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Podcast Addict vs Spreaker

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Podcast Addict

Podcasting

The most popular podcast app on Android

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Spreaker

Podcasting

Podcast hosting with social network features

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Podcast Addict android-only, no iOS app available; Spreaker free plan allows only one podcast and retains statistics for 6 months
  • They diverge on capability: Podcast Addict covers Podcast discovery, Spreaker 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 Spreaker actually diverge.

Attributes where Podcast Addict and Spreaker differ
AttributePodcast AddictSpreaker
PlatformsAndroidWeb, Ios, Android

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (freemium), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Podcasting), founded (2011).

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 Spreaker

  • Podcast hosting
  • Live streaming
  • Social network
  • Distribution
  • Analytics
  • Audio editing
  • 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 Spreaker
  • Podcast discoverynot Spreaker
  • Offline playbacknot Spreaker

Spreaker

  • Hosting and distributing podcasts to Spotify, Apple Podcasts and iHeartRadionot Podcast Addict
  • Monetising a show through programmatic ads, listener subscriptions or a supporters clubnot Podcast Addict
  • Running a multi-show podcast network with collaboratorsnot 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

Spreaker

  • Free plan allows only one podcast and retains statistics for 6 months
  • Spreaker takes a 20 percent fee on Supporters Club listener payments on the free plan, dropping to 0 percent only on the $20 per month Broadcaster plan
  • Subscription monetisation and Apple Podcasts subscriptions require the $20 per month Broadcaster plan
  • Player colour customisation and collaborators require the $50 per month Anchorman plan
  • Selling and managing your own ad campaigns requires the $250 per month Publisher plan
  • Statistics retention is capped at 12 months below the Publisher plan, which extends it to 24 months

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

Spreaker

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 2 hours storage
    • Basic hosting
    • Social network access
  • Plus$5/month
    • 50 hours storage
    • Full distribution
    • Live streaming

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 Spreaker if

  • You need podcast hosting.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want live streaming.
Spreaker review

Questions people ask

Is Podcast Addict or Spreaker better?
Neither clearly leads. Podcast Addict starts at Free and Spreaker at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Podcast Addict or Spreaker?
Podcast Addict starts at Free and Spreaker at Free.
Does Podcast Addict or Spreaker run on more platforms?
Podcast Addict runs on Android. Spreaker 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 Spreaker is typically brought in for.
What can Podcast Addict do that Spreaker cannot?
Podcast Addict covers Podcast discovery, Playlist management, Variable playback speed, Sleep timer. Spreaker covers Podcast hosting, Live streaming, Social network, Distribution. 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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Spreaker: Does Spreaker offer free podcast hosting?

Yes, Spreaker offers free podcast hosting. The homepage explicitly states 'Your Podcasts Free' and includes a call-to-action to 'Start Free Today' for Spreaker Create for Web.

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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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Spreaker: What premium features does Spreaker offer beyond the free tier?

Spreaker provides additional features beyond free hosting, including monetization features through the Prime Network. However, specific premium plan names, prices, and feature details are not disclosed on the main homepage and require visiting additional pages or contacting Spreaker.

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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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