Side by side
iVoox vs OpenAir
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.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
iVoox combines free listening and creator publishing with optional paid listening plans and monetization tools. Its Spanish-language catalog focus and several distinct paid offers are worth considering when choosing a plan.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
Choose OpenAir if you want a free, open-source podcast app with RSS and OPML support, offline listening, and chapter navigation. Look elsewhere if desktop sign-in or cloud sync is essential, or if you require locally stored data to be encrypted at rest.
Visit OpenAirThe facts
| iVoox | OpenAir | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 6 | 1 |
| Maker | iVoox | Not published |
| Website | ivoox.com | openair-podcast.github.io |
| On podcast apps | #11 of 55 | #15 of 55 |
iVoox: what it does well
- Free listening, downloading and sharing
- Personalized recommendations and offline listening
- Free podcast publishing and management
- One-click distribution to other platforms
- Supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
What to know first
- Catalog is described as Spanish-language
- Premium monthly price rises after six months
- Fan subscription minimum is selected by each creator
OpenAir: what it does well
- Free and open-source podcast listening.
- Imports subscriptions through OPML and supports RSS feeds.
- Downloads episodes for offline listening and can auto-download.
- Offers chapter navigation, playlists, and progress tracking.
- Available on Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, and Windows.
What to know first
- Desktop sign-in and cloud sync are unavailable.
- Locally stored app data is not encrypted at rest.
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