Side by side
Captivate vs JustCast
Both stand on podcast hosting platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid Web
Captivate combines hosting, distribution, analytics, and additional publishing tools in a web service. Compare the plans’ download limits and annual billing with the needs of your shows.
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Free trial Web
JustCast brings hosting, private feeds, episode scheduling, and AI-generated episode materials together. Compare the plan’s podcast and transcript allowances with your needs; there is no free plan after the trial.
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| Captivate | JustCast | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Starter: $9 a month |
| Plans published | 3 | 3 |
| Maker | Captivate | JustCast |
| Website | captivate.fm | justcast.com |
| On podcast hosting platforms | #48 of 71 | #52 of 71 |
Captivate: what it does well
- Provides an RSS feed and major-directory distribution.
- Includes advanced podcast analytics.
- Supports private podcasts and video podcasts.
- Plans include unlimited podcasts and storage.
- Offers a 30-day trial.
What to know first
- There is no free plan.
- The listed platform is web.
- Personal limits downloads to 30,000 per month.
JustCast: what it does well
- AI can generate transcripts and episode materials
- Private feeds are unlisted on public platforms
- Dropbox import and scheduled publishing
- Customizable player embeds on websites and social media
- 14-day trial available
What to know first
- No free plan
- Starter includes 200 transcript minutes
- Professional costs $19 a month
- Business costs $70 a month
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