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Podomatic vs TinyLetter

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Podomatic

Podcasting

Simple podcast creation and hosting

From
Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
TinyLetter logo

TinyLetter

News

The simplest way to send newsletters

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Podomatic free plan caps storage at 500MB and bandwidth at 15GB per month, which Podomatic equates to roughly 300 listens; TinyLetter tinyLetter merged into Mailchimp; no longer offered as standalone product
  • They diverge on capability: Podomatic covers Podcast hosting, TinyLetter covers Newsletter publishing.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Podomatic and TinyLetter actually diverge.

Attributes where Podomatic and TinyLetter differ
AttributePodomaticTinyLetter
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
CategoryPodcastingNews
Founded20052011

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web), user rating (Not yet rated).

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 Podomatic

  • Podcast hosting
  • Distribution
  • Built-in recording
  • Audio editing
  • Podcast website
  • RSS feed
  • Podcast platforms
  • Social media

Only in TinyLetter

  • Newsletter publishing
  • Email templates
  • Subscriber management
  • Archive creation
  • Email delivery
  • Simple editor
  • Twitter
  • Facebook

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Podomatic

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

TinyLetter

  • Email newsletter distribution to subscribersnot Podomatic
  • Automated email marketing campaignsnot Podomatic
  • Customer communication and engagementnot Podomatic
  • E-commerce order notification systemsnot Podomatic

Where each one falls short

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

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

TinyLetter

  • TinyLetter merged into Mailchimp; no longer offered as standalone product
  • Free tier limited to 250 contacts maximum
  • Pricing varies significantly by contact volume tiers
  • Premium plan at $350/month may be cost-prohibitive for small newsletters

Pricing, plan by plan

Podomatic

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

TinyLetter

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Up to 250 contacts
    • Basic email campaigns
    • Customer insights
  • Essentials$13/month
    • A/B testing
    • Scheduling
    • Limited templates
  • Standard$20/month
    • Automations
    • Personalization
    • Generative AI
  • Premium$350/month
    • Phone support
    • Priority support
    • Multivariate testing

Which should you pick?

Choose Podomatic if

  • You need podcast hosting.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want distribution.
Podomatic review

Choose TinyLetter if

  • You need newsletter publishing.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want email templates.
TinyLetter review

Questions people ask

Is Podomatic or TinyLetter better?
Neither clearly leads. Podomatic starts at Free and TinyLetter at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Podomatic or TinyLetter?
Podomatic starts at Free and TinyLetter at Free.
Does Podomatic or TinyLetter run on more platforms?
Both run on Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use Podomatic for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Podomatic best used for?
Podomatic is most often used for hosting and publishing a podcast with a ready made listener page, starting a podcast on a free tier before paying for bandwidth, serving audio downloads to a growing audience on metered bandwidth plans. Of those, hosting and publishing a podcast with a ready made listener page and starting a podcast on a free tier before paying for bandwidth are not what TinyLetter is typically brought in for.
What can Podomatic do that TinyLetter cannot?
Podomatic covers Podcast hosting, Distribution, Built-in recording, Audio editing. TinyLetter covers Newsletter publishing, Email templates, Subscriber management, Archive creation. Both handle Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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TinyLetter: Is TinyLetter still available separately?

No, TinyLetter has been merged into Mailchimp and is no longer offered as a standalone product. Existing TinyLetter users were migrated to Mailchimp's marketing platform.

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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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TinyLetter: Does Mailchimp offer a free email plan?

Yes, Mailchimp's free plan supports up to 250 contacts and allows you to create email campaigns and learn customer insights at no cost.

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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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TinyLetter: What discounts does Mailchimp offer for annual billing?

Mailchimp offers 15% off the first 12 months for accounts with 10,000 or more contacts.

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TinyLetter: Is there a free trial available for Mailchimp's paid plans?

Yes, a 14-day free trial is available for Standard and Essentials plans without requiring a credit card for the first 100 emails.

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