Acast vs Dovetail from PRX
Acast
acast.comDovetail from PRX
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| Figure | Acast | Dovetail from PRX |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $14.99/mo | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 5 | 2 |
| Spec score · Podcast hosting platforms | 9.4 (#1) | 7.0 (#65) |
| Analytics | Acast provides advanced listener analytics, including downloads, geographic breakdowns, listening platforms and engagement data, plus revenue data. | Dovetail offers IAB 2.2 certified download and unique listener metrics, including geographic, device, and podcast app analysis. |
| Analytics level | advanced | advanced |
| Directory distribution | major directories | major directories |
| Founded | 2014 | 2015 |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Monetization tools | Yes | Yes |
| Privacy | Acast's GDPR policy states that Acast AB is the data controller for EEA, Switzerland and UK users and provides rights including access, rectification and erasure. | PRX describes Dovetail as privacy-first and says its privacy-by-default programmatic ad tools let listeners opt out of participating in a privacy exchange. |
| Private podcasts | Yes | Yes |
| RSS feed | Yes | Yes |
| Support | Acast provides support through [email protected] and Intercom chat, while the Pro plan includes prioritized support. | PRX’s Help Center lists Dovetail Podcasts, Inventory, Metrics, and Spots resources, and provides help by email and phone during Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–5:30 PM EST. |
Plans
Acast
- Essential$14.99 a month
- Pro$29.99 a month
- Video$39.99 a month
- Acast Creator NetworkPrice not published
- StarterFree
Dovetail from PRX
- Full-ServicePriced on request
- Self-ServicePriced 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.
Dovetail from PRX
Dovetail from PRX has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.