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Podomatic vs Wavve

Podomatic logo

Podomatic

Podcasting

Simple podcast creation and hosting

From
Free
Rated
-
Wavve logo

Wavve

Podcasting

Simple podcast hosting and distribution

From
$10/month
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only Podomatic has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • 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; Wavve starter plan caps uploads at 70 minutes and exports at 18 videos per month
  • They diverge on capability: Podomatic covers Podcast hosting, Wavve covers Unlimited hosting.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Podomatic and Wavve actually diverge.

Attributes where Podomatic and Wavve differ
AttributePodomaticWavve
Starting priceFree$10/month
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
Free tierYesNo
Founded20052018

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 Podomatic

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

Only in Wavve

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

Both cover

  • Distribution
  • Podcast website
  • Content protection
  • 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 Wavve
  • Starting a podcast on a free tier before paying for bandwidthnot Wavve
  • Serving audio downloads to a growing audience on metered bandwidth plansnot Wavve

Wavve

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

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

Podomatic

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

Wavve

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

Which should you pick?

Choose Podomatic if

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

Choose Wavve if

  • You need unlimited hosting.
  • You also want analytics.

Questions people ask

Is Podomatic or Wavve better?
Neither clearly leads. Podomatic 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, Podomatic or Wavve?
Podomatic has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Podomatic and $10/month for Wavve.
Does Podomatic or Wavve 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. Wavve starts at $10/month.
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 Wavve is typically brought in for.
What can Podomatic do that Wavve cannot?
Podomatic covers Podcast hosting, Built-in recording, Audio editing, RSS feed. Wavve covers Unlimited hosting, Analytics, Monetization, Simple interface. Both handle Distribution, Podcast website, Content protection, 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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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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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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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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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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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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Wavve: What is your refund policy?

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

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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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