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Player FM

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Spec score 8.6 #11 of 55 in Podcast apps

What it is

Player FM helps users discover, download and play podcasts on the web, Android and iOS. Its library offers over 20 million free podcasts, with trending discovery and topic sections that include niche categories. Users can import subscriptions through OPML or add RSS feeds, including private or password-protected feeds. The service supports video podcasts, episode transcripts, offline downloads and cross-device subscription sync after sign-in. Subscriptions can automatically download recent episodes, and episodes saved to Play Later download for offline use. Premium adds features such as ad-free listening, custom themes, Space Saver compression, playlists, bookmarks and personal search; it also syncs playlists, bookmarks and play history. Premium is a recurring subscription, with its price shown in the app and features varying by platform. Many app subscriptions offer a free trial, whose duration depends on the offer at purchase. Core features remain available on the free plan. On Android, the app supports Android Auto, Android Wear, Chromecast, Samsung Gear S notifications and LG QuickCircle.

Spec sheet

Purpose
Player FM helps users discover, download, and play podcasts.Read 4 Oct 2026 · support.player.fm
Free plan
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.player.fm
Trial
Many app subscriptions offer a free trial, but the duration depends on the offer shown at purchase.Read 4 Oct 2026 · support.player.fm
Support
Users can contact support through the app, the web Help/FAQ menu, or [email protected].Read 4 Oct 2026 · support.player.fm
Catalog
Its podcast library offers over 20 million free podcasts.Read 4 Oct 2026 · support.player.fm
Cloud sync
Logging in syncs subscriptions across devices; premium also syncs items including playlists, bookmarks, and play history.Read 4 Oct 2026 · support.player.fm
Cross-device sync
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.player.fm
Device integrations
The Android app supports Android Auto, Android Wear, Chromecast, Samsung Gear S notifications, and LG QuickCircle.Read 4 Oct 2026 · support.player.fm
Discovery
The app offers trending podcast discovery and a catalog organized by topics, including niche categories.Read 4 Oct 2026 · support.player.fm
Episode transcripts
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.player.fm
Feed import
Users can import subscriptions with OPML or add podcast RSS feeds, including private or password-protected feeds.Read 4 Oct 2026 · support.player.fm
Maker and founding
Maple Media acquired Player FM in 2020; its founder story says Michael Mahemoff founded Player FM in 2011.Read 4 Oct 2026 · sellerstories.maplemedia.io
Official app downloads
Player FM lists Google Play and Amazon as official Android app sources and the App Store for iPhone and iPad.Read 4 Oct 2026 · support.player.fm
Offline downloads
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.player.fm
Offline listening
Subscriptions can automatically download recent episodes, and Play Later episodes download automatically for offline use.Read 4 Oct 2026 · support.player.fm
Premium features
Premium includes features such as ad-free listening, custom themes, Space Saver compression, playlists, bookmarks, and personal search.Read 4 Oct 2026 · support.player.fm
Privacy detail
Apple's App Store listing says the developer reports that contact information, identifiers, and usage data may be used to track users across other companies' apps and websites.Read 4 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Private feed support
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.player.fm
Security and permissions
Player FM says Android 6.0 and later requires no permissions by default and requests some permissions on demand for stated functions.Read 4 Oct 2026 · support.player.fm
Supported platforms
Web, Android, iOSRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.player.fm
Video podcasts
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.player.fm

Plans and prices

Monthly Premium Price not published Premium app features Read 20 Sep 2026 · apps.apple.com
Pro Membership Price not published Annual subscription with all app features Read 20 Sep 2026 · apps.apple.com
Free Free Core features remain free Read 4 Oct 2026 · support.player.fm
Premium Price not published Recurring subscription; price shown in the app Premium features vary by platform · Many app subscriptions offer a free trial Read 4 Oct 2026 · support.player.fm

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Catalog includes over 20 million free podcasts
  • Imports OPML and private or password-protected RSS feeds
  • Supports video podcasts and episode transcripts
  • Recent and Play Later episodes can download automatically

Limits

  • Premium price is shown in the app
  • Premium features vary by platform
  • Free-trial duration depends on the purchase offer

Who it suits

Player FM suits podcast listeners who want to discover shows, import feeds and download episodes for offline listening. Users who want additional organization or personalization can consider Premium, with its platform-dependent feature set.

Verdict

Player FM combines a large podcast catalog with feed imports, offline downloads and sync. Premium adds listening and organization features, but its price and trial duration depend on the offer shown in the app.

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