Buzzsprout

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Free Podcast Hosting

How to Replace Buzzsprout

Overview

Buzzsprout is a podcast hosting and distribution platform that makes it easy to launch, manage, and grow your podcast. It provides tools for uploading episodes, distributing to major podcast directories, monetizing content, and tracking analytics with AI-powered features like automatic transcription and audio enhancement.

Features

28 features across 20 categories

AI(1)

CoHost AIAIPremium

AI-powered generation of show notes, transcripts, chapters, and more

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Accessibility(1)

Episode TranscriptionAI

Transcribe episodes inside Buzzsprout to make your podcast more accessible to search engines, speed-readers, and people who are hard of hearing

Also in: Justinmind, Justworks, Notion

Account Management(1)

Multiple Podcasts

Create as many podcasts as you like under one account

Also in: Keeper, 1Password, Bitwarden

Analytics(1)

Advanced Podcast Analytics

Track podcast downloads with advanced statistics. Filter by episode, device type, date, podcast app, or location. IAB certified analytics included with all plans.

Also in: Hugging Face, Notion, Smartsheet

Audio Processing(3)

Filler KillerAIPremium

Eliminate distractions like 'uhms' and 'ahs' from podcast audio

Magic MasteringAIPremium

Achieve studio-level sound easily and automatically by removing background noise, balancing levels, and removing filler words. Like an Instagram filter for your audio.

Power CleanAIPremium

Cut background noise from podcast audio

Collaboration(1)

Unlimited Team MembersPremium

Have as many people as you want manage your podcast

Also in: Notion, Airtable, Obsidian

Community(1)

Buzzsprout Podcast Community

Private Facebook community for learning and growth

Also in: Squarespace, Hugging Face, Obsidian

Content Management(4)

Dynamic Content

Add and remove pre-roll and post-roll segments to episodes. Send messages to all listeners regardless of the episode they're enjoying.

Dynamic Content Add-onPremium

Premium feature for managing dynamic content across episodes

Easy Podcast Migration

Easily migrate your podcast from another hosting platform

Easy UploadAI

Automatic episode optimization without worrying about filetypes, bitrates, or ID3 tags. Publish immediately or schedule episodes.

Also in: Juro, Notion, WordPress.com

Core Hosting(1)

Free Podcast Hosting

Get your episodes online and out to the world with free hosting for 90 days

Customization(1)

Customizable Podcast Player

Create and embed a podcast player that matches your unique brand with controls for skip, speed, sharing, and customization

Distribution(2)

Podcast Distribution

Get listed in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podcast Index, Amazon Music, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, TuneIn, Alexa, Overcast, PocketCasts, Castro, Castbox, and Podchaser

RSS Feed

Get your podcast's RSS Feed for distribution

Education(1)

In-depth Podcasting Guides

Step-by-step guides, video tutorials, and courses to help launch a successful podcast

Engagement(1)

Podcast Achievements

Celebrate podcast milestones and successes with achievements

Integration(1)

Buzzsprout APIPremium

Direct API access for tech-savvy podcasters to integrate with existing tools

Listener Engagement(1)

Fan Mail

Get feedback and support from your listeners

Mobile(1)

Mobile App

Manage your show anywhere with Buzzsprout for mobile, including publishing episodes and fixing details on the go

Monetization(3)

Buzzsprout AdsPremium

Get paid by running ads for products and other podcasts within episodes. Maintain full control by accepting or declining ad opportunities.

Listener Support SubscriptionsPremium

Let fans support the podcast with monthly donations through PayPal. Accept recurring listener payments.

Podcast SubscriptionsPremium

Publish premium content exclusively for super fans with bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening. Integrates with Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.

Promotion(1)

Visual Soundbites

Create videos to share on social media to promote your podcast

Support(1)

Customer Support

Award-winning customer support with 94% great ratings and responsive email support

Website(1)

Customizable Podcast Website

Create a beautiful podcast website with your own custom URL, SEO optimization, podcast transcripts, RSS Feed, and links to top podcast apps

Pricing

Free

Free for 90 days
  • Free Podcast Hosting
  • Podcast Distribution
  • Advanced Analytics
  • Customizable Podcast Player
  • Customizable Podcast Website
  • In-depth Guides
  • Customer Support

Starter

$19/month or $199/year
  • 6 hours upload per month
  • 72 hours per year
  • Everything you need to launch a successful podcast
  • Listener Support
  • Podcast Website
  • Video Soundbites
  • Listed in Podcast Directories
  • In-depth Podcasting Guides

Professional

$39/month or $399/year
  • 15 hours upload per month
  • 180 hours per year
  • More hours for multiple podcasts
  • Listener Support
  • Buzzsprout Ads
  • Podcast Website
  • Video Soundbites
  • Advanced Stats
  • Listed in Podcast Directories
  • Unlimited Team Members
  • Easy Podcast Migration
  • Podcast RSS Feed
  • Custom Embed Players
  • In-depth Podcasting Guides

Network

$79/month or $799/year
  • 35 hours upload per month
  • 420 hours per year
  • Launch and grow your own indie podcast network
  • Listener Support
  • Buzzsprout Ads
  • Podcast Website
  • Video Soundbites
  • Advanced Stats
  • Listed in Podcast Directories
  • Unlimited Team Members
  • Easy Podcast Migration
  • Podcast RSS Feed
  • Dynamic Content
  • Podcast Achievements
  • Custom Embed Players
  • In-depth Podcasting Guides

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Buzzsprout

Monthly$19/mo
Yearly$228/yr
5-Year Total$1.1k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~2 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 Year
SaaS
$228
DIY
$240
3 Years
SaaS
$684
DIY
$720
5 Years
SaaS
$1.1k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 28 features at very easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Buzzsprout alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 28 features.

Buy Buzzsprout

Better Value
Monthly cost$190/mo
3-year total$6,840
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$12,000
Maintenance$180/mo
3-year total$18,480
Dev time~1 months

Buying Buzzsprout saves ~$11,640 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 28 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

16 known integrations

AlexaAmazon MusicApple PodcastsApple Podcasts SubscriptionsCastboxCastroiHeartRadioOvercastPayPalPocketCastsPodcast IndexPodchaserSpotifyStitcherTuneInYouTube