Acast vs AudioStaq
Acast
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AudioStaq
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| Figure | Acast | AudioStaq |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $14.99/mo | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 5 | 4 |
| Spec score · Podcast hosting platforms | 9.4 (#1) | 6.8 (#70) |
| Analytics | Acast provides advanced listener analytics, including downloads, geographic breakdowns, listening platforms and engagement data, plus revenue data. | The platform provides real-time statistics and reports about how listeners consume content. |
| Headquarters | Stockholm, Sweden | Baltimore, Maryland, United States |
| Monetization tools | Yes | Yes |
| Product | Acast describes its product as an all-in-one podcasting platform and CMS for managing, publishing, distributing and monetizing podcasts. | AudioStaq describes itself as an enterprise podcasting platform for brands and influencers to distribute, measure, and monetize podcasts or networks. |
| RSS feed | Yes | Yes |
Plans
Acast
- Essential$14.99 a month
- Pro$29.99 a month
- Video$39.99 a month
- Acast Creator NetworkPrice not published
- StarterFree
AudioStaq
- API Monetization PlanPriced on request
- Hosted Partner PlanPriced on request
- Non-hosted Partner Monetization PlanPriced on request
- Paid Standard HostingPriced on request
In their own words
Acast
Acast is a podcasting platform and content management system for publishing, distributing and monetizing shows. One-click publishing sends episodes to Spotify and Apple Podcasts, with distribution to major podcast directories. Tools include episode scheduling, automated ad placement, bulk editing, dynamic intros and outros, and management of multiple shows. Advanced analytics cover downloads, listener geography, listening platforms, engagement and revenue. Creators can also make a customizable podcast website and web player, and create video clips for social sharing. The Starter plan is limited to one show and five episodes; unlimited episodes are available when a show joins Acast’s advertising marketplace. Acast has a free plan, with Essential at $14.99 per month billed yearly, Pro at $29.99 per month billed yearly, and Video at $39.99 per month billed yearly. Apple Podcasts video publishing is a limited beta for selected creators. Acast was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.