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Head-to-head · Digital Audio Advertising Software

Acast vs AdsWizz AudioMax

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Acast #2 in Digital Audio Advertising Software 8.2/10 Free plan · paid from $14.99/mo (annual) Free plan Visit Acast

Acast leads on 1 check, AdsWizz AudioMax on 0, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreAcast · 8.2/10
  • Free planonly Acast

Acast scores higher on our rubric for digital audio advertising software: 8.2 against 6.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #8.

Acast offers free plan; AdsWizz AudioMax doesn't publish it.

Acast is the better fit for podcasters seeking low-cost hosting with monetization tools. AdsWizz AudioMax is the better fit for mid-market and enterprise teams coordinating audio ads.

  • Acast fits best

    Podcasters seeking low-cost hosting with monetization tools

  • AdsWizz AudioMax fits best

    Mid-market and enterprise teams coordinating audio ads

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Side by side

Feature Acast 8.2/10 Visit ↗ AdsWizz AudioMax 6.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.2 6.6
Ranking #2 in Digital Audio Advertising Software #8 in Digital Audio Advertising Software
Best for Podcasters seeking low-cost hosting with monetization tools Mid-market and enterprise teams coordinating audio ads
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price $14.99/mo Not published
Free plan ✓ (best) Not published
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Browser extension Cloud
Platforms Web Web
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Mid-market, Enterprise
Specs
Audio inventory Not published Both
Buying method Not published Not published
Targeting options Not published Not published
Measurement features Not published Not published
Supported ad formats Not published Not published
Minimum campaign spend Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Free hosting with distribution to major podcast apps and directories
  • Advanced audience analytics, scheduling, and bulk editing
  • Private RSS feeds, subscriptions, migration tools, and embeddable players
  • Plans and activates streaming audio and podcast campaigns
  • Combines audience targeting with campaign measurement and reporting
  • Centralizes audio campaign management in a cloud platform
Cons
  • Multiple shows and unlimited episodes require the Essential tier
  • Video publishing is currently distributed to Apple Podcasts
  • A card is required for a trial
  • Pricing requires contacting AdsWizz
  • Product information provides limited detail on features
  • Designed for digital audio rather than broader ad campaign management
Our verdict

Acast is a cloud-based podcast hosting and monetization platform for independent creators, publishers, and podcast networks. It manages RSS feeds, distributes episodes to major listening directories, provides podcast websites and embed…

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AdsWizz AudioMax is a cloud-based audio advertising platform for brands and agencies planning campaigns across streaming audio and podcasts. Its stated fit includes mid-market and enterprise teams that want to coordinate digital audio…

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  1. AcastDigital Audio Advertising Software 8.2Free plan · paid from $14.99/mo (annual)
  2. AdsWizz AudioMaxDigital Audio Advertising Software 6.6Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Acast — where it wins

    • Free hosting with distribution to major podcast apps and directories
    • Advanced audience analytics, scheduling, and bulk editing
    • Private RSS feeds, subscriptions, migration tools, and embeddable players

    Where it doesn't

    • Multiple shows and unlimited episodes require the Essential tier
    • Video publishing is currently distributed to Apple Podcasts
    • A card is required for a trial
  • AdsWizz AudioMax — where it wins

    • Plans and activates streaming audio and podcast campaigns
    • Combines audience targeting with campaign measurement and reporting
    • Centralizes audio campaign management in a cloud platform

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contacting AdsWizz
    • Product information provides limited detail on features
    • Designed for digital audio rather than broader ad campaign management
  • Acast8.2/10 · Free plan · paid from $14.99/mo (annual)

    Acast combines podcast publishing, analytics, distribution, and creator monetization tools.

    Visit AcastFull verdict →
  • AdsWizz AudioMax6.6/10 · Pricing on request

    A centralized platform for planning, targeting and reporting on digital audio campaigns.

    Contact AdsWizzFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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