Side by side
Podme vs Thx.so
Both stand on podcast monetization platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial AndroidiPhoneWeb
Podme combines premium podcasts, audiobooks, and open RSS listening, with offline downloads and car integrations listed. Review the account limits and plan prices, and note that a Schibsted account is required.
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Free plan Web
Choose Thx.so if you want a short support link for tips and memberships, with members-only posts for bonus audio, video, or files. Its free plan covers unlimited tips, while Pro and Business add creator and team tools. Look elsewhere if a dedicated private RSS feed is essential.
Visit Thx.soThe facts
| Podme | Thx.so | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Premium Student: 49 SEK a month | Pro: $80 a year |
| Plans published | 5 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | podme.com | thx.so |
| On podcast monetization platforms | #24 of 31 | #20 of 31 |
Podme: what it does well
- Premium podcasts and audiobooks in one app.
- Open RSS podcasts are also available.
- Downloads support offline listening and resuming playback.
- CarPlay and Android Auto are listed listening options.
What to know first
- No free plan; subscriptions are paid.
- A Schibsted account is required for sign-in and payments.
- Only one listener can use an account at a time.
- Student pricing requires verification valid for 12 months.
Thx.so: what it does well
- Free plan supports unlimited tips with a 0% platform fee.
- Accepts Apple Pay, Google Pay, and cards on Free.
- Members-only posts can contain audio, video, or files.
- Listeners can pay without creating an account.
- Payouts are described as reaching the creator’s bank on a rolling two-day schedule.
What to know first
- No dedicated private RSS feed is offered.
- Pro costs $8/mo, or $80 / year.
- Business costs $25/mo.