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Podcast.co vs Spreaker

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Podcast.co

Podcasting

Professional podcast hosting and distribution

From
$19/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Spreaker

Podcasting

Podcast hosting with social network features

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Spreaker 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; Spreaker free plan allows only one podcast and retains statistics for 6 months
  • They diverge on capability: Podcast.co covers Unlimited hosting, Spreaker 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 Spreaker actually diverge.

Attributes where Podcast.co and Spreaker differ
AttributePodcast.coSpreaker
Starting price$19/monthFree
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWebWeb, Ios, Android
Founded20172011

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.co

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

Only in Spreaker

  • Podcast hosting
  • Live streaming
  • Social network
  • Analytics
  • Audio editing
  • All podcast platforms
  • Payment processors
  • 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 Spreaker
  • Corporate podcastingnot Spreaker
  • Network hostingnot Spreaker

Spreaker

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

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.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

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.co if

  • You need unlimited hosting.
  • You also want podcast websites.
Podcast.co 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.co or Spreaker better?
Neither clearly leads. Podcast.co starts at $19/month and Spreaker at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Podcast.co or Spreaker?
Spreaker has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $19/month for Podcast.co and Free for Spreaker.
Does Podcast.co or Spreaker run on more platforms?
Podcast.co runs on Web. Spreaker runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use Spreaker for free?
Yes. Spreaker 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 Spreaker is typically brought in for.
What can Podcast.co do that Spreaker cannot?
Podcast.co covers Unlimited hosting, Podcast websites, Advanced analytics, Team collaboration. Spreaker covers Podcast hosting, Live streaming, Social network, Analytics. 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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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.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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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.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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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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