Apple Podcasts vs Podimo

Apple Podcasts is a podcast app and service for finding, following, and listening to shows across Apple devices, the web, Windows via iTunes, CarPlay, HomePod, smart speakers, and supported car systems. Millions of shows are free, and episodes can be downloaded for offline listening; new episodes from followed shows can download automatically. It supports video podcasts and private feeds, with listening synced across devices. Transcripts in select languages can be read and searched, navigated by chapter, or used to jump to a point in an episode. Premium shows, episodes, and channels may have monthly or annual subscriptions, with prices set by creators. Subscriber benefits can include ad-free listening, bonus or unreleased content, and other subscriber-only material. Subscriptions can be shared with up to five people through Family Sharing. Creators have production, analytics, audience connection, and subscription tools. They receive 70% initially and 85% after one year of paid service, excluding applicable taxes; other podcast revenue, including advertising, goes to the creator.

Podimo is a subscription audio service for podcasts and audiobooks, including exclusive and original content. Its catalog is described as containing more than 1,000 exclusive shows and more than 70,000 audiobooks. The service offers personalized listening and interactive features connecting creators and audiences. Listeners can download episodes and audiobooks for offline playback, and video podcasts are supported. Playback settings include automatic queue downloads, audio-only downloads and video streaming quality controls. Podimo is available on the web, iOS, Android and iPad, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support. Apple users can cast to Sonos using AirPlay; Chromecast is currently available only on Android. A free plan provides public podcasts through open RSS feeds. Premium costs €4.99 per month and includes 20 audiobook hours; Premium Plus costs €9.99 per month and includes 100 hours. A 30-day trial is listed. Availability varies by country, and the service is for individual, personal, non-commercial use.