OpenAir
OpenAir: A capable open-source podcast app for listeners across desktop and mobile platforms. Ranked #21 of 55 in Podcast Apps by our editors (6.5/10); pricing: Free plan; best for open-source listening across many platforms.
At a glance
- Editor score6.5 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forOpen-source listening across many platforms
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free and open-source with source code under the MIT License
- Supports RSS, OPML, downloads, playlists, chapters, and synchronization
- Available on Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, and Windows
Where it doesn't
- Video podcast support is not part of its stated focus
- Transcripts are not among the listed features
- Private-feed workflows are not included in the listed feature set
Our verdict on OpenAir
OpenAir is a free, open-source podcast application for discovering, subscribing to, and listening to podcasts. It suits listeners who want control over their podcast library across desktop and mobile devices, with support for Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, and Windows. Discovery uses PodcastIndex and Fyyd, while RSS subscriptions and OPML import and export support migration between podcast apps. The project is built with Flutter and published under the MIT License.
Its strongest area is everyday podcast listening across devices. OpenAir supports episode downloads for offline listening, automatic downloads, custom playlists, playback-speed controls, a sleep timer, chapter navigation, dark mode, and adjustable text size. Listening progress and subscriptions can synchronize between devices, with Supabase listed as an integration. This gives the product a broad feature set for audio podcast libraries without adding paid plan distinctions to the listening workflow.
OpenAir is a good fit for listeners who value open-source software, offline access, library portability, and broad platform availability. Buyers focused on video podcasts, transcripts, or private-feed workflows should choose an alternative designed around those needs instead. The app is also more focused on core podcast discovery and playback than on additional intelligent features, with AI features not included. Choose OpenAir when cross-platform listening and open-source access matter most; look elsewhere when specialized podcast formats or richer content tools are central to the decision.
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OpenAir pricing
OpenAir fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Supported platforms | Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, Windows |
| Offline downloads | Yes |
| Video podcasts | Not verified |
| Episode transcripts | Not verified |
| Private feed support | Not verified |
| Cross-device sync | Yes |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Support | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 3 integrations: PodcastIndex, Fyyd, Supabase |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | openair-podcast.github.io |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
OpenAir integrations
OpenAir lists 3 integrations on its own site.
- PodcastIndex
- Fyyd
- Supabase
Alternatives to OpenAir
- 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
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