Acast vs Hello Audio

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.

Hello Audio is a paid podcast hosting service for public and private podcasts. It runs on the web, iOS, and Android, with RSS feeds, video podcast support, monetization tools, and advanced analytics. Directory distribution uses manual submission. The Starter plan costs $14 a month, billed annually, and provides one private feed, one public feed, unlimited episodes, and unlimited listeners. Pro costs $39 a month, billed annually, with three private feeds and one public feed. Powerhouse costs $81 a month, billed annually, with unlimited private feeds, two public feeds, and unlimited transcripts. Hello Audio offers a 7-day trial but no free plan. The maker is based in San Diego, California, United States. Plan differences center on feed counts and, for Powerhouse, unlimited transcripts.