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Chartable vs Podcorn

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Chartable

Podcasting

Podcast analytics and attribution platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Podcorn logo

Podcorn

Podcasting

Marketplace connecting podcasters with sponsors

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Chartable shut down on 12 December 2024. Spotify, which acquired Chartable in February 2022, announced the closure on 27 September 2024 and folded parts of it into Spotify for Podcasters; Podcorn 10% service fee charged on successful podcast sponsorship campaigns
  • They diverge on capability: Chartable covers Download analytics, Podcorn covers Sponsor marketplace.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Chartable and Podcorn actually diverge.

Attributes where Chartable and Podcorn differ
AttributeChartablePodcorn
Pricing modelfreemiumtransaction
Founded20172019

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 Chartable

  • Download analytics
  • Chart rankings
  • SmartLinks tracking
  • Attribution
  • SmartPromos
  • Cross-promotion analytics
  • All podcast platforms
  • Advertising networks

Only in Podcorn

  • Sponsor marketplace
  • Direct brand deals
  • Rate setting
  • Campaign management
  • Payment processing
  • Performance tracking
  • Payment processors
  • Analytics platforms

Both cover

  • Podcast hosts
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Chartable

  • Podcast analyticsnot Podcorn
  • Marketing attributionnot Podcorn
  • Chart trackingnot Podcorn
  • Growth measurementnot Podcorn

Podcorn

  • Podcast monetizationnot Chartable
  • Sponsorship dealsnot Chartable
  • Native advertisingnot Chartable
  • Brand partnershipsnot Chartable

Where each one falls short

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

Chartable

  • Shut down on 12 December 2024. Spotify, which acquired Chartable in February 2022, announced the closure on 27 September 2024 and folded parts of it into Spotify for Podcasters
  • The tracking prefixes no longer function, and shows still carrying one need it removed
  • chartable.com now redirects to Spotify's Megaphone site

Podcorn

  • 10% service fee charged on successful podcast sponsorship campaigns
  • Only charges on completed transactions, not upfront

Pricing, plan by plan

Chartable

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Chart tracking
    • Basic analytics
    • 1 podcast
  • Indie$20/month
    • Advanced analytics
    • SmartLinks
    • Attribution
  • Team$100/month
    • Multiple podcasts
    • SmartPromos
    • Team access
  • Enterprise$undefined/month
    • Unlimited podcasts
    • Custom integrations
    • API access

Podcorn

Free
  • Free for PodcastersFree
    • Create profile
    • Browse opportunities
    • Set your rates

Which should you pick?

Choose Chartable if

  • You need download analytics.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want chart rankings.
Chartable review

Choose Podcorn if

  • You need sponsor marketplace.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want direct brand deals.
Podcorn review

Questions people ask

Is Chartable or Podcorn better?
Neither clearly leads. Chartable starts at Free and Podcorn at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Chartable or Podcorn?
Chartable starts at Free and Podcorn at Free.
Does Chartable or Podcorn run on more platforms?
Both run on Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use Chartable for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Chartable best used for?
Chartable is most often used for podcast analytics, marketing attribution, chart tracking, growth measurement. Of those, podcast analytics and marketing attribution are not what Podcorn is typically brought in for.
What can Chartable do that Podcorn cannot?
Chartable covers Download analytics, Chart rankings, SmartLinks tracking, Attribution. Podcorn covers Sponsor marketplace, Direct brand deals, Rate setting, Campaign management. Both handle Podcast hosts, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Chartable: How much does Megaphone (formerly Chartable) Professional plan cost?

The Professional plan is $99 per month and includes hosting, distribution, campaign management, analytics, monetization tools via Spotify Audience Network, and live chat support Monday through Friday 4am-9pm ET.

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Podcorn: How much does Podcorn cost?

Podcorn is free to join with 0% signup fees for both podcasters and brands. The platform operates on a 10% service fee model charged only on successful campaigns when payment is received.

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Chartable: What does the Enterprise plan cost?

Enterprise plan pricing is custom and requires contacting the company. It includes all Professional features plus API access, Metrics Export Service, and comprehensive monetization tools that scale with publisher growth.

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Podcorn: How does Podcorn's pricing model work?

Podcorn charges a 10% service fee for podcasters when they receive payment for sponsorships and a 10% fee for brands when their content is approved. There are no upfront costs, and fees are only charged for successful campaigns.

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Chartable: Are there any trial periods or free options?

No trial period or free tier is mentioned on the Megaphone pricing page. Customers interested in Enterprise plans should contact the company for quotes and additional information.

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Podcorn: Are there any commitments or contracts required on Podcorn?

No, podcasters on Podcorn have no exclusivities or long-term commitments required. Brands can control costs by setting their own sponsorship budgets.

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Chartable: Does the Professional plan include unlimited users?

Yes, the Professional plan includes unlimited users with role-based permissions for managing team access and responsibilities.

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