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Podcast Addict vs Wavve

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Podcast Addict

Podcasting

The most popular podcast app on Android

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Wavve logo

Wavve

Podcasting

Simple podcast hosting and distribution

From
$10/month
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: Podcast Addict android-only, no iOS app available; Wavve starter plan caps uploads at 70 minutes and exports at 18 videos per month
  • They diverge on capability: Podcast Addict covers Podcast discovery, Wavve 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 Wavve actually diverge.

Attributes where Podcast Addict and Wavve differ
AttributePodcast AddictWavve
Starting priceFree$10/month
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsAndroidWeb
Founded20112018

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 Podcast Addict

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

Only in Wavve

  • Unlimited hosting
  • Distribution
  • Analytics
  • Monetization
  • Simple interface
  • Podcast website
  • All podcast platforms
  • Email services

What people use each for

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

Podcast Addict

  • Podcast listeningnot Wavve
  • Podcast discoverynot Wavve
  • Offline playbacknot Wavve

Wavve

  • Converting podcast audio clips into captioned social videonot Podcast Addict
  • Generating SRT files and transcripts from episodesnot Podcast Addict
  • Scheduling promotional audiogram posts to social channelsnot 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

Wavve

  • Starter plan caps uploads at 70 minutes and exports at 18 videos per month
  • Starter plan is single user with no team members
  • Pro plan at $19.99 per month still caps uploads at 210 minutes and 33 exported videos per month
  • The Agency plan adds only 4 team members and costs $98.99 per month
  • There is no free tier; the cheapest published plan is a paid Starter subscription

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

Wavve

$10/month
  • Creator$10/month
    • Unlimited hosting
    • Distribution
    • Analytics

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 Wavve if

  • You need unlimited hosting.
  • You also want distribution.
Wavve review

Questions people ask

Is Podcast Addict or Wavve better?
Neither clearly leads. Podcast Addict starts at Free and Wavve at $10/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Podcast Addict or Wavve?
Podcast Addict has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Podcast Addict and $10/month for Wavve.
Does Podcast Addict or Wavve run on more platforms?
Podcast Addict runs on Android. Wavve runs on Web.
Can I use Podcast Addict for free?
Yes. Podcast Addict has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Wavve starts at $10/month.
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 Wavve is typically brought in for.
What can Podcast Addict do that Wavve cannot?
Podcast Addict covers Podcast discovery, Playlist management, Variable playback speed, Sleep timer. Wavve covers Unlimited hosting, Distribution, Analytics, Monetization.

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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Wavve: Is there a free trial available?

Wavve offers creators a Free Trial to try it out fully. The Free Trial allows for full unlimited content creation.

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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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Wavve: What are the billing cycle options?

You can choose monthly, 6-month, or annual billing. Annual plans receive the highest discount of 20% off.

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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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Wavve: Can I cancel my subscription anytime?

Yes. There is no obligation with Wavve, so you can upgrade, downgrade, or cancel at anytime.

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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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Wavve: What is your refund policy?

Once you have paid for Wavve's services, there are no monetary refunds.

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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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Wavve: Are there usage limits on video creation?

There is no limit to the number of videos you can make.

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