Simplecast vs Spreaker
Simplecast and Spreaker are both podcast & audio tools aimed at creators and small businesses. Simplecast costs less, from $15/mo versus $20/mo for Spreaker. Only Spreaker has a free plan.
Podcast hosting with IAB-certified analytics and AdsWizz monetization
iHeartMedia podcast hosting with built-in ad and listener monetisation
| Pricing | Paid · $15 | Freemium · $20 |
| Starting price | $15/mo | $20/mo |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | 14 days | — |
| Built for | Creators, Small businesses, Enterprise | Creators, Small businesses, Enterprise |
| Platforms | web | web, ios, android |
| Country | US · 2013 | US |
| Rating | — | — |
Choose Simplecast if
Growing podcasts and networks that want IAB-certified analytics and a path to ad revenue through SiriusXM's AdsWizz.
- Certified analytics that advertisers and networks trust
- Direct path to programmatic ad revenue through AdsWizz
- Unlimited storage, no per-hour upload limits
Look elsewhere if: Hobby podcasters or beginners on a tight budget (Buzzsprout, Transistor, Captivate).
Choose Spreaker if
Independent podcasters and small networks that want free hosting with built-in ad and listener monetisation from the start.
- Monetisation is available even on the free plan
- Backed by iHeartMedia's audio advertising demand
- Fixed monthly prices with no hidden fees
Look elsewhere if: Beginners wanting the simplest workflow or shows seeking premium sponsorship sales (Buzzsprout, Acast, Transistor).
Simplecast vs Spreaker pricing
Simplecast
- Basic$15/mo$13.50/mo prepaid annually; 20K downloads/mo, 2 seats
- Essential$35/mo$31.50/mo prepaid annually; 50K downloads/mo, 4 seats
- ProfessionalCustomDynamic ad insertion, AdsWizz marketplace, ad-free feeds
- EnterpriseCustomAPI, white-label RSS, high bitrate audio, success manager
Spreaker
- Free Speech$01 podcast, unlimited episodes, ads, 6 months of stats
- Broadcaster$20/moUnlimited podcasts, subscriptions, 0% Supporters Club fee
- Anchorman$50/moFull stats, custom player colours, unlimited collaborators
- Publisher$250/moAd Campaign Manager, sell your own ads, 24 months of stats
Simplecast · Key features
- Unlimited audio storage and uploads on every plan
- Multiple shows under one account with per-show team permissions
- IAB Tech Lab certified download and listener analytics
- Location, app, browser and unique listener reports on Essential
- Automatic show website with themes and custom domain
- Embeddable episode and show players with drop-off analytics
Cons
- Download caps make costs rise quickly as a show grows
- Dynamic ad insertion requires a sales-led plan
- Only two team seats on the Basic plan
Spreaker · Key features
- Unlimited episodes and automatic distribution to major podcast apps
- Programmatic ad monetisation through iHeartMedia's ad network
- Supporters Club for monthly listener payments
- Private podcasts and Apple Podcasts Subscriptions on paid plans
- Ad Campaign Manager to sell and traffic your own ads on Publisher
- Customizable RSS feeds and embeddable web player
Cons
- Free plan keeps statistics for only six months
- Interface and editor feel dated next to newer hosts
- No annual billing discount listed
Simplecast vs Spreaker: FAQ
Which is cheaper, Simplecast or Spreaker?
Simplecast starts at $15/mo and Spreaker at $20/mo. Both prices are checked on the vendors' own pricing pages.
Do Simplecast and Spreaker have a free plan?
Simplecast has no free plan, a 14-day free trial. Spreaker has a free plan.