RSS.com
Podcast hosting with a free plan, AI transcripts and video publishing
RSS.com is a podcast & audio tool for Creators and Small businesses, offered as freemium ($20/mo). Founded in United States in 2018.
About RSS.com
RSS.com is a podcast hosting platform launched in 2018 by co-founders Alberto Betella and Ben Richardson, operated by RSS America, LLC. Its core job: host your audio or video episodes, generate the RSS feed and push the show to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube and other directories.
Every account gets unlimited episodes and storage, a free podcast website with an embeddable player, IAB-certified cross-platform analytics, episode scheduling and Podcasting 2.0 tags for chapters, soundbites and transcripts. Monetisation runs through RSS.com's PAID programmatic ads (pre, mid and post-roll), Apple Podcasts subscriptions, a donation button and Value 4 Value. The Free plan covers one show; Plus adds AI transcripts and ads, Pro raises the limit to 10 shows with unlimited team members, and Max adds video podcasts and API access.
RSS.com suits independent creators who want a real free tier and simple pricing, and small networks that need several shows in one account. It is lighter on private podcasting and enterprise features than Transistor, Buzzsprout has more polished guides and episode-level marketing tools, and Captivate offers stronger built-in growth and CTA features. Spotify for Creators is cheaper (free) but ties you closer to one platform.
Buying tip: the Free plan really is free with no expiry, but you must add a credit card before uploading a second episode. Annual billing cuts 25% off every paid tier, paid plans carry a 30-day money-back guarantee, and podcasters moving from another host can get three free months on any paid plan.
Key features of RSS.com
- Unlimited episodes and storage on every plan, including Free
- Automatic distribution to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTube Music
- AI-generated transcripts plus Podcasting 2.0 chapters and soundbites
- PAID programmatic ads with pre, mid and post-roll insertion
- IAB-certified analytics for downloads, apps, devices and locations
- Free podcast website with web player, donations and Listen On buttons
- Max plan publishes video podcasts to Apple Podcasts and YouTube in one upload
- Podping support so podcast apps pick up new episodes faster
Pros and cons
Pros
- Genuine free plan with unlimited episodes and no expiry date
- Clear, low pricing with 25% off on annual billing
- Strong support for open standards like Podcasting 2.0 and Podping
- Monetisation from as few as 10 downloads on paid plans
- Three free months when you switch from another host
Cons
- Free plan needs a credit card before the second episode
- No private or internal podcast feeds for company use
- Team access and multiple shows require Plus or Pro
- API access is limited to the top Max plan
- Ad revenue share is 70% to the creator, not 100%
RSS.com pricing
RSS.com uses a freemium model.
| Plan | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | 1 audio podcast, unlimited episodes; card needed for 2nd episode |
| Plus | $19.99 / mo | $15/mo billed annually; AI transcripts, ads, up to 3 team members |
| Pro | $34.99 / mo | $26/mo billed annually; up to 10 podcasts, unlimited team |
| Max | $49.99 / mo | $37/mo billed annually; unlimited audio and video podcasts, API |
| Custom | Custom | Dynamic ad insertion campaigns, video at scale, ad-free options |
Source: rss.com · checked on Oct 20, 2026
How RSS.com compares in Podcast & audio
- Rank by votes
- #1 / 16
- Starting price
- $20
- Free alternatives
- 1
0 votes from members
14% above the category median ($18/mo)
Free or open-source tools in Podcast & audio
RSS.com ranks #1 of 16 podcast & audio tools by community votes and is priced above most tools in the category.
Common use cases
- 1Launching a first podcast without paying for hosting
- 2Running a small network of up to 10 shows on Pro
- 3Turning audio episodes into YouTube videos for extra reach
- 4Earning ad revenue on a small but growing show
- 5Publishing transcripts for accessibility and search
Best for
Independent podcasters and small networks who want unlimited hosting, transcripts and simple monetisation at a low price.
Not ideal for
Companies that need private internal podcasts or advanced enterprise controls (Transistor, Captivate).
Integrations
- Apple Podcasts
- Spotify
- Amazon Music
- YouTube
- YouTube Music
- Podping
Our take
RSS.com is one of the best-value podcast hosts, especially if you want to start free and grow into ads and video later. Choose Plus for a single show and Pro for a network, and compare Buzzsprout or Captivate if marketing tools matter more than price.
FAQ
- What is RSS.com?
- RSS.com is a Podcast & audio tool: Podcast hosting with a free plan, AI transcripts and video publishing.
- How much does RSS.com cost?
- RSS.com uses a Freemium model; paid plans start at $20 per month.
- What does RSS.com integrate with?
- RSS.com integrates with Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, YouTube Music, Podping and more.
- Which platforms does RSS.com support?
- RSS.com is available on web.
- Who is RSS.com for?
- Independent podcasters and small networks who want unlimited hosting, transcripts and simple monetisation at a low price.
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