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Podcast.co vs Podomatic

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Podcast.co

Podcasting

Professional podcast hosting and distribution

From
$19/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Podomatic

Podcasting

Simple podcast creation and hosting

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Podomatic has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Podcast.co limited advanced podcast customization compared to enterprise solutions; 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.co covers Unlimited hosting, Podomatic covers Podcast hosting.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Podcast.co and Podomatic differ
AttributePodcast.coPodomatic
Starting price$19/monthFree
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
Free tierNoYes
Founded20172005

Identical on both: platforms (Web), 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.co

  • Unlimited hosting
  • Podcast websites
  • Advanced analytics
  • Team collaboration
  • Spotify
  • Apple Podcasts
  • Google Podcasts
  • YouTube

Only in Podomatic

  • Podcast hosting
  • Built-in recording
  • Audio editing
  • Podcast website
  • RSS feed
  • Podcast platforms
  • Content protection

Both cover

  • Distribution
  • Social media
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Podcast.co

  • Podcast hostingnot Podomatic
  • Corporate podcastingnot Podomatic
  • Network hostingnot Podomatic

Podomatic

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

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Podcast.co

  • Limited advanced podcast customization compared to enterprise solutions
  • Transcription service costs extra at $20/month for only 10 hours
  • Download limits vary by plan; Lite tier caps at 15,000 monthly downloads

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.co

$19/month
  • Lite$19/month
    • 1 user
    • 15,000 monthly downloads
    • Basic podcast pages
  • Growth$49/month
    • 5 users
    • 75,000 monthly downloads
    • Advanced podcast pages
  • Premium$99/month
    • Unlimited users
    • 200,000 monthly downloads
    • Advanced podcast pages

Podomatic

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

Which should you pick?

Choose Podcast.co if

  • You need unlimited hosting.
  • You also want podcast websites.
Podcast.co review

Choose Podomatic if

  • You need podcast hosting.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want built-in recording.
Podomatic review

Questions people ask

Is Podcast.co or Podomatic better?
Neither clearly leads. Podcast.co starts at $19/month and Podomatic at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Podcast.co or Podomatic?
Podomatic has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $19/month for Podcast.co and Free for Podomatic.
Does Podcast.co or Podomatic run on more platforms?
Both run on Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use Podomatic for free?
Yes. Podomatic has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Podcast.co starts at $19/month.
What is Podcast.co best used for?
Podcast.co is most often used for podcast hosting, corporate podcasting, network hosting. Of those, podcast hosting and corporate podcasting are not what Podomatic is typically brought in for.
What can Podcast.co do that Podomatic cannot?
Podcast.co covers Unlimited hosting, Podcast websites, Advanced analytics, Team collaboration. Podomatic covers Podcast hosting, Built-in recording, Audio editing, Podcast website. Both handle Distribution, Social media, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Podcast.co: How many podcasts can I host?

All Podcast.co plans allow unlimited podcasts and unlimited episodes. You can create and manage multiple shows under one account, with the Growth and Premium plans offering team collaboration for managing different podcasts.

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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.co: Which platforms does Podcast.co distribute to?

Podcast.co provides one-click distribution to Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, and other major podcast directories. The platform also offers scheduled publishing and custom episode artwork.

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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.co: What analytics are included?

All plans include audience data showing most popular episodes, listener locations, and top-performing platforms. Growth and Premium plans include more advanced analytics with team insights and subscriber tracking for private podcasts.

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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.co: Is transcription included?

Audio transcription is available as an add-on service at $20 per month for 10 hours of audio transcription. This helps repurpose podcast content into blog posts and social media snippets.

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Podcast.co: Can I monetize my podcast?

Growth and Premium plans support private podcasting with invite-only episodes for paying subscribers. Podcast.co integrates with billing systems to deliver exclusive content to the right subscribers.

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Podcast.co: Is there a free trial?

Podcast.co offers a 14-day free trial with no hidden fees, allowing you to test the platform before committing to a paid plan.

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