Head-to-head · Podcast Hosting Platforms
Spreaker vs Castos
Spreaker leads on 1 check, Castos on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreSpreaker · 8.6/10
- Free planonly Spreaker
- Free trialonly Castos
- Most featuresCastos · 4 of 4
Spreaker scores higher on our rubric for podcast hosting platforms: 8.6 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #9 and #10.
Spreaker offers free plan; Castos doesn't.
Spreaker is the better fit for broadcasters focused on ads and listener memberships. Castos is the better fit for wordPress users needing unlimited podcast hosting.
- Spreaker fits best
Broadcasters focused on ads and listener memberships
- Castos fits best
WordPress users needing unlimited podcast hosting
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Side by side
| Feature | Spreaker 8.6/10 Visit ↗ | Castos 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.6 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #9 in Podcast Hosting Platforms | #10 in Podcast Hosting Platforms |
| Best for | Broadcasters focused on ads and listener memberships | WordPress users needing unlimited podcast hosting |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $20/mo | $190/yr |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | — | 14 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Docs | Email, Docs |
| Integrations | 9 integrations | 12 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Spreaker 3/4 · Castos 4/4 | ||
| RSS feed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Monetization tools | ✓ | ✓ |
| Private podcasts | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video podcast support | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Directory distribution | Major directories | Major directories |
| Monthly upload hours | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Analytics level | Advanced | Advanced |
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| Our verdict | Spreaker is a podcast hosting platform for independent creators, publishers, and podcast networks. It supports episode hosting and publishing, automatic RSS feed generation, distribution to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and other… Read the review → |
Castos is a paid podcast hosting platform for independent creators, businesses, agencies, networks, and organizations. It supports multiple shows with unlimited podcasts, episodes, downloads, and storage, plus automatic distribution to… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Spreaker — where it wins
- Free plan includes unlimited episodes and automatic directory distribution
- IAB-certified analytics support audience and advertising decisions
- Paid tiers add subscriptions, private podcasts, and ad management
Where it doesn't
- Only one podcast is included on the Free Speech plan
- Paid plans start at $20 per month when billed monthly
- Advanced collaboration and campaign tools require higher tiers
Castos — where it wins
- Unlimited podcasts, episodes, downloads, and storage
- Strong WordPress integration through Seriously Simple Podcasting
- Private feeds, analytics, monetization, transcripts, and video support
Where it doesn't
- No permanent free plan
- Advanced features require higher-priced monthly tiers
- Video file hosting is limited to the Pro plan
- Spreaker8.6/10 · Free plan
A broad podcast platform for creators who need distribution, ads, and memberships.
Visit SpreakerFull verdict → - Castos8.5/10 · 14-day trial
A capable podcast host for WordPress users who need unlimited publishing and private feeds.
Visit CastosFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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