Spreaker vs Springcast
Spreaker
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springcast.ioSide by side
| Figure | Spreaker | Springcast |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $20/mo | €9/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 4 | 7 |
| Spec score · Podcast hosting platforms | 9.2 (#5) | 8.4 (#19) |
| Analytics | Spreaker says its certified analytics report podcast performance in real time. | The platform provides retention curves, listener geography, device and app analytics, and time-of-day patterns. |
| Distribution | Spreaker lists Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio as distribution platforms. | Springcast automatically distributes episodes to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon and more than 15 platforms. |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Integrations | Spreaker Studio can connect to external microphones and mixers and can integrate with Skype, Google Hangouts, Google Meet, or Zoom for remote guests. | Built-in integrations include RSS distribution, YouTube sync, social attribution and MCP; direct REST API access is available on Company. |
| Security | Spreaker says it enforces HTTPS using TLS, scans Docker containers for vulnerabilities, performs periodic third-party penetration tests, and runs a public bug bounty program. | Springcast is ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certified, uses TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit and encrypted backups, and performs periodic authenticated penetration testing. |
| Support | The plans page lists in-app support on Broadcaster and Anchorman and priority support on Publisher. | Springcast says it provides email support with real humans, and organization customers receive a dedicated account manager on Company and Enterprise. |
Plans
Spreaker
- Free SpeechFree
- Broadcaster$20 a month
- Anchorman$50 a month
- Publisher$250 a month
Springcast
- Essential€9 a month
- Professional€19 a month
- Scale€49 a month
- Essential€9 a month
- Professional€19 a month
- Scale€49 a month
- CompanyPriced on request
In their own words
Spreaker
Spreaker is a podcast platform for creating, hosting, distributing, and monetizing shows. Every plan, including Free Speech, allows unlimited episode uploads; the free plan is limited to one podcast and six months of statistics. Distribution includes Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio, and the service provides RSS feeds and an embedded player for external sites. Its advertising tools let podcasters choose ad placements that are filled by ad partners. Certified analytics report performance in real time. Supporters Club lets listeners pay monthly for creator-selected exclusive content. Spreaker Studio is available for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android, with connections for external microphones and mixers and support for remote guests through listed meeting services. Broadcaster costs $20/mo and includes unlimited podcasts and 12 months of statistics; Anchorman costs $50/mo, and Publisher costs $250/mo. Higher plans add options such as collaborators, support, and an ad campaign manager. Spreaker also describes security measures including HTTPS with TLS and encrypted sensitive information.
Springcast
Springcast is a podcast hosting and analytics platform for creators and organizations, with support for public and private shows. It distributes episodes to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon, and more than 15 platforms. Analytics cover retention, listener geography, devices and apps, and time-of-day patterns. The platform includes embeddable players, episode microsites, transcripts, chapters, and dynamic show notes. Sky AI can create transcripts, show notes, chapter markers, episode descriptions, social posts, and email summaries. Springcast is available on web, Android, and iOS; its invite-only branded mobile app is for Company and Enterprise customers. Creator plans cover one podcast, while Company plans offer multiple shows and workspaces. Essential costs €9/mo, Professional €19/mo, and Scale €49/mo; all listed prices exclude VAT. There is no free plan, but a 14-day trial is listed. Springcast says it does not add advertising to podcast feeds. It is headquartered in Almere, Netherlands, and was founded in 2019.