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Podcast Addict vs Podomatic

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Podcast Addict

Podcasting

The most popular podcast app on Android

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Podomatic

Podcasting

Simple podcast creation and hosting

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Podcast Addict android-only, no iOS app available; Podomatic free plan caps storage at 500MB and bandwidth at 15GB per month, which Podomatic equates to roughly 300 listens
  • They diverge on capability: Podcast Addict covers Podcast discovery, Podomatic covers Podcast hosting.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Podcast Addict and Podomatic actually diverge.

Attributes where Podcast Addict and Podomatic differ
AttributePodcast AddictPodomatic
PlatformsAndroidWeb
Founded20112005

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (freemium), 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 Podomatic

  • Podcast hosting
  • Distribution
  • Built-in recording
  • Audio editing
  • Podcast website
  • RSS feed
  • Podcast platforms
  • Social media

What people use each for

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

Podcast Addict

  • Podcast listeningnot Podomatic
  • Podcast discoverynot Podomatic
  • Offline playbacknot Podomatic

Podomatic

  • Hosting and publishing a podcast with a ready made listener pagenot Podcast Addict
  • Starting a podcast on a free tier before paying for bandwidthnot Podcast Addict
  • Serving audio downloads to a growing audience on metered bandwidth plansnot 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

Podomatic

  • Free plan caps storage at 500MB and bandwidth at 15GB per month, which Podomatic equates to roughly 300 listens
  • Pro Plus at $9.99 per month caps storage at 3GB and bandwidth at 200GB per month
  • Pro Platinum at $24.99 per month still caps bandwidth at 500GB per month
  • Unlimited storage and bandwidth require the $49.99 per month Broadcaster plan
  • Billing is metered on listener bandwidth, so a popular episode consumes the monthly allowance regardless of how few files are stored

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

Podomatic

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Podcast hosting
    • Basic distribution
    • Audio player

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.
Podcast Addict review

Choose Podomatic if

  • You need podcast hosting.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want distribution.
Podomatic review

Questions people ask

Is Podcast Addict or Podomatic better?
Neither clearly leads. Podcast Addict starts at Free and Podomatic at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Podcast Addict or Podomatic?
Podcast Addict starts at Free and Podomatic at Free.
Does Podcast Addict or Podomatic run on more platforms?
Podcast Addict runs on Android. Podomatic 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 Podomatic is typically brought in for.
What can Podcast Addict do that Podomatic cannot?
Podcast Addict covers Podcast discovery, Playlist management, Variable playback speed, Sleep timer. Podomatic covers Podcast hosting, Distribution, Built-in recording, Audio editing.

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.

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Podomatic: What does Podomatic's free plan include?

The free plan includes 500 MB storage (up to 6 hours of recording), first 20 episodes, and 15 GB bandwidth per month. Source: https://www.podomatic.com

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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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Podomatic: How much do Podomatic's PRO plans cost?

Podomatic mentions PRO plans starting at $9.99 but does not publish specific pricing tiers or features for paid plans on their main website. Source: https://www.podomatic.com

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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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Podomatic: Can I use Podomatic free forever?

Yes, Podomatic emphasizes free podcast hosting forever, though paid premium options exist for expanded capacity at undisclosed rates. Source: https://www.podomatic.com

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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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