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FluidCast vs Podverse
Both stand on podcast apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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FluidCast includes offline listening, transcripts, local file playback, and playback controls in its Free plan. Pro adds sync and organization features, while its AI ad skipping has stated accuracy, battery, and iOS requirements.
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Podverse combines podcast playback with feeds, transcripts, and other Podcasting 2.0 features across several platforms. Check the stated mobile OS support and note that media comes from podcasters’ public servers.
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| FluidCast | Podverse | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | FluidCast Pro: £2.49 a month | Premium: $18 a year |
| Plans published | 5 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | fluidcastapp.com | podverse.fm |
| On podcast apps | #8 of 55 | #12 of 55 |
FluidCast: what it does well
- Available on web, iOS, macOS, Android, Windows, and Linux.
- Free plan includes offline downloads and transcripts.
- Playback includes variable speed and silence skipping.
- Voice Lift boosts quieter voices.
- Pro syncs subscriptions, playback position, and settings.
What to know first
- AI ad skipping may be inaccurate.
- AI ad skipping may use more battery.
- On iOS, AI ad skipping requires iOS 26 or later.
- Lifetime is listed at £89.99 a month.
Podverse: what it does well
- Works on web, iOS, Android, and F-Droid.
- Supports offline downloads, private feeds, and video podcasts.
- CarPlay is included in both tiers.
- Premium adds sync, notifications, clips, and playlists.
What to know first
- Official support is stated for iOS 14–16 and Android 11–13.
- Podverse does not host podcast audio or video files.
- Dynamic ads can make clip timestamps inaccurate.
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