Head-to-head · Podcast Recording Software
Zencastr vs Cleanfeed
Zencastr leads on 1 check, Cleanfeed 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 scoreZencastr · 9.0/10
- Free planboth
- Most featuresZencastr · 4 of 4
Zencastr scores higher on our rubric for podcast recording software: 9.0 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #9.
Zencastr offers local recording; Cleanfeed doesn't. On audio export format, Zencastr gives you Wav_and_mp3 where Cleanfeed offers Wav.
Zencastr is the better fit for free creators needing editing and publishing. Cleanfeed is the better fit for audio-first remote interviews and large rooms.
- Zencastr fits best
Free creators needing editing and publishing
- Cleanfeed fits best
Audio-first remote interviews and large rooms
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Side by side
| Feature | Zencastr 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | Cleanfeed 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #4 in Podcast Recording Software | #9 in Podcast Recording Software |
| Best for | Free creators needing editing and publishing | Audio-first remote interviews and large rooms |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Docs | Email, Docs |
| Compliance | GDPR | GDPR |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Zencastr 4/4 · Cleanfeed 2/4 | ||
| Separate participant tracks | ✓ | ✓ |
| Local recording | ✓ (best) | — |
| Video recording | ✓ | ✓ |
| Automatic transcription | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Maximum participants | Not checked yet | 32 people |
| Audio export format | Wav_and_mp3 | Wav |
| Recording platform | Browser | Browser |
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| Our verdict | Zencastr is a podcast creation platform for individual creators and podcast teams that need recording, editing, transcription, hosting, and publishing tools in one workflow. Sessions can run in a browser, on desktop, or through iOS. Each… Read the review → |
Cleanfeed is a browser-based remote recording studio for podcasters, broadcasters, voice actors, and audio-production teams. It handles real-time audio sessions with remote guests and includes recording, multitrack exports, markers, clips,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Zencastr — where it wins
- Free plan includes separate local audio and video recording
- Automatic transcription includes speaker labels and unlimited hours
- Supports hosting, publishing, clips, and major podcast platforms
Where it doesn't
- The free plan supports up to six participants
- Enterprise pricing and capacity are custom
- Its broad feature set may exceed simple recording needs
Cleanfeed — where it wins
- Multitrack recording gives each guest a separate track.
- Pro supports up to 32 guests with mixing and auxiliary outputs.
- Integrates with Zoom, Audacity, Hindenburg, Adobe Audition, and Reaper.
Where it doesn't
- Cleanfeed runs through compatible web browsers only.
- Cinema supports up to 16 guests, fewer than Pro's 32.
- Video is limited to the Cleanfeed Cinema plan.
- Zencastr9.0/10 · Free plan
A capable free option for creators who need recording, editing, and publishing tools.
Visit ZencastrFull verdict → - Cleanfeed8.5/10 · Free plan
A focused browser studio for multitrack remote audio, with video in Cinema.
Visit CleanfeedFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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