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Simplecast vs Transistor
Both do 1 of the same audio tools task. Below is what each says about its own limits and pricing, and how each ranks on signals we can measure or quote.
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Simplecast
Say hello to the modern podcast hosting, distribution, and analytics platform. Simplecast remains the easiest way for podcasters to publish audio to the world—with one-click publishing to Apple…
Signals score: 3.9 / 5 · not a hands-on test
Visit www.simplecast.comB
Transistor
Upload once and distribute your video and audio podcast to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more. Unlimited shows, detailed analytics, free podcast website, and real human support.
Signals score: 4.1 / 5 · not a hands-on test
Visit transistor.fmPricing, limits and privacy
- Free tier
- A: No free tier listed. All plans include a 14-day trial; the page says no credit card is required.
- B: No free tier listed. The page offers a 14-day free trial.
- Paid plan
- A: Basic $15/mo ($13.50/mo if prepaid annually), 20K downloads/month. Essential $35/mo ($31.50/mo prepaid annually), 50K downloads/month. Professional and Enterprise add-ons: no price, contact sales.
- B: Billed monthly: Starter $19, Professional $49, Business $99, Enterprise 1 $199. Yearly billing is shown as saving 17%, but yearly prices are not listed. Transcription add-on $5/mo (5 hrs) or $20/mo (20 hrs).
- Signup
- A: Not stated. Trial buttons link to a signup page.
- B: Not stated. Trial buttons link to a signup page.
- Watermark
- A: Not applicable.
- B: Not stated. The Business plan removes Transistor branding.
- Where files go
- A: Privacy policy does not say where uploaded audio is stored. It mentions a cloud hosting environment and says personal data is transferred to the United States. Client data is kept for the duration of the account plus time needed for business and legal reasons.
- B: Not stated. The privacy page fetched does not say where files are stored or for how long.
From each tool's own pages, checked 2026-11-01. Prices and limits change; check the tool before you rely on them. Sources are listed on each tool's page.
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