Simplecast
Hostcomplex score
6.1/10Simplecast is a podcast platform that sells hosting, publishing, distribution and audience analytics, alongside tools for podcast websites, players and monetization. It is designed to help creators manage a show and connect with listeners across podcast apps.
Simplecast plans compared
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6.1/10
- Podcasts
- –
- Downloads
- 20,000 downloads/mnd
- Price
- $15.00/mo same price
Prices per month excl. VAT where the provider states so. The average cost includes the renewal price after the intro period. Prices checked 5 November 2026, 15:00.
All specifications
| Plan | Simplecast |
|---|---|
| API | Yes |
| Billing | Maandelijks, Jaarlijks |
| Support | |
| Podcast website | Yes |
| YouTube publishing | Yes |
| Analytics | Yes |
| Free plan | No |
| Free trial | Yes |
| Switching (RSS import) | Yes |
| Dynamic ad insertion (DAI) | Yes |
| Distribution to platforms | Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music |
| Embeddable player | Yes |
| 301 redirect when leaving | Yes |
| Team members (entry plan) | 2 gebruikers |
| Upload limit (entry plan) | Unlimited |
| Own domain | Yes |
| IAB-certified stats | Yes |
| Pricing model | Abonnement |
| Video podcasts | Yes |
| Ad marketplace | Yes |
| Private podcasts | No |
| Downloads included (entry plan) | 20,000 downloads/mnd |
About the company
Simplecast was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Troy, United States. It began as a podcast platform and is known for bringing podcast hosting and distribution together with analytics and an embeddable player.
Sirius XM Holdings acquired Simplecast in 2020. Simplecast’s privacy policy identifies it as a wholly owned subsidiary of AdsWizz, which is also connected to its advertising and monetization tools.
What Simplecast offers
Podcast hosting and distribution
Simplecast hosts podcast audio and RSS feeds, with tools to publish episodes and distribute them to podcast directories and listening apps. Our comparison lists distribution to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and Amazon Music, as well as RSS import and export options.
Podcast analytics and reporting
Creators can use audience analytics and content-performance reporting to understand how their shows are being listened to. Simplecast also lists IAB-certified statistics in our comparison.
Podcast websites and players
The service offers podcast websites and an embeddable web player for presenting episodes on a site. Our comparison also lists custom-domain support.
Podcast monetization
Simplecast offers AdsWizz-powered advertising and monetization services, including ad insertion, campaign tools and an ad marketplace. These tools may suit publishers looking to incorporate advertising into their podcast operation.
Enterprise and integration services
Enterprise features include API integrations, custom RSS feed options, reporting and technical implementation support. The provider also names its Moveable Audio Engine and API among its services.
Servers and support
Simplecast lists Amazon Web Services as a subprocessor for storage, compute and content delivery, and says service data may be processed in the United States. The exact server or data-centre regions are not confirmed.
Support is available by email, and the provider offers a searchable online help centre and educational sessions hosted by its support team. Support hours and guaranteed response times are not confirmed.
Who Simplecast suits
Simplecast is relevant to independent creators and podcast teams looking for hosting, publishing, distribution and analytics in one service, as well as publishers seeking advertising tools or enterprise integrations. Our comparison lists a free trial, monthly and annual billing, and no free plan.
It may not suit anyone who needs private podcasts: our comparison lists no private-podcast feature. Check the plan details for the tools and limits you need before choosing.
Read our full Simplecast review for our assessment, or compare it with other podcast hosting services.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Simplecast based?
Simplecast is headquartered in Troy, United States. Its exact server or data-centre regions are not confirmed.
What does Simplecast sell?
Simplecast offers podcast hosting and distribution, analytics, websites and players, monetization tools, and enterprise integrations and services.
Does Simplecast offer a free plan or trial?
Our comparison lists a free trial but no free plan.
What billing options are listed for Simplecast?
Our comparison lists monthly and annual billing. Other subscription terms can depend on the service or sales order.
