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SermonAudio vs Stitcher

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SermonAudio

Religion

Free sermon hosting and distribution platform for churches

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Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
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Stitcher

Entertainment

Premium podcast subscription service

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Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: SermonAudio app requires reconfiguration after restart and resets items to default ordering; Stitcher service discontinued August 29, 2023
  • They diverge on capability: SermonAudio covers Sermon Hosting, Stitcher covers Podcast streaming.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which SermonAudio and Stitcher actually diverge.

Attributes where SermonAudio and Stitcher differ
AttributeSermonAudioStitcher
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
PlatformsiOS, Android, WebWeb, Ios, Android, Smart-speakers
CategoryReligionEntertainment
Founded20052007

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

  • Sermon Hosting
  • Podcast Distribution
  • Audio Transcription
  • Analytics
  • Podcast Platforms
  • Website Integration
  • Email Distribution
  • Social Media Sharing

Only in Stitcher

  • Podcast streaming
  • Original content
  • Ad-free
  • Offline listening
  • Recommendations
  • Smart speakers
  • Car systems
  • Account security

Both cover

  • Web support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

SermonAudio

  • Member managementnot Stitcher
  • Donation trackingnot Stitcher
  • Event planningnot Stitcher
  • Volunteer schedulingnot Stitcher
  • Communicationnot Stitcher

Stitcher

  • Podcast listeningnot SermonAudio
  • Audio entertainmentnot SermonAudio

Where each one falls short

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

SermonAudio

  • App requires reconfiguration after restart and resets items to default ordering
  • Bookmark search functionality sometimes returns no results due to app bugs
  • Mobile app limited to iOS and Android without web-based access for church administrators

Stitcher

  • Service discontinued August 29, 2023
  • No longer available for download or use

Pricing, plan by plan

SermonAudio

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the SermonAudio review.

Stitcher

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Free podcasts
    • Ad-supported
  • Stitcher Premium$4.99/month
    • Ad-free
    • Exclusives

Which should you pick?

Choose SermonAudio if

  • You need sermon hosting.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want podcast distribution.
SermonAudio review

Choose Stitcher if

  • You need podcast streaming.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Smart-speakers.
  • You also want original content.
Stitcher review

Questions people ask

Is SermonAudio or Stitcher better?
Neither clearly leads. SermonAudio starts at Free and Stitcher at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, SermonAudio or Stitcher?
SermonAudio starts at Free and Stitcher at Free.
Does SermonAudio or Stitcher run on more platforms?
SermonAudio runs on iOS, Android, Web. Stitcher runs on Web, Ios, Android, Smart-speakers.
Can I use SermonAudio for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is SermonAudio best used for?
SermonAudio is most often used for member management, donation tracking, event planning, volunteer scheduling. Of those, member management and donation tracking are not what Stitcher is typically brought in for.
What can SermonAudio do that Stitcher cannot?
SermonAudio covers Sermon Hosting, Podcast Distribution, Audio Transcription, Analytics. Stitcher covers Podcast streaming, Original content, Ad-free, Offline listening. Both handle Web support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

SermonAudio: Is SermonAudio free for listening to sermons?

Yes, the sermon library of nearly 3 million audio and video sermons from conservative Christian churches is free to access. However, churches and ministries that want to broadcast their own sermons must pay a subscription fee.

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Stitcher: Is Stitcher still available?

No. Stitcher shut down on August 29, 2023. SiriusXM, which acquired Stitcher in 2020, discontinued the app to consolidate podcasts into its flagship SiriusXM subscription. Users can listen to podcasts via the SiriusXM app instead.

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SermonAudio: What is the cost for churches to broadcast sermons on SermonAudio?

SermonAudio offers a flat-fee subscription model at $29.95/month, with smaller ministries potentially eligible for financial aid through a third-party scholarship program.

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SermonAudio: What platforms does SermonAudio support for accessing sermons?

SermonAudio supports native apps across a wide range of devices, including iOS, Android, and web browsers, allowing access to sermons anytime, anywhere.

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SermonAudio: Does SermonAudio provide offline access to downloaded sermons?

Yes, the app supports offline download capabilities, allowing you to download sermon audio or video and access them even without an internet connection.

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SermonAudio: What integrations does SermonAudio offer?

SermonAudio integrates with Logos Bible Software, Blue Letter Bible, Biblearc, and Church Plant Media, enabling seamless distribution and organization of sermon content across platforms.

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