Airshow

Freemium#44 of 55 in Podcast Apps

Airshow: A focused iOS podcast app for queue-based listening and filtered downloads. Ranked #44 of 55 in Podcast Apps by our editors (4.2/10); pricing: Free plan; best for apple users wanting a lightweight queue app.

4.2/10★★☆☆☆Editor score

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At a glance

• Editor score
  4.2 / 10
• Pricing
  Free plan
• Best for
  Apple users wanting a lightweight queue app
• Free plan
  Yes
• Facts checked
  22 Sep 2026

• Where it wins

  • Keyword filters help manage episode downloads.
  • Chapters, playlists, timers, widgets, and CarPlay support.
  • Sync covers subscriptions, queues, playback positions, and preferences.

• Where it doesn't

  • Available only on iPhone and iPad.
  • Free listening does not include synchronization.
  • Its feature set is narrower than broader podcast platforms.

Our verdict on Airshow

Airshow is a podcast player for iPhone and iPad built around queue-based listening with minimal management. It supports subscriptions, episode downloads, show notes, chapters, lightweight playlists, playback-speed controls, sleep timers, notifications, widgets, and CarPlay playback. That makes it a fit for solo listeners who want a focused mobile app for organizing and playing podcast episodes rather than a broader platform with wider device coverage.

Its strongest feature set centers on listening flow. Keyword-based download filters can help direct which episodes are stored for offline playback, while the queue, playback controls, chapters, sleep timers, and playlists cover the main tasks involved in regular podcast listening. Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets, rich episode notifications, and CarPlay queue access extend those controls across the Apple ecosystem. Feedbin is the key synchronization integration, and synchronization covers subscriptions, queue contents, playback positions, and preferences across supported devices.

The plan structure keeps the basic player accessible: the Free plan provides podcast listening without synchronization. The Airshow-only sync plan adds synchronization for Airshow subscriptions, queue, playback positions, and preferences. Airshow therefore suits iPhone and iPad listeners who value a concise queue experience, offline downloads, and Apple platform features. It is less suitable for people who need support beyond iOS, a wider integration ecosystem, or a broader set of podcast-management capabilities.

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Airshow pricing

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Airshow fact sheet

Airshow integrations

Airshow lists 2 integrations on its own site.

• Feedbin
• Apple CarPlay

Alternatives to Airshow

• Apple PodcastsA broad podcast service with discovery, video, transcripts, private feeds, and device sync.9.3
• OvercastA strong Apple-focused player for listeners who want smarter playback and organization.9.1
• Pocket CastsA broad podcast app with free cross-device access and focused Plus upgrades.8.8

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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