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Hindenburg Journalist vs Podcast Addict

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Hindenburg Journalist

Podcasting

Professional audio editing for storytellers

From
$12/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Podcast Addict logo

Podcast Addict

Podcasting

The most popular podcast app on Android

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Podcast Addict has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Hindenburg Journalist the perpetual licence page publishes no price; the amount is only shown once you reach the purchase step; Podcast Addict android-only, no iOS app available
  • They diverge on capability: Hindenburg Journalist covers Multi-track editing, Podcast Addict covers Podcast discovery.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Hindenburg Journalist and Podcast Addict actually diverge.

Attributes where Hindenburg Journalist and Podcast Addict differ
AttributeHindenburg JournalistPodcast Addict
Starting price$12/monthFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionfreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsMacos, WindowsAndroid
Founded20092011

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 Hindenburg Journalist

  • Multi-track editing
  • Automatic leveling
  • Voice profiler
  • Noise reduction
  • EQ and effects
  • Broadcast specs
  • Cloud storage
  • Publishing platforms

Only in Podcast Addict

  • Podcast discovery
  • Playlist management
  • Variable playback speed
  • Sleep timer
  • OPML import/export
  • Android Auto
  • Chromecast
  • Wear OS

What people use each for

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

Hindenburg Journalist

  • Editing spoken word audio for radio and podcast productionnot Podcast Addict
  • Multitrack assembly of interviews with automatic level adjustmentnot Podcast Addict
  • Transcribing interviews and editing audio from the transcript on subscription plansnot Podcast Addict

Podcast Addict

  • Podcast listeningnot Hindenburg Journalist
  • Podcast discoverynot Hindenburg Journalist
  • Offline playbacknot Hindenburg Journalist

Where each one falls short

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

Hindenburg Journalist

  • The perpetual licence page publishes no price; the amount is only shown once you reach the purchase step
  • Perpetual licences are sold to individuals only and are not available to companies or educational institutions
  • Transcription is not available at all on the perpetual licence beyond a 30 hour introductory allowance that expires after the first month, because the feature requires a monthly subscription
  • Subscription transcription is metered at 20 to 50 hours per month depending on tier

Podcast Addict

  • Android-only, no iOS app available
  • Free version displays ads from external networks that redirect away from the app
  • No cross-device synchronization or cloud backup of listening progress

Pricing, plan by plan

Hindenburg Journalist

$12/month
  • Journalist$12/month
    • Multi-track editing
    • Automatic leveling
    • Voice profiler
  • Pro$35/month
    • All Journalist features
    • Advanced plugins
    • Broadcast specs

Podcast Addict

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited podcasts
    • All features
    • Ad-supported
  • Premium$2.99/one-time
    • Ad-free experience
    • Support development
    • All features

Which should you pick?

Choose Hindenburg Journalist if

  • You need multi-track editing.
  • You work on Macos, Windows.
  • You also want automatic leveling.
Hindenburg Journalist review

Choose Podcast Addict if

  • You need podcast discovery.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Android.
  • You also want playlist management.
Podcast Addict review

Questions people ask

Is Hindenburg Journalist or Podcast Addict better?
Neither clearly leads. Hindenburg Journalist starts at $12/month and Podcast Addict at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Hindenburg Journalist or Podcast Addict?
Podcast Addict has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $12/month for Hindenburg Journalist and Free for Podcast Addict.
Does Hindenburg Journalist or Podcast Addict run on more platforms?
Hindenburg Journalist runs on Macos, Windows. Podcast Addict runs on Android.
Can I use Podcast Addict for free?
Yes. Podcast Addict has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Hindenburg Journalist starts at $12/month.
What is Hindenburg Journalist best used for?
Hindenburg Journalist is most often used for editing spoken word audio for radio and podcast production, multitrack assembly of interviews with automatic level adjustment, transcribing interviews and editing audio from the transcript on subscription plans. Of those, editing spoken word audio for radio and podcast production and multitrack assembly of interviews with automatic level adjustment are not what Podcast Addict is typically brought in for.
What can Hindenburg Journalist do that Podcast Addict cannot?
Hindenburg Journalist covers Multi-track editing, Automatic leveling, Voice profiler, Noise reduction. Podcast Addict covers Podcast discovery, Playlist management, Variable playback speed, Sleep timer.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Hindenburg Journalist: What does Hindenburg Journalist cost?

Specific pricing is not published on Hindenburg's website. The site mentions trial options and a licensing FAQ for customers, but actual rates are not displayed publicly. Users must contact the company or consult the licensing FAQ section.

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Podcast Addict: Is Podcast Addict available for iOS?

No. Podcast Addict is Android-exclusive and has no iOS version. Users with Apple devices must use alternatives like Apple Podcasts or PocketCasts.

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Podcast Addict: Does Podcast Addict work offline?

Yes. You can download episodes and listen to them without an internet connection. The app defaults to WiFi-only downloading to conserve data.

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Podcast Addict: Can I import my podcasts from another app?

Yes. Podcast Addict supports OPML file import, allowing you to easily transfer your podcast subscriptions from apps like iTunes or other podcast players.

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Podcast Addict: Is Podcast Addict completely free?

The free version is ad-supported with ads from external networks. A Premium tier is available for $0.99 per month or $9.99 per year to remove ads.

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Podcast Addict: What playback features does Podcast Addict offer?

Podcast Addict offers customizable playback speed (0.8X to 5.0X), volume boost, silence skipping, mono audio conversion, and individual podcast-level preferences.

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