Podcasting · head to head
Podcast Addict vs Podcorn
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Podcast Addict android-only, no iOS app available; Podcorn 10% service fee charged on successful podcast sponsorship campaigns
- They diverge on capability: Podcast Addict covers Podcast discovery, Podcorn covers Sponsor marketplace.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Podcast Addict and Podcorn actually diverge.
| Attribute | Podcast Addict | Podcorn |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | freemium | transaction |
| Platforms | Android | Web |
| Founded | 2011 | 2019 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 Podcast Addict
- Podcast discovery
- Playlist management
- Variable playback speed
- Sleep timer
- OPML import/export
- Android Auto
- Chromecast
- Wear OS
Only in Podcorn
- Sponsor marketplace
- Direct brand deals
- Rate setting
- Campaign management
- Payment processing
- Performance tracking
- Podcast hosts
- Payment processors
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Podcast Addict
- Podcast listeningnot Podcorn
- Podcast discoverynot Podcorn
- Offline playbacknot Podcorn
Podcorn
- Podcast monetizationnot Podcast Addict
- Sponsorship dealsnot Podcast Addict
- Native advertisingnot Podcast Addict
- Brand partnershipsnot Podcast Addict
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
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
Podcorn
- 10% service fee charged on successful podcast sponsorship campaigns
- Only charges on completed transactions, not upfront
Pricing, plan by plan
Podcast Addict
Free- FreeFree
- Unlimited podcasts
- All features
- Ad-supported
- Premium$2.99/one-time
- Ad-free experience
- Support development
- All features
Podcorn
Free- Free for PodcastersFree
- Create profile
- Browse opportunities
- Set your rates
Which should you pick?
Choose Podcast Addict if
- You need podcast discovery.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Android.
- You also want playlist management.
Choose Podcorn if
- You need sponsor marketplace.
- You want to start without paying.
- You also want direct brand deals.
Questions people ask
- Is Podcast Addict or Podcorn better?
- Neither clearly leads. Podcast Addict starts at Free and Podcorn at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Podcast Addict or Podcorn?
- Podcast Addict starts at Free and Podcorn at Free.
- Does Podcast Addict or Podcorn run on more platforms?
- Podcast Addict runs on Android. Podcorn runs on Web.
- Can I use Podcast Addict for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Podcast Addict best used for?
- Podcast Addict is most often used for podcast listening, podcast discovery, offline playback. Of those, podcast listening and podcast discovery are not what Podcorn is typically brought in for.
- What can Podcast Addict do that Podcorn cannot?
- Podcast Addict covers Podcast discovery, Playlist management, Variable playback speed, Sleep timer. Podcorn covers Sponsor marketplace, Direct brand deals, Rate setting, Campaign management.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
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.
SourcePodcorn: How much does Podcorn cost?
Podcorn is free to join with 0% signup fees for both podcasters and brands. The platform operates on a 10% service fee model charged only on successful campaigns when payment is received.
SourcePodcast 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.
SourcePodcorn: How does Podcorn's pricing model work?
Podcorn charges a 10% service fee for podcasters when they receive payment for sponsorships and a 10% fee for brands when their content is approved. There are no upfront costs, and fees are only charged for successful campaigns.
SourcePodcast 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.
SourcePodcorn: Are there any commitments or contracts required on Podcorn?
No, podcasters on Podcorn have no exclusivities or long-term commitments required. Brands can control costs by setting their own sponsorship budgets.
SourcePodcast 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.
SourcePodcast 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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