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OpenStream vs Podvertise Marketplace

Both stand on podcast advertising platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

OpenStream

Free plan Web

OpenStream offers audio ad monetization options for radio and podcast publishers, with an audience and revenue dashboard. Its account limit currently closes registration, and publisher payments involve an earnings threshold and validation period.

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Podvertise Marketplace

Free plan Web

Choose Podvertise Marketplace if you are buying podcast advertising or offering podcast inventory and want listings with filters for audience, format, placement, and price. Podcasters can join for free, while the stated starting price for the marketplace is $495 and individual offers have their own prices. Consider the account requirement for advertisers, PayPal payment method, and publisher commission terms when deciding whether the marketplace fits your workflow.

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The facts

OpenStreamPodvertise Marketplace
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onWebWeb
Lowest paid planFree or on requestNot published
Plans published1None
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websiteopenstream.copodvertise.fm
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OpenStream: what it does well

  • Free to use with no obligation.
  • Radio and podcast ad options are listed.
  • Publishers can retain podcast sponsors.
  • Dashboard includes revenue and audience statistics.
  • Service says it does not store podcast content.

What to know first

  • New account registration is closed.
  • BluBrry is unsupported.
  • Fast-lane accounts require at least 1 million monthly active sessions.
  • Payments require $50 in earnings and four-month validation.

Podvertise Marketplace: what it does well

  • Catalog homepage says advertisers can search 600,000 active podcasts.
  • Listings can be filtered by format, position, language, audience downloads, and price.
  • Supports host-read, pre-recorded, interview, review, and cross-promotion formats.
  • Podcasters can register for free and create offers.
  • Advertisers pay for completed verified ad spots, according to the terms.

What to know first

  • Advertisers need an account to place and track orders.
  • PayPal is currently the accepted payment method for marketplace orders.
  • Publisher commission is normally 15%, with variations by written agreement.

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