • Offline listening and downloads
    • No ads
  • Pro for Creators$11.25/month
    • Unlimited show uploads
    • Live streaming without takedowns
    • High-quality audio enhancement

Sendible

$1/month
  • Core$1/month
    • 1 workspace
    • 6 profiles
    • Unlimited users
  • Plus$3/month
    • 3 workspaces
    • 18 profiles
    • Assignment & approvals
  • Premium$7/month
    • 7 workspaces
    • 42 profiles
    • Content libraries
  • Elite$15/month
    • 15 workspaces
    • 90 profiles
    • Bulk posting dynamic fields

Which should you pick?

Choose Mixcloud if

  • You need dj mixes.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want podcasts.
Mixcloud review

Choose Sendible if

  • You need workspaces.
  • You work on web, ios, android.
  • You also want assignment and approvals.
Sendible review

Questions people ask

Is Mixcloud or Sendible better?
Neither clearly leads. Mixcloud starts at Free and Sendible at $1/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Mixcloud or Sendible?
Mixcloud has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Mixcloud and $1/month for Sendible.
Does Mixcloud or Sendible run on more platforms?
Mixcloud runs on Web, Ios, Android. Sendible runs on web, ios, android.
Can I use Mixcloud for free?
Yes. Mixcloud has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Sendible starts at $1/month.
What is Mixcloud best used for?
Mixcloud is most often used for hosting dj mixes and radio shows on a licensed platform that pays artist royalties, live streaming dj sets without copyright takedowns, earning from listeners through tips and subscriptions. Of those, hosting dj mixes and radio shows on a licensed platform that pays artist royalties and live streaming dj sets without copyright takedowns are not what Sendible is typically brought in for.
What can Mixcloud do that Sendible cannot?
Mixcloud covers DJ mixes, Podcasts, Radio shows, Streaming. Sendible covers Workspaces, Assignment and approvals, Custom branded reports, Bulk scheduling.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Mixcloud: What does Mixcloud Premium for Listeners include?

Mixcloud Premium for Listeners costs $7.99/month and includes unlimited replays, offline listening with downloads, ad-free streaming, and upfront tracklists showing all songs from the start.

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Sendible: What does Sendible cost?

Plans start at Core for $1 per workspace/month, rising through Plus, Premium, and Elite, up to Enterprise at $50 per workspace/month, each unlocking more workspaces and profiles.

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Mixcloud: How much is Mixcloud Pro for Creators?

Mixcloud Pro for Creators costs $11.25/month when paid annually and allows unlimited show uploads, live streaming without takedowns, high-quality audio, monetization features, and detailed analytics.

Source
Sendible: Is there a free trial?

Sendible offers a 14-day free trial with no card required and no contract commitment.

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Sendible: How many users are included?

Every plan, from Core through Enterprise, includes unlimited users regardless of workspace or profile count.

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Sendible: What networks does Sendible support?

Sendible supports Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, Google My Business, YouTube, Threads, and Bluesky across its plans.

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