Best Podcast Apps That You Should Try Today

Delivering informative and engaging content via Podcast is on the rise. As a growing marketing niche, a podcast is an excellent tool for businesses to build authority and improve the brand’s visibility while providing valuable, informative, and entertaining content to their target audience. The best part, a podcast covers all genres – literature, technology, comedy, documentary, culture, entertainment, politics, and much more. There are many free podcast apps available along with subscription platforms. Below we have listed some of the best podcast apps for Android and iOS that you can download right away.

A] Why Use a Voice-Over Artist for Podcasts?

When creating a podcast, creators need to ensure that the host can keep the audience engaged and interested. However, not many people have the required skills to deliver an engaging performance in the right tone & style that can resonate with the listeners. Thus, here a voice over artist for a podcast can help turn listeners into loyal followers. This, in turn, can contribute to increasing your financial opportunities as well.

What’s more:

The best voice-over artist for podcasts adds credibility, sophistication, and professionalism, enhancing the overall quality.

• A voice-over artist adds credibility, sophistication, and professionalism to your podcast, enhancing the overall quality.
• An experienced VO artist can be consistent with their performance throughout the episodic series.
• They also have access to advanced technologies and quality equipment that can make a big difference compared to recording it over the phone.

Further reading: Tips For Choosing The Best VO Artist For Audiobooks

B. Best Apps for Podcasts: Free and Premium

Discover the best podcasts on the below listed easy-to-use apps that offer ample features and can be downloaded on all Android and iOS devices.

1. Audible

Audible is an audiobook-centric app famous for its selection of audiobooks but also features several original podcasts. Once you pick a show on the platform, you can check out the reviews from listeners with star ratings on the host’s performance, the story, and the overall podcast.

This app providers users offline listening access. They can also add their preferred podcasts to their library. So when a new episode comes out, it gets automatically downloaded. The Audible app is available for download on both iOs and Android devices.

Check out some of my works on Audible.

2. Spotify

It is considered the world’s best and most popular music-streaming platform. Spotify introduced its podcast services in early 2016, offering podcasts in varied categories – comedy, sports, recreation, etc. Users can subscribe to individual podcasts, share them through social media, and also manage downloads. Playback and management options are limited compared to other podcast apps. But, if you are an avid Spotify user, you should give it a try. This app is available on both Android and iOs devices.

3. Google Podcasts

Google Podcast is the customary free podcast app for Android. It is one of the simplest options with convenient features that makes it easy for users to discover the best podcasts online. Like other apps, you can subscribe to the shows and download them to listen offline. It provides a 30-second fast-forward option, a sleep timer, and an option to skip the silent segment on a show.

4. Apple Podcasts

Apple Podcast is one of the most comprehensive free podcast services providing access to over 30 million podcast episodes along with a helpful Siri voice-search feature. You can easily download episodes and listen to them offline. If your account is linked to the Alexa app, you can listen to Apple Podcasts using voice commands and seamlessly switch between devices, picking up where you left. While being exclusive to iOS devices, the app is also available for download on tvOS, watchOS, and macOS operating systems.

5. Pocket Casts

This is by far one of the best podcast apps for Android, thanks to its user-friendly interface and abundant features. The first screen that appears right after opening the app is the featured podcasts. You can navigate to other helpful tabs like trending, categories, etc. The ‘Categories tab’ displays a list of podcasts sorted into different categories, while the ‘Network tab’ lays out a list of major podcast stations in the app like Relay FM, Forbes, etc. These stations have channels consisting of their own episodes.

Pocket Casts also offers various search filters that make finding a specific podcast easy. Its auto-download feature ensures all-new episodes of the selected podcast is downloaded when released on your favourite channel. It also supports cross-platform synchronization and is free to download & use.

6. Khabri

Khabri is India’s rapidly-growing digital audio platform that provides content in regional languages. This ad-free podcast app allows users to listen and create podcasts in regional languages, which can be downloaded and viewed offline. It also provides curated podcast content for local listeners. Khabri is a big hit among audiences from tier II and III cities in India.

7. CastBox

With over 5 million downloads and a 4.7 rating, CastBox is probably the best Android podcast app. It offers a vast collection of over 1 million channels with over 50 million free streamable episodes in 70 different languages. It has an easy-to-use UI and offers Cloud sync support. With the Cloud sync support, you can enjoy uninterrupted service on all devices, including Chromecast, Alexa smart speaker, and other Android auto-backed devices. With this app, you can record podcast episodes through the app or desktops without any hosting fee. It is available on both Android and iOS devices and is free.

8. Podbean

To use Podbean, you need to sign up. The main screen displays various podcasts based on recommendations, audiobooks, and top 100. If you are looking for something specific, the search filter on the app can help. You can also add custom podcasts using RSS feed URL or import using an OPML file. Some of its features are audio-effects, lock-screen control, Chromecast support, and integration with Amazon Alexa. It is free to use and available on both Android and iOS.

9. Podcast Republic

Podcast Republic is another best free podcast app for Android. It provides a search filter that makes finding the right podcasts hassle-free. It offers a wide range of categories – health & fitness, history, business, fiction, science, technology, and more. It supports automatic download and offers car mode for easy handling while driving. Chromecast and Android Wear support also lets you cast or control the app from your wrist. It also features radio stations that can be searched or added by URL.

10. Hubhopper

Hubhopper is available on both Android and iOS devices and provides podcasts and audiobooks. The platform started as a social network but soon shifted to podcast directory and short-form content aggregation. Hubhopper is the largest publisher and podcast directory in India. While the app has more India-specific content, it also provides access to bite-sized news stories and summaries of trending International content.

11. Stitcher

You need to sign up to use the app. Once logged in, select at least one topic to move forward. The app will show relevant content accordingly, and you can add more topics later. Different channels or stations can be combined to create a playlist. For episodes you wish to listen to, you can mark them as “Listen Later.” Stitcher provides users with a one-month free trial. Post that, a subscription fee is levied to use the premium version.

12. Podcast Go

Podcast Go is a pretty efficient app featuring a clutter-free interface for quick navigation. It has a huge library of over 8,00,000 episodes and offers customization for a fully personalized listening experience. Podcast Go Go supports Android devices and plays well with Chromecast too.

13. Podcast Player

Podcast Player is a fully-featured podcast app for Android featuring thousands of podcasts. You can listen to podcasts and also tune in to your favourite radio stations here. The app is free, but for an ad-free listening experience, update to the pro-version.

14. Aawaz.com

This is an audio-on-demand platform comprising over 300 hours of original audio programming in Hindi. It includes devotional chants, bhajans, celebrity interviews, and mythological stories, among others. The Aawaz app is available on both Android and iOS devices.

15. Anchor

Anchor as a platform offers unlimited hosting to its users. The app lets you record audio and publish it on various other platforms like iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, etc. It also lets you import audio from other devices to upload. The app and the hosting are free. Anchor provides a mutually-beneficial business model that can help you earn money.

Conclusion

Considering the number of podcast apps available today, picking the best can be a task. So, I hope this list helps you pick the best podcast app suited for your needs. If you require a voice over artist for your next podcast, you can get in touch with me.

Peter Abraham

Peter Abraham is a versatile voice-over artist based in Mumbai working in the voiceover industry since 2009. With a passion for storytelling and meticulous attention to detail in every project, he brings scripts to life with his captivating voice and professional delivery, exceeding client expectations. Whether it's a commercial or an audiobook, Peter specializes in a wide range of voice-over work, ensuring the highest quality.