Acast vs Podscribe
Acast
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Podscribe
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| Figure | Acast | Podscribe |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $14.99/mo | $1,500/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 5 | 6 |
| Spec score · Podcast Advertising Platforms | 9.4 (#1) | 7.4 (#15) |
| Spec score · Digital Audio Advertising Software | 9.4 (#1) | 7.2 (#6) |
| Founded | 2014 | 2016 |
| 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. | Podscribe says its data processing is GDPR-compliant when a GDPR-compliant data privacy agreement is in place with the advertiser, and stores data in AWS cloud datacenters in the United States. |
| 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. | Podscribe states that it has SOC 2 Type II security and IAB Tech Lab v2.2 measurement certification. |
| Support | Acast provides support through [email protected] and Intercom chat, while the Pro plan includes prioritized support. | The platform advertises dedicated customer and technical support from launch to scale, with a dedicated Slack channel available as an optional add-on. |
Plans
Acast
- Essential$14.99 a month
- Pro$29.99 a month
- Video$39.99 a month
- Acast Creator NetworkPrice not published
- StarterFree
Podscribe
- Optional Add-ons$1,500 a month
- Radio Verification$5,000 a month
- Podcast & YouTube SimulcastPrice not published
- RadioPrice not published
- SmartServePrice not published
- Streaming, Display, Video, OTT/CTVPrice not published
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.