Acast vs Podpage
Acast
acast.com
Podpage
podpage.comSide by side
| Figure | Acast | Podpage |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $14.99/mo | $12/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 5 | 5 |
| Spec score · Podcast Website Builders | 9.4 (#1) | 7.6 (#20) |
| Founded | 2014 | 2019 |
| Security | Acast's security portal lists audit logging, access monitoring, data backups, data erasure, AWS hosting, anti-DDoS protection, separate production environments, disk encryption, firewalls and IDS/IPS. | Podpage states that it provides TLS/SSL encryption in transit and at rest, secure password hashing, access controls, regular security assessments, CSRF protection and secure sessions. |
| Support | Acast provides support through [email protected] and Intercom chat, while the Pro plan includes prioritized support. | Support is available through chat, email and scheduled live support video calls, with weekly new-user orientations and Elite podcast coaching. |
Plans
Acast
- Essential$14.99 a month
- Pro$29.99 a month
- Video$39.99 a month
- Acast Creator NetworkPrice not published
- StarterFree
Podpage
- Basic$12 a month
- Pro$19 a month
- Elite$39 a month
- Network Pro$50 a month
- Network Pro+$100 a month
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.