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Podcast Addict vs RedCircle

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Podcast Addict

Podcasting

The most popular podcast app on Android

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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RedCircle

Podcasting

Free podcast hosting with sponsorship opportunities

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Podcast Addict android-only, no iOS app available; RedCircle the free Core plan is limited to 1 podcast; unlimited podcasts require the Growth plan at $14.99 per month
  • They diverge on capability: Podcast Addict covers Podcast discovery, RedCircle covers Unlimited hosting.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Podcast Addict and RedCircle differ
AttributePodcast AddictRedCircle
Pricing modelfreemiumfree
PlatformsAndroidWeb, Ios, Android
Founded20112015

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 RedCircle

  • Unlimited hosting
  • Distribution
  • Sponsorship marketplace
  • Analytics
  • Podcast website
  • Monetization
  • All podcast platforms
  • Social media

Both cover

  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Podcast Addict

  • Podcast listeningnot RedCircle
  • Podcast discoverynot RedCircle
  • Offline playbacknot RedCircle

RedCircle

  • Hosting and distributing podcasts with unlimited storage and downloadsnot Podcast Addict
  • Monetising a podcast through host-read and programmatic ad marketplacesnot Podcast Addict
  • Selling paid subscriptions and exclusive episodesnot 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

RedCircle

  • The free Core plan is limited to 1 podcast; unlimited podcasts require the Growth plan at $14.99 per month
  • The free Core plan caps AI transcripts at 5 per month
  • The Core plan podcast webpage carries a Related Shows section that cannot be removed
  • Support on the Core plan is standard with a 72 hour response; 48 hour Advanced support starts on Growth
  • Team seats are not available on Core or Growth; Pro at $29.99 per month includes 5 seats and unlimited seats require Enterprise at $99.99 per month
  • Video file upload to episodes and one-click YouTube distribution require the Pro plan
  • Running your own ads and tracking URLs require the Pro plan
  • A dedicated account manager is Enterprise only
  • The trial is 7 days

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

RedCircle

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited hosting
    • Automatic distribution
    • Sponsorship opportunities

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 RedCircle if

  • You need unlimited hosting.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want distribution.
RedCircle review

Questions people ask

Is Podcast Addict or RedCircle better?
Neither clearly leads. Podcast Addict starts at Free and RedCircle at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Podcast Addict or RedCircle?
Podcast Addict starts at Free and RedCircle at Free.
Does Podcast Addict or RedCircle run on more platforms?
Podcast Addict runs on Android. RedCircle runs on Web, Ios, Android.
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 RedCircle is typically brought in for.
What can Podcast Addict do that RedCircle cannot?
Podcast Addict covers Podcast discovery, Playlist management, Variable playback speed, Sleep timer. RedCircle covers Unlimited hosting, Distribution, Sponsorship marketplace, Analytics. Both handle Android support.

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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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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