Poddr
Poddr: A focused desktop podcast player with local libraries, downloads, and OPML support. Ranked #46 of 55 in Podcast Apps by our editors (3.9/10); pricing: Free plan; best for open-source multi-desktop podcast listening.
At a glance
- Editor score3.9 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forOpen-source multi-desktop podcast listening
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Facts checked22 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Supports RSS libraries, offline downloads, and OPML
- Offers themes, media keys, and playback retention
Where it doesn't
- No mobile app or cross-device synchronization
- Does not support video, transcripts, or private feeds
- Podcast discovery depends on the iTunes API
Our verdict on Poddr
Poddr is a free, open-source podcast player for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It is designed for listeners who want a desktop application rather than a subscription service or account-based platform. Users can search and browse podcasts through the iTunes API, follow RSS feeds, maintain a local library, download episodes for offline playback, and import or export OPML feeds. Playback progress retention and played-status controls support regular listening across a local collection.
Its strongest fit is a multi-desktop workflow. Poddr provides downloadable desktop packages, customizable themes and accent colors, desktop media-key support, and system integration. The local-library approach means listeners can organize followed RSS feeds without an online account, while OPML import and export can help move feed lists between compatible podcast applications. For solo listeners and small personal setups, the open-source desktop model keeps the product focused on core listening, discovery, and file-based feed management rather than broader platform services.
Poddr is less suitable for listeners who expect a mobile companion, cross-device synchronization, video podcasts, transcripts, or private-feed support. It also does not provide an online account or cloud-based library, so its experience is centered on individual desktop installations. Choose Poddr if Windows, macOS, or Linux coverage, local control, offline downloads, and open-source software matter most. Choose another podcast app if listening needs to continue across mobile and desktop devices or depends on video, transcripts, private feeds, or synchronized progress.
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Poddr pricing
Poddr fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Supported platforms | Windows, Mac OS, Linux |
| Offline downloads | Yes |
| Video podcasts | Not verified |
| Episode transcripts | Not verified |
| Private feed support | Not verified |
| Cross-device sync | Not verified |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Support | Email, Community |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 1 integrations: iTunes API |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | sn8z.github.io |
| Facts checked | 22 Sep 2026 |
Poddr integrations
Poddr lists 1 integrations on its own site.
- iTunes API
Alternatives to Poddr
- 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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