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Podcast Machine vs Transistor
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.
Free plan Web
Visit Podcast Machine 
Free trial APIWeb
Transistor brings hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetization options together on the web. Compare the plan's monthly download and private subscriber limits with the scale of your show.
Visit TransistorThe facts
| Podcast Machine | Transistor | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Starter: $5 a month | Starter: $19 a month |
| Plans published | 5 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Transistor |
| Website | podcastmachine.com | transistor.fm |
| On podcast hosting platforms | #33 of 71 | #37 of 71 |
Podcast Machine: what it does well
Transistor: what it does well
- Distributes shows through RSS and major directories
- Includes advanced podcast analytics
- Offers monetization tools
- Supports private and video podcasts
- 14-day trial available
What to know first
- No free plan
- Starter allows 20K monthly downloads
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