OpenAir vs Player FM
OpenAir
openair-podcast.github.io
Player FM
player.fmSide by side
| Figure | OpenAir | Player FM |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Spec score · Podcast apps | 8.2 (#22) | 8.6 (#11) |
| Cross-device sync | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Offline downloads | Yes | Yes |
| Offline listening | Episodes can be downloaded for offline listening, and auto-download keeps the queue fresh. | Subscriptions can automatically download recent episodes, and Play Later episodes download automatically for offline use. |
| Purpose | OpenAir is a free and open-source podcast app for discovering and listening to podcasts. | Player FM helps users discover, download, and play podcasts. |
| Support | The privacy policy directs users with questions to open an issue on the project's GitHub repository. | Users can contact support through the app, the web Help/FAQ menu, or [email protected]. |
| Supported platforms | Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, Windows | Web, Android, iOS |
Plans
Player FM
- Monthly PremiumPrice not published
- Pro MembershipPrice not published
- FreeFree
- PremiumPrice not published
In their own words
OpenAir
OpenAir has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Player FM
Player FM helps users discover, download and play podcasts on the web, Android and iOS. Its library offers over 20 million free podcasts, with trending discovery and topic sections that include niche categories. Users can import subscriptions through OPML or add RSS feeds, including private or password-protected feeds. The service supports video podcasts, episode transcripts, offline downloads and cross-device subscription sync after sign-in. Subscriptions can automatically download recent episodes, and episodes saved to Play Later download for offline use. Premium adds features such as ad-free listening, custom themes, Space Saver compression, playlists, bookmarks and personal search; it also syncs playlists, bookmarks and play history. Premium is a recurring subscription, with its price shown in the app and features varying by platform. Many app subscriptions offer a free trial, whose duration depends on the offer at purchase. Core features remain available on the free plan. On Android, the app supports Android Auto, Android Wear, Chromecast, Samsung Gear S notifications and LG QuickCircle.