# Podbean vs Simplecast

**Leader by vioscaleAI score:** Podbean

| Attribute | Podbean | Simplecast |
|---|---|---|
| **vioscaleAI score** | 66.5 (56% (medium)) | 59.3 (30% (low)) |
| content.faq | `[{"answer":"Podbean is a podcast hosting and distribution platform that enables creators to publish episodes, distribute to major directories, and monetize content through advertising and subscriptions. It is indexed under Podcast Hosting.","source":"https://www.podbean.com/podcast-hosting-pricing","question":"What is Podbean?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Podbean offers a free tier, so you can start without paying. Paid plans start at $17 per month. Prices are published openly on the vendor's own pricing page. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://www.podbean.com/podcast-hosting-pricing","question":"Is Podbean free?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Podbean supports the web, iOS and Android. Platforms we have not confirmed are simply not listed here rather than ruled out.","source":"https://www.podbean.com/podcast-hosting-pricing","question":"What platforms does Podbean support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have only confirmed a cloud / SaaS deployment for Podbean, so it appears to be vendor-hosted. If a self-hosted option exists we have not found it documented publicly.","source":"https://www.podbean.com/podcast-hosting-pricing","question":"Can Podbean be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed 11 integrations for Podbean, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Podbean App, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube, plus 3 more. This is what we could verify from public sources, so the vendor may support others we have not indexed.","source":"https://www.podbean.com/podcast-hosting-pricing","question":"What does Podbean integrate with?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have independently confirmed SOC 2 for Podbean. Certifications we do not list are ones we have not been able to verify from public sources, which is not the same as Podbean not holding them. Always confirm compliance directly before you rely on it.","source":"https://www.podbean.com/podcast-hosting-pricing","question":"What security certifications does Podbean have?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Podbean is available worldwide. Its primary market is the United States.","source":"https://www.podbean.com/podcast-hosting-pricing","question":"Where is Podbean available?","confidence":0.5}]` | `[{"answer":"Simplecast is a podcast hosting and monetization platform that manages episode publishing, distribution to major listening platforms, audience analytics, and ad marketplace integration for creators ranging from solo podcasters to large networks. It is indexed under Podcast Hosting.","source":"https://www.simplecast.com/pricing","question":"What is Simplecast?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Simplecast offers a free tier, so you can start without paying. Paid plans start at $15 per month. Prices are published openly on the vendor's own pricing page. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://www.simplecast.com/pricing","question":"Is Simplecast free?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed browser-based access to Simplecast. That is the extent of what we could verify from public sources, so it may well offer desktop or mobile clients we have not indexed.","source":"https://www.simplecast.com/pricing","question":"What platforms does Simplecast support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have only confirmed a cloud / SaaS deployment for Simplecast, so it appears to be vendor-hosted. If a self-hosted option exists we have not found it documented publicly.","source":"https://www.simplecast.com/pricing","question":"Can Simplecast be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed 10 integrations for Simplecast, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Overcast, AdsWizz Marketplace, AdsWizz SSP, Squarespace and WordPress, plus 2 more. This is what we could verify from public sources, so the vendor may support others we have not indexed.","source":"https://www.simplecast.com/pricing","question":"What does Simplecast integrate with?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have independently confirmed GDPR for Simplecast. Certifications we do not list are ones we have not been able to verify from public sources, which is not the same as Simplecast not holding them. Always confirm compliance directly before you rely on it.","source":"https://www.simplecast.com/privacy","question":"What security certifications does Simplecast have?","confidence":0.7},{"answer":"Simplecast is available worldwide. The vendor is headquartered in the United States.","source":"https://www.simplecast.com/pricing","question":"Where is Simplecast available?","confidence":0.75}]` |
| deployment.options | `{"cloud":true}` | `{"cloud":true}` |
| description.long | Podbean is a podcast hosting and distribution platform that enables creators to publish episodes, distribute to major directories, and monetize content through advertising and subscriptions. | Simplecast is a podcast hosting and monetization platform that manages episode publishing, distribution to major listening platforms, audience analytics, and ad marketplace integration for creators ranging from solo podcasters to large networks. |
| features.capabilities | `{"soc2_type_ii":true,"pricing_model":"freemium","dynamic_audio_ad_insertion_dai":true,"spotify_apple_podcasts_api_sync":true,"wordpress_cms_embed_player_sync":true,"iab_certified_listener_analytics":true,"podcast_micro_website_generation":true,"private_subscriber_only_podcast_feeds":true,"podcast_rss_feed_generation_distribution":true}` | - |
| integrations.count | 9 | 10 |
| integrations.list | `[{"name":"Apple Podcasts"},{"name":"Spotify"},{"name":"Amazon Music"},{"name":"iHeartRadio"},{"name":"Podbean App"},{"name":"Facebook"},{"name":"LinkedIn"},{"name":"YouTube"},{"name":"Tumblr"},{"name":"WordPress"},{"name":"Podbean API"}]` | `[{"name":"Apple Podcasts"},{"name":"Spotify"},{"name":"Google Podcasts"},{"name":"Overcast"},{"name":"AdsWizz Marketplace"},{"name":"AdsWizz SSP"},{"name":"Squarespace"},{"name":"WordPress"},{"name":"Medium"},{"name":"YouTube"}]` |
| market.availability | `{"primaryMarkets":["US"],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` | `{"hqCountry":"US","primaryMarkets":[],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` |
| platform.support | `{"ios":true,"web":true,"android":true}` | `{"web":true}` |
| pricing | `{"type":"freemium","plans":[{"free":false,"name":"Audio","summary":"$12/month billed annually or $17/month billed monthly","features":["podcast RSS feed","professional podcast website","one-click distribution to directories","podcast analytics","custom domain support"],"components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":12,"period":"month","currency":"USD"},{"kind":"fixed","amount":17,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"description":"Single audio podcast channel with limited monthly storage","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"storage":"16 hours audio per month"}},{"free":false,"name":"Audio or Video","summary":"$29/month billed annually or $39/month billed monthly","features":["podcast RSS feed","professional podcast website","advanced analytics","Ads Marketplace access","Apple Podcasts subscriptions"],"components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":29,"period":"month","currency":"USD"},{"kind":"fixed","amount":39,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"description":"Two podcast channels with higher storage limits for audio and video","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"storage":"160 hours audio or 10 hours video per month"}},{"free":false,"name":"Unlimited Audio & Video","summary":"$79/month billed annually or $99/month billed monthly","features":["unlimited podcasts","dynamic ad insertion","AI Podcast Creator credits","mobile app access","professional analytics","multiple channel support"],"components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":79,"period":"month","currency":"USD"},{"kind":"fixed","amount":99,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"description":"Unlimited audio and video hosting with advanced monetization and creator tools","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"storage":"unlimited"}},{"free":false,"name":"Unlimited Private + 2 Public","summary":"$129/month","features":["unlimited private podcasts","2 public podcasts","SSO login","SOC2 certified security","role-based team access","white-label options","network management"],"components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":129,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"description":"Enterprise solution with unlimited private podcasts and advanced team collaboration features","contactSales":true}],"summary":"From $12/month billed annually. Free tier available.","currency":"USD","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://www.podbean.com/podcast-hosting-pricing","retrievedAt":"2026-09-28T13:51:50.434Z","startingPrice":{"amount":12,"period":"month","currency":"USD"},"billingPeriods":["month","year"]}` | `{"type":"subscription","plans":[{"free":false,"name":"Basic","summary":"$15/month or $13.50/month when prepaid annually","features":["Unlimited storage & uploads","Distribution to all major platforms","Basic analytics","Customizable show website with custom domain","Manage multiple shows","Embeddable episode web player","HTTPS site and RSS feed","Email support","2 team member seats"],"components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":15,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"description":"Core hosting and distribution features","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"storage":"unlimited","team_seats":"2","downloads_per_month":"20K"}},{"free":false,"name":"Essential","summary":"$35/month or $31.50/month when prepaid annually","features":["Everything in Basic","4 team member seats","Additional web players (Mini & Show)","Episode comparison analytics","Location analytics by country & region","Unique listener reports","Web player analytics","Technology analytics (apps, browsers)"],"components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":35,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"description":"All Basic features plus detailed analytics and team collaboration","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"team_seats":"4","downloads_per_month":"50K"}},{"free":false,"name":"Professional","features":["All Basic & Essential features","Dynamic ad insertion & campaign management","Flexible ad marking at show and episode level","Advanced targeting: geo, device, episode, demographic, contextual, brand suitability","Brand blocking via IAB category & advertiser domain","Frequency capping","3rd-party pixel support","Comprehensive reporting suite","Real-time revenue tracking","Customizable & automated reports","Secondary & ad-free feeds","Support for all 3rd-party attribution partners","Priority customer support with setup & migration assistance","Custom volume pricing"],"description":"All Essential features plus dynamic ad insertion and advanced monetization controls","contactSales":true},{"free":false,"name":"Enterprise","features":["All Professional features","API integration for publishing & campaign management","White-labeled & on-demand RSS feed creation","High bitrate audio","Technical implementation support & services","Connection to 3rd-party programmatic buyers and ad networks via AdsWizz SSP","1st & 3rd-party audience data onboarding","Custom reports with industry insights","Dedicated success manager","Volume pricing for team seats"],"description":"All Professional features plus API access, white-label options, and dedicated support","contactSales":true}],"summary":"From $15/month (Basic). 14-day free trial (no credit card required). Professional and Enterprise pricing available upon request.","currency":"USD","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://www.simplecast.com/pricing","retrievedAt":"2026-08-19T16:04:21.747Z","freeTrialDays":14,"startingPrice":{"amount":15,"period":"month","currency":"USD"},"billingPeriods":["month","year"]}` |
| pricing.free_tier | yes | yes |
| pricing.model | freemium | freemium |
| pricing.price_level | low | mid |
| pricing.starting_price | `{"amount":12,"currency":"USD"}` | `{"amount":15,"currency":"USD"}` |
| pricing.transparent | yes | yes |
| security.certifications | `[{"name":"SOC 2 Type II","level":"Type II","status":"active"}]` | - |
| security.gdpr | - | yes |
| security.soc2 | yes | - |

## Capabilities (Podcast Hosting)

| Capability | Podbean | Simplecast |
|---|:--:|:--:|
| **Capabilities** |  |  |
| Podcast rss feed generation distribution | ✓ | - |
| Dynamic audio ad insertion dai | ✓ | - |
| Iab certified listener analytics | ✓ | - |
| Private subscriber only podcast feeds | ✓ | - |
| Automated audio transcription lyrics | - | - |
| Podcast micro website generation | ✓ | - |
| Spotify apple podcasts API sync | ✓ | - |
| Wordpress CMS embed player sync | ✓ | - |
| Patreon subscriber sync | - | - |
| SOC2 type ii | ✓ | - |
| ISO 27001 | - | - |
| Pricing model | Freemium | - |

*Source: vioscaleAI. Generated 2026-10-16T20:04:06.087Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*