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New Pro Audio Refinement on Windows A Compendium of Leading Tools for Quieter Recording Environments for 2024
Pro Audio Refinement on Windows: A Compendium of Leading Tools for Quieter Recording Environments
Background noise is the unwanted sound present in the background while recording audio. It diminishes the overall sound quality of the audio or video. It is not always possible to make a call or record an audio or video from a silent room. Then the noise was made by working machines like a fan, air conditioner, etc., or people talking. It will make it difficult to hear the recording and concentrate on the topic. Quite annoying, right?
Best Audio Editors to Remove Background Noise from Audio
We all know background noise will reduce the overall impression of the video no matter how perfect the video is. Here we will discuss 4 applications that can be used to remove background noise from any audio clip (they are listed in no particular order).
In this article
02 Audacity
Part 1: Wondershare Filmora
Wondershare Filmora is a video editing app with extensive features and options for editing a video or audio. Amateurs, as well as professionals, equally use this application. You can remove background noise by its simple denoise feature in several mins. Let’s see how noise reduction is done using Filmora:
Download Filmora below, and install it on your computer.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.12 or later
Open Filmora, and go to File-Import Media to import your source video to the Media Library.
Add or drag-n-drop the source video to the video track. Then right-click the video on the track, and select Adjust Audio option.
The audio settings panel will pop up. Please enable the Remove background noise option, and then adjust the denoising level to Strong by moving the pointer to the extreme right.
Playback your video on the line and check whether the voice quality has been improved.
Filmora supports various video formats. You can select the format you want and export the video or upload your video to Youtube and Vimeo directly. Once done, click Export to save or export your video.
Tips:
The audio can also be fine-tuned by using the Equalizer feature of Filmora, making the audio sound more natural. Also, the Audio Mixer feature will help you to edit the audio further and save it in MP3 format.
Part 2: Audacity
Audacity is an open platform for audio recording and editing. It is a very simple-to-use application and can be used to record, play, import, and export any audio files of WAV, MP3, AIFF, and OGG. Audacity also offers mixing tracks and applying special effects to the audios.
First, select the “silent” part of the audio, where only the noise can be heard.
Tap on the Effects menu at the top and select Noise Removal.
Tap on the Get Noise Profile option.
Select all the audios from which you wish to remove the background noise.
Now once again, go to the Effects menu and tap on the Noise Removal option.
Adjust the settings if you feel it is necessary and click OK to save the settings.
Listen to the audio clip to ensure the quality has been improved and the noise reduced. And here are the waveforms before and after the noise removal.
Tips:
It is always recommended to reduce the noise before recording audio on Audacity.
Part 3: VSDC Video Editor
VSDC is a top-notch video editor with various high-end editing tools that allow users to enhance their videos easily. It offers screen recording, voice-overs, color correction, and even the green screen effect. To help you refine your videos to the highest quality, you can use the noise removal tool in VSDC.
Here are the easy steps to de-noise audio:
Open the VSDC video editor. Then click on the Editor tab and click on Run Sprite Wizard or Audio.
Select a file to be imported or drag and drop it to the slides. Click Apply Settings to proceed.
Open the Audio effects drop-down menu, tap on Filters, and finally on Gate.
Now, adjust the threshold level in the right panel by reducing it.
Similarly, adjust the Attack and Release levels to reduce the background noise.
Part 4: Movavi Video Editor
Movavi is a simple video editing application that anyone can use to edit videos based on the time it was taken, for example, wedding videos, birthday videos, etc. it offers a lot of features to edit a video clip based on a specific theme. Here is how noise reduction can be done by using Movavi Video Editor.
Open the Movavi Video editor on your desktop and open an audio/video clip on your timeline.
Click on the audio clip to select it and then tap on the Settings icon on the extreme left.
Then choose the Audio Editing option and tap on the Noise Removal box.
Adjust the Noise Suppression pointer according to the video’s need.
Playback the video on the timeline and check if the sound quality gets better.
Tips:
The Noise Suppression level needs to be adjusted for every video as the noise level will be different for every one of them. Using speakers while playing back the audio after noise suppression is also recommended to check the audio quality.
To sum up
The above are 4 of the best editing applications available in the market in which unwanted background music can be removed. These applications also have a lot of other features that can be useful for audio and video editing.
Versatile Video Editor - Wondershare Filmora
An easy yet powerful editor
Numerous effects to choose from
Detailed tutorials provided by the official channel
Best Audio Editors to Remove Background Noise from Audio
We all know background noise will reduce the overall impression of the video no matter how perfect the video is. Here we will discuss 4 applications that can be used to remove background noise from any audio clip (they are listed in no particular order).
In this article
02 Audacity
Part 1: Wondershare Filmora
Wondershare Filmora is a video editing app with extensive features and options for editing a video or audio. Amateurs, as well as professionals, equally use this application. You can remove background noise by its simple denoise feature in several mins. Let’s see how noise reduction is done using Filmora:
Download Filmora below, and install it on your computer.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.12 or later
Open Filmora, and go to File-Import Media to import your source video to the Media Library.
Add or drag-n-drop the source video to the video track. Then right-click the video on the track, and select Adjust Audio option.
The audio settings panel will pop up. Please enable the Remove background noise option, and then adjust the denoising level to Strong by moving the pointer to the extreme right.
Playback your video on the line and check whether the voice quality has been improved.
Filmora supports various video formats. You can select the format you want and export the video or upload your video to Youtube and Vimeo directly. Once done, click Export to save or export your video.
Tips:
The audio can also be fine-tuned by using the Equalizer feature of Filmora, making the audio sound more natural. Also, the Audio Mixer feature will help you to edit the audio further and save it in MP3 format.
Part 2: Audacity
Audacity is an open platform for audio recording and editing. It is a very simple-to-use application and can be used to record, play, import, and export any audio files of WAV, MP3, AIFF, and OGG. Audacity also offers mixing tracks and applying special effects to the audios.
First, select the “silent” part of the audio, where only the noise can be heard.
Tap on the Effects menu at the top and select Noise Removal.
Tap on the Get Noise Profile option.
Select all the audios from which you wish to remove the background noise.
Now once again, go to the Effects menu and tap on the Noise Removal option.
Adjust the settings if you feel it is necessary and click OK to save the settings.
Listen to the audio clip to ensure the quality has been improved and the noise reduced. And here are the waveforms before and after the noise removal.
Tips:
It is always recommended to reduce the noise before recording audio on Audacity.
Part 3: VSDC Video Editor
VSDC is a top-notch video editor with various high-end editing tools that allow users to enhance their videos easily. It offers screen recording, voice-overs, color correction, and even the green screen effect. To help you refine your videos to the highest quality, you can use the noise removal tool in VSDC.
Here are the easy steps to de-noise audio:
Open the VSDC video editor. Then click on the Editor tab and click on Run Sprite Wizard or Audio.
Select a file to be imported or drag and drop it to the slides. Click Apply Settings to proceed.
Open the Audio effects drop-down menu, tap on Filters, and finally on Gate.
Now, adjust the threshold level in the right panel by reducing it.
Similarly, adjust the Attack and Release levels to reduce the background noise.
Part 4: Movavi Video Editor
Movavi is a simple video editing application that anyone can use to edit videos based on the time it was taken, for example, wedding videos, birthday videos, etc. it offers a lot of features to edit a video clip based on a specific theme. Here is how noise reduction can be done by using Movavi Video Editor.
Open the Movavi Video editor on your desktop and open an audio/video clip on your timeline.
Click on the audio clip to select it and then tap on the Settings icon on the extreme left.
Then choose the Audio Editing option and tap on the Noise Removal box.
Adjust the Noise Suppression pointer according to the video’s need.
Playback the video on the timeline and check if the sound quality gets better.
Tips:
The Noise Suppression level needs to be adjusted for every video as the noise level will be different for every one of them. Using speakers while playing back the audio after noise suppression is also recommended to check the audio quality.
To sum up
The above are 4 of the best editing applications available in the market in which unwanted background music can be removed. These applications also have a lot of other features that can be useful for audio and video editing.
Versatile Video Editor - Wondershare Filmora
An easy yet powerful editor
Numerous effects to choose from
Detailed tutorials provided by the official channel
Best Audio Editors to Remove Background Noise from Audio
We all know background noise will reduce the overall impression of the video no matter how perfect the video is. Here we will discuss 4 applications that can be used to remove background noise from any audio clip (they are listed in no particular order).
In this article
02 Audacity
Part 1: Wondershare Filmora
Wondershare Filmora is a video editing app with extensive features and options for editing a video or audio. Amateurs, as well as professionals, equally use this application. You can remove background noise by its simple denoise feature in several mins. Let’s see how noise reduction is done using Filmora:
Download Filmora below, and install it on your computer.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.12 or later
Open Filmora, and go to File-Import Media to import your source video to the Media Library.
Add or drag-n-drop the source video to the video track. Then right-click the video on the track, and select Adjust Audio option.
The audio settings panel will pop up. Please enable the Remove background noise option, and then adjust the denoising level to Strong by moving the pointer to the extreme right.
Playback your video on the line and check whether the voice quality has been improved.
Filmora supports various video formats. You can select the format you want and export the video or upload your video to Youtube and Vimeo directly. Once done, click Export to save or export your video.
Tips:
The audio can also be fine-tuned by using the Equalizer feature of Filmora, making the audio sound more natural. Also, the Audio Mixer feature will help you to edit the audio further and save it in MP3 format.
Part 2: Audacity
Audacity is an open platform for audio recording and editing. It is a very simple-to-use application and can be used to record, play, import, and export any audio files of WAV, MP3, AIFF, and OGG. Audacity also offers mixing tracks and applying special effects to the audios.
First, select the “silent” part of the audio, where only the noise can be heard.
Tap on the Effects menu at the top and select Noise Removal.
Tap on the Get Noise Profile option.
Select all the audios from which you wish to remove the background noise.
Now once again, go to the Effects menu and tap on the Noise Removal option.
Adjust the settings if you feel it is necessary and click OK to save the settings.
Listen to the audio clip to ensure the quality has been improved and the noise reduced. And here are the waveforms before and after the noise removal.
Tips:
It is always recommended to reduce the noise before recording audio on Audacity.
Part 3: VSDC Video Editor
VSDC is a top-notch video editor with various high-end editing tools that allow users to enhance their videos easily. It offers screen recording, voice-overs, color correction, and even the green screen effect. To help you refine your videos to the highest quality, you can use the noise removal tool in VSDC.
Here are the easy steps to de-noise audio:
Open the VSDC video editor. Then click on the Editor tab and click on Run Sprite Wizard or Audio.
Select a file to be imported or drag and drop it to the slides. Click Apply Settings to proceed.
Open the Audio effects drop-down menu, tap on Filters, and finally on Gate.
Now, adjust the threshold level in the right panel by reducing it.
Similarly, adjust the Attack and Release levels to reduce the background noise.
Part 4: Movavi Video Editor
Movavi is a simple video editing application that anyone can use to edit videos based on the time it was taken, for example, wedding videos, birthday videos, etc. it offers a lot of features to edit a video clip based on a specific theme. Here is how noise reduction can be done by using Movavi Video Editor.
Open the Movavi Video editor on your desktop and open an audio/video clip on your timeline.
Click on the audio clip to select it and then tap on the Settings icon on the extreme left.
Then choose the Audio Editing option and tap on the Noise Removal box.
Adjust the Noise Suppression pointer according to the video’s need.
Playback the video on the timeline and check if the sound quality gets better.
Tips:
The Noise Suppression level needs to be adjusted for every video as the noise level will be different for every one of them. Using speakers while playing back the audio after noise suppression is also recommended to check the audio quality.
To sum up
The above are 4 of the best editing applications available in the market in which unwanted background music can be removed. These applications also have a lot of other features that can be useful for audio and video editing.
Versatile Video Editor - Wondershare Filmora
An easy yet powerful editor
Numerous effects to choose from
Detailed tutorials provided by the official channel
Best Audio Editors to Remove Background Noise from Audio
We all know background noise will reduce the overall impression of the video no matter how perfect the video is. Here we will discuss 4 applications that can be used to remove background noise from any audio clip (they are listed in no particular order).
In this article
02 Audacity
Part 1: Wondershare Filmora
Wondershare Filmora is a video editing app with extensive features and options for editing a video or audio. Amateurs, as well as professionals, equally use this application. You can remove background noise by its simple denoise feature in several mins. Let’s see how noise reduction is done using Filmora:
Download Filmora below, and install it on your computer.
For Win 7 or later (64-bit)
For macOS 10.12 or later
Open Filmora, and go to File-Import Media to import your source video to the Media Library.
Add or drag-n-drop the source video to the video track. Then right-click the video on the track, and select Adjust Audio option.
The audio settings panel will pop up. Please enable the Remove background noise option, and then adjust the denoising level to Strong by moving the pointer to the extreme right.
Playback your video on the line and check whether the voice quality has been improved.
Filmora supports various video formats. You can select the format you want and export the video or upload your video to Youtube and Vimeo directly. Once done, click Export to save or export your video.
Tips:
The audio can also be fine-tuned by using the Equalizer feature of Filmora, making the audio sound more natural. Also, the Audio Mixer feature will help you to edit the audio further and save it in MP3 format.
Part 2: Audacity
Audacity is an open platform for audio recording and editing. It is a very simple-to-use application and can be used to record, play, import, and export any audio files of WAV, MP3, AIFF, and OGG. Audacity also offers mixing tracks and applying special effects to the audios.
First, select the “silent” part of the audio, where only the noise can be heard.
Tap on the Effects menu at the top and select Noise Removal.
Tap on the Get Noise Profile option.
Select all the audios from which you wish to remove the background noise.
Now once again, go to the Effects menu and tap on the Noise Removal option.
Adjust the settings if you feel it is necessary and click OK to save the settings.
Listen to the audio clip to ensure the quality has been improved and the noise reduced. And here are the waveforms before and after the noise removal.
Tips:
It is always recommended to reduce the noise before recording audio on Audacity.
Part 3: VSDC Video Editor
VSDC is a top-notch video editor with various high-end editing tools that allow users to enhance their videos easily. It offers screen recording, voice-overs, color correction, and even the green screen effect. To help you refine your videos to the highest quality, you can use the noise removal tool in VSDC.
Here are the easy steps to de-noise audio:
Open the VSDC video editor. Then click on the Editor tab and click on Run Sprite Wizard or Audio.
Select a file to be imported or drag and drop it to the slides. Click Apply Settings to proceed.
Open the Audio effects drop-down menu, tap on Filters, and finally on Gate.
Now, adjust the threshold level in the right panel by reducing it.
Similarly, adjust the Attack and Release levels to reduce the background noise.
Part 4: Movavi Video Editor
Movavi is a simple video editing application that anyone can use to edit videos based on the time it was taken, for example, wedding videos, birthday videos, etc. it offers a lot of features to edit a video clip based on a specific theme. Here is how noise reduction can be done by using Movavi Video Editor.
Open the Movavi Video editor on your desktop and open an audio/video clip on your timeline.
Click on the audio clip to select it and then tap on the Settings icon on the extreme left.
Then choose the Audio Editing option and tap on the Noise Removal box.
Adjust the Noise Suppression pointer according to the video’s need.
Playback the video on the timeline and check if the sound quality gets better.
Tips:
The Noise Suppression level needs to be adjusted for every video as the noise level will be different for every one of them. Using speakers while playing back the audio after noise suppression is also recommended to check the audio quality.
To sum up
The above are 4 of the best editing applications available in the market in which unwanted background music can be removed. These applications also have a lot of other features that can be useful for audio and video editing.
Versatile Video Editor - Wondershare Filmora
An easy yet powerful editor
Numerous effects to choose from
Detailed tutorials provided by the official channel
Top 10 Budget-Friendly Options: Premium-Free Podcast Players for Modern Smartphones
10+ Best Podcast Player Apps for iPhone and Android
Benjamin Arango
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
It has been a little over fifteen years since Ben Hammersley coined the term podcast. During this time, radio and TV stations, as well as people from all walks of life, have embraced this new medium of spreading information through either audio or video files.
Even though podcasts often have the form of a talk show, the topics podcasters cover in their shows range from presenting the latest music releases to discussing political topics. Listening to a podcast from a Smartphone without a player is not an option, which is why we made a selection of some of the best podcast player apps for iPhone and Android devices.
Best Free Podcast Player Apps for iOS and Android Devices
Nearly all podcast player apps have similar features. You can discover new shows, limit how many episodes can be downloaded to your device or reduce silences to the very minimum.
The list of features a podcast player provides should help you determine if that app is the right choice for you. Here are some of the best free podcast player apps for iOS and Android devices you can find on the market in 2019.
1. Breaker
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
Compatibility: iOS
Discovering new podcasts, connecting with friends who use Breaker or sharing the latest episode of the podcast you’re following on Facebook or Twitter is easy with this podcast player. Moreover, the app lets you see which podcasts your friends like the most so you can send them messages and start conversations about an episode you like.
Breaker enables you to create your own playlists and customize them in any way you want. The Sleep Timer feature can be useful if you’re going to set up the episode playing time before your iPhone goes to the Sleep mode.
2. Castbox
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
Castbox lets you browse through million podcast episodes and choose from a variety of podcast genres. So, if you would like to follow the latest episodes of music and news related podcasts or talk shows, Castbox may be one of the best options on the market.
This cross-platform app is equipped with the tools that enable you to adjust the audio playback speed, trim silence or customize the sleep timer. You can subscribe to any podcast you discover with Castbox with a single tap, but you must make in-app purchases if you want to access to all features.
3. Himalaya
Price: Free
This app for Android and iOS devices lets you listen to radio shows, audiobooks, podcasts and allows you to stream shows from a single app. You can customize your homepage or create as many playlists as you want. Each podcast you discover with Himalaya can be shared with your accounts on Instagram, Twitter, and other popular social media platforms.
The app grants you access to more than 500, 000 shows that are organized into 30 categories so you can easily choose a topic and search for an episode you’d like to listen to. Himalaya features a sleep timer, which means that you can listen to your favorite podcast before you fall asleep.
4. Downcast
Price: $2,99, offers in-app purchases
Compatibility: iOS
This podcast player provides all the features you are going to need for a superb podcasting experience. Subscribing to a new podcast with this app is a straightforward process which can be completed in an instant. You can also choose if you want to download episodes to your device automatically or browse through old episodes of podcasts you subscribed to.
Downcast also lets you adjust the playback speed, and it offers chapter support for enhanced podcasts. Organizing and customizing podcasts with Downcast requires a minimum amount of effort, which makes this app an excellent choice for anyone who listens or watches a large number of podcasts daily.
5. Stitcher
Price: Free, offers in-app purchases
Politics, sports, or comedy are just a few topics podcasts available on Stitcher cover. You can use the app’s on-demand feature if you want to follow a particular show. Select your favorite genres and tap on the play button to listen to an episode of your choosing.
The app is compatible with more than fifty car models, which enables you to enjoy podcasts while driving. However, the free version of the app offers limited capabilities, and you must upgrade to the premium version if you want to have the full scope of the app’s options.
6. Pocket Casts
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
The app’s functional design makes it easy to find and manage podcasts by enabling you to create playback queues effortlessly. Trimming silence, skipping intros or streaming episodes without downloading them are just a few among countless options the Pocket Casts app offers.
Moreover, the Car Play feature enables you to play audio and video podcasts wherever you go. You can also download podcasts if you want to listen to them while you are offline.
Besides, you can play all episodes on your TV or your sound system using the Airplay and Chromecast integrations. The only downside is that you have to purchase the annual or monthly plan if you want to use all of the Pocket Casts’ podcasting options.
7. Apple Podcasts
Price: Free
Compatibility: iOS
This is one of the most popular destinations for all iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch owners who listen to podcasts frequently. Apple Podcasts lets you browse through more than 750.000 shows and 20 million episodes that are organized into categories. You can subscribe to any show you find on Apple Podcasts for free, download episodes you like to your Apple devices and listen to them wherever you go.
The platform’s editor recommends the shows based on your browsing history and helps you discover content that you are going to enjoy watching and listening to. Even so, Apple Podcasts lack the tools that enable its users to control the playback speed, skip intros or set timers before they go to sleep.
8. Spotify
Price: Free
Compatibility: web-based , iOS , Android
People from all over the world have been using Spotify to enjoy music from virtually any genre ever created. This Swedish-American company has been investing a lot into its podcasting services in the last couple of years.
Today Spotify offers access to podcasters to one of the most massive online audiences. Finding new shows and following the latest episodes your favorite podcasters share on this platform is as easy as discovering a new band. There are thousands of podcasts to browse through on Spotify, and some of them can only be played through this podcast player, either online or on iPhone or Android devices.
9. Overcast
Price: Free
Compatibility: iOS
Overcast was launched just five years ago, but today it is recognized as one of the best podcast player apps for iPhones, iWatches, and iPads. If you are looking for an app that will shorten the silences in podcasts, normalize the volume of the voices or enable you to adjust the playback speed of the audio files, then Overcast is probably one of your best options.
The app also provides CarPlay support and allows you to listen to your favorite podcasts even while you are on the road. However, Overcast contains ads, and you must purchase the Premium version of the app if you want to remove them.
10. Castro
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
Compatibility: iOS
Managing large numbers of episodes with Castro won’t take much more than a few moments of your time. Subscribe to a podcast you like, and all of the latest episodes will land in the New tab. You can then decide if you want to add them to the queue and listen to them while you are driving or on your iPhone.
The free version of the app doesn’t allow you to skip intros, enhance voices or reduce silence, and you must purchase Castro Plus to access these options. Before you decide to install Castro or Castro Plus on your device, you must make sure that the app is compatible with the version of iOS you have.
11. Podbean
Price: Free but offers in-app purchases
With the selection of over 50 million episodes, Podbean is easily one of the most versatile podcast player apps on this list. You can search for podcasts based on the topic you are interested in, or browse through different categories, and use the name of the podcast, or the author’s name to find the episode you are looking for.
Podbean is equipped with an audio recorder that features a rich selection of audio effects and a versatile set of audio editing tools. Moreover, the app provides support for live audio streaming so you can create or listen to live broadcast directly from your Smartphone.
12. Laughable
Price: Free, offers in-app purchases
Keeping in touch with the latest trends in the comedy world is going to become easy if you install Laughable on your device. The app hosts the world’s largest database of comedy artist profiles and enables you to discover and follow comedians effortlessly. Each time they release a new episode of their podcast or make a guest appearance, you’ll receive a notification, which enables you to follow their latest work.
Besides an impressive collection of comedy podcasts, Laughable also lets you browse through podcasts featuring celebrities like Jordan Peterson, Barak Obama or Oprah. The app is free for just ten days, afterward, you must upgrade to Laughable Insider if you want to have access to all the shows and episodes this podcast player has to offer.
How to Pick the Right Podcast Player App?
The majority of podcast players offer a similar set of options, which complicates the process of finding an app you can use to listen to podcasts on your Smartphones. The operating system your Smartphone supports or whether the app you’re considering offers podcast streaming options can influence your choice of a podcast player app.
Ultimately, the selection of shows and episodes an app offers, as well as its playback control options can help you determine which podcast player is the best option for you. In case you listen to podcasts on a daily basis, purchasing a monthly or annual subscription is a much better option than listening to podcasts with a free version of the app.
Below is a brief summary of the podcast player app listed above. Hope it can help to find out the best podcast app on your iPhone or Android phone.
| Podcast Player | User Rating | Supported OS | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breaker | 4.7 | iOS 11.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and sharing podcasts |
| Castbox | 4.8 | iOS 10.0 or later, Android 5.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Himalaya | 4.7 | iOS 9.1 or later, Android 4.1 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Downcast | 4.2 | iOS 11.4 or later | $2,99, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Stitcher | 3.6 | iOS 10.0 or later, Android 4.2 and up | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Pocket Cast | 3.9 | iOS 11.0 or later, Android 5.0 or up | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Apple Podcast | No information | iOS 10.0 or later | Free | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Spotify | 4.8 | Web-based, iOS 11.0 or later, varies on device | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Overcast | 4.7 | iOS 13.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Castro | 4.7 | iOS 12.2 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Podbean | 4.8 | iOS 10.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Laughable | 4.8 | iOS 11.4 or later, Android 5.0 and up | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering comedy podcasts |
Conclusion
Listening to your favorite podcasts wherever you are, has never been easier, even if you don’t have access to the Internet. Podcast player apps like Spotify or Himalaya grant you access to millions of episodes, but each app we featured in this article can provide a superb experience. Which app are you using to listen to podcasts on your iOS and Android devices? Leave a comment and let us know.
Benjamin Arango
Benjamin Arango is a writer and a lover of all things video.
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Benjamin Arango
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
It has been a little over fifteen years since Ben Hammersley coined the term podcast. During this time, radio and TV stations, as well as people from all walks of life, have embraced this new medium of spreading information through either audio or video files.
Even though podcasts often have the form of a talk show, the topics podcasters cover in their shows range from presenting the latest music releases to discussing political topics. Listening to a podcast from a Smartphone without a player is not an option, which is why we made a selection of some of the best podcast player apps for iPhone and Android devices.
Best Free Podcast Player Apps for iOS and Android Devices
Nearly all podcast player apps have similar features. You can discover new shows, limit how many episodes can be downloaded to your device or reduce silences to the very minimum.
The list of features a podcast player provides should help you determine if that app is the right choice for you. Here are some of the best free podcast player apps for iOS and Android devices you can find on the market in 2019.
1. Breaker
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
Compatibility: iOS
Discovering new podcasts, connecting with friends who use Breaker or sharing the latest episode of the podcast you’re following on Facebook or Twitter is easy with this podcast player. Moreover, the app lets you see which podcasts your friends like the most so you can send them messages and start conversations about an episode you like.
Breaker enables you to create your own playlists and customize them in any way you want. The Sleep Timer feature can be useful if you’re going to set up the episode playing time before your iPhone goes to the Sleep mode.
2. Castbox
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
Castbox lets you browse through million podcast episodes and choose from a variety of podcast genres. So, if you would like to follow the latest episodes of music and news related podcasts or talk shows, Castbox may be one of the best options on the market.
This cross-platform app is equipped with the tools that enable you to adjust the audio playback speed, trim silence or customize the sleep timer. You can subscribe to any podcast you discover with Castbox with a single tap, but you must make in-app purchases if you want to access to all features.
3. Himalaya
Price: Free
This app for Android and iOS devices lets you listen to radio shows, audiobooks, podcasts and allows you to stream shows from a single app. You can customize your homepage or create as many playlists as you want. Each podcast you discover with Himalaya can be shared with your accounts on Instagram, Twitter, and other popular social media platforms.
The app grants you access to more than 500, 000 shows that are organized into 30 categories so you can easily choose a topic and search for an episode you’d like to listen to. Himalaya features a sleep timer, which means that you can listen to your favorite podcast before you fall asleep.
4. Downcast
Price: $2,99, offers in-app purchases
Compatibility: iOS
This podcast player provides all the features you are going to need for a superb podcasting experience. Subscribing to a new podcast with this app is a straightforward process which can be completed in an instant. You can also choose if you want to download episodes to your device automatically or browse through old episodes of podcasts you subscribed to.
Downcast also lets you adjust the playback speed, and it offers chapter support for enhanced podcasts. Organizing and customizing podcasts with Downcast requires a minimum amount of effort, which makes this app an excellent choice for anyone who listens or watches a large number of podcasts daily.
5. Stitcher
Price: Free, offers in-app purchases
Politics, sports, or comedy are just a few topics podcasts available on Stitcher cover. You can use the app’s on-demand feature if you want to follow a particular show. Select your favorite genres and tap on the play button to listen to an episode of your choosing.
The app is compatible with more than fifty car models, which enables you to enjoy podcasts while driving. However, the free version of the app offers limited capabilities, and you must upgrade to the premium version if you want to have the full scope of the app’s options.
6. Pocket Casts
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
The app’s functional design makes it easy to find and manage podcasts by enabling you to create playback queues effortlessly. Trimming silence, skipping intros or streaming episodes without downloading them are just a few among countless options the Pocket Casts app offers.
Moreover, the Car Play feature enables you to play audio and video podcasts wherever you go. You can also download podcasts if you want to listen to them while you are offline.
Besides, you can play all episodes on your TV or your sound system using the Airplay and Chromecast integrations. The only downside is that you have to purchase the annual or monthly plan if you want to use all of the Pocket Casts’ podcasting options.
7. Apple Podcasts
Price: Free
Compatibility: iOS
This is one of the most popular destinations for all iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch owners who listen to podcasts frequently. Apple Podcasts lets you browse through more than 750.000 shows and 20 million episodes that are organized into categories. You can subscribe to any show you find on Apple Podcasts for free, download episodes you like to your Apple devices and listen to them wherever you go.
The platform’s editor recommends the shows based on your browsing history and helps you discover content that you are going to enjoy watching and listening to. Even so, Apple Podcasts lack the tools that enable its users to control the playback speed, skip intros or set timers before they go to sleep.
8. Spotify
Price: Free
Compatibility: web-based , iOS , Android
People from all over the world have been using Spotify to enjoy music from virtually any genre ever created. This Swedish-American company has been investing a lot into its podcasting services in the last couple of years.
Today Spotify offers access to podcasters to one of the most massive online audiences. Finding new shows and following the latest episodes your favorite podcasters share on this platform is as easy as discovering a new band. There are thousands of podcasts to browse through on Spotify, and some of them can only be played through this podcast player, either online or on iPhone or Android devices.
9. Overcast
Price: Free
Compatibility: iOS
Overcast was launched just five years ago, but today it is recognized as one of the best podcast player apps for iPhones, iWatches, and iPads. If you are looking for an app that will shorten the silences in podcasts, normalize the volume of the voices or enable you to adjust the playback speed of the audio files, then Overcast is probably one of your best options.
The app also provides CarPlay support and allows you to listen to your favorite podcasts even while you are on the road. However, Overcast contains ads, and you must purchase the Premium version of the app if you want to remove them.
10. Castro
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
Compatibility: iOS
Managing large numbers of episodes with Castro won’t take much more than a few moments of your time. Subscribe to a podcast you like, and all of the latest episodes will land in the New tab. You can then decide if you want to add them to the queue and listen to them while you are driving or on your iPhone.
The free version of the app doesn’t allow you to skip intros, enhance voices or reduce silence, and you must purchase Castro Plus to access these options. Before you decide to install Castro or Castro Plus on your device, you must make sure that the app is compatible with the version of iOS you have.
11. Podbean
Price: Free but offers in-app purchases
With the selection of over 50 million episodes, Podbean is easily one of the most versatile podcast player apps on this list. You can search for podcasts based on the topic you are interested in, or browse through different categories, and use the name of the podcast, or the author’s name to find the episode you are looking for.
Podbean is equipped with an audio recorder that features a rich selection of audio effects and a versatile set of audio editing tools. Moreover, the app provides support for live audio streaming so you can create or listen to live broadcast directly from your Smartphone.
12. Laughable
Price: Free, offers in-app purchases
Keeping in touch with the latest trends in the comedy world is going to become easy if you install Laughable on your device. The app hosts the world’s largest database of comedy artist profiles and enables you to discover and follow comedians effortlessly. Each time they release a new episode of their podcast or make a guest appearance, you’ll receive a notification, which enables you to follow their latest work.
Besides an impressive collection of comedy podcasts, Laughable also lets you browse through podcasts featuring celebrities like Jordan Peterson, Barak Obama or Oprah. The app is free for just ten days, afterward, you must upgrade to Laughable Insider if you want to have access to all the shows and episodes this podcast player has to offer.
How to Pick the Right Podcast Player App?
The majority of podcast players offer a similar set of options, which complicates the process of finding an app you can use to listen to podcasts on your Smartphones. The operating system your Smartphone supports or whether the app you’re considering offers podcast streaming options can influence your choice of a podcast player app.
Ultimately, the selection of shows and episodes an app offers, as well as its playback control options can help you determine which podcast player is the best option for you. In case you listen to podcasts on a daily basis, purchasing a monthly or annual subscription is a much better option than listening to podcasts with a free version of the app.
Below is a brief summary of the podcast player app listed above. Hope it can help to find out the best podcast app on your iPhone or Android phone.
| Podcast Player | User Rating | Supported OS | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breaker | 4.7 | iOS 11.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and sharing podcasts |
| Castbox | 4.8 | iOS 10.0 or later, Android 5.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Himalaya | 4.7 | iOS 9.1 or later, Android 4.1 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Downcast | 4.2 | iOS 11.4 or later | $2,99, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Stitcher | 3.6 | iOS 10.0 or later, Android 4.2 and up | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Pocket Cast | 3.9 | iOS 11.0 or later, Android 5.0 or up | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Apple Podcast | No information | iOS 10.0 or later | Free | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Spotify | 4.8 | Web-based, iOS 11.0 or later, varies on device | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Overcast | 4.7 | iOS 13.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Castro | 4.7 | iOS 12.2 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Podbean | 4.8 | iOS 10.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Laughable | 4.8 | iOS 11.4 or later, Android 5.0 and up | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering comedy podcasts |
Conclusion
Listening to your favorite podcasts wherever you are, has never been easier, even if you don’t have access to the Internet. Podcast player apps like Spotify or Himalaya grant you access to millions of episodes, but each app we featured in this article can provide a superb experience. Which app are you using to listen to podcasts on your iOS and Android devices? Leave a comment and let us know.
Benjamin Arango
Benjamin Arango is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Benjamin Arango
Benjamin Arango
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
It has been a little over fifteen years since Ben Hammersley coined the term podcast. During this time, radio and TV stations, as well as people from all walks of life, have embraced this new medium of spreading information through either audio or video files.
Even though podcasts often have the form of a talk show, the topics podcasters cover in their shows range from presenting the latest music releases to discussing political topics. Listening to a podcast from a Smartphone without a player is not an option, which is why we made a selection of some of the best podcast player apps for iPhone and Android devices.
Best Free Podcast Player Apps for iOS and Android Devices
Nearly all podcast player apps have similar features. You can discover new shows, limit how many episodes can be downloaded to your device or reduce silences to the very minimum.
The list of features a podcast player provides should help you determine if that app is the right choice for you. Here are some of the best free podcast player apps for iOS and Android devices you can find on the market in 2019.
1. Breaker
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
Compatibility: iOS
Discovering new podcasts, connecting with friends who use Breaker or sharing the latest episode of the podcast you’re following on Facebook or Twitter is easy with this podcast player. Moreover, the app lets you see which podcasts your friends like the most so you can send them messages and start conversations about an episode you like.
Breaker enables you to create your own playlists and customize them in any way you want. The Sleep Timer feature can be useful if you’re going to set up the episode playing time before your iPhone goes to the Sleep mode.
2. Castbox
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
Castbox lets you browse through million podcast episodes and choose from a variety of podcast genres. So, if you would like to follow the latest episodes of music and news related podcasts or talk shows, Castbox may be one of the best options on the market.
This cross-platform app is equipped with the tools that enable you to adjust the audio playback speed, trim silence or customize the sleep timer. You can subscribe to any podcast you discover with Castbox with a single tap, but you must make in-app purchases if you want to access to all features.
3. Himalaya
Price: Free
This app for Android and iOS devices lets you listen to radio shows, audiobooks, podcasts and allows you to stream shows from a single app. You can customize your homepage or create as many playlists as you want. Each podcast you discover with Himalaya can be shared with your accounts on Instagram, Twitter, and other popular social media platforms.
The app grants you access to more than 500, 000 shows that are organized into 30 categories so you can easily choose a topic and search for an episode you’d like to listen to. Himalaya features a sleep timer, which means that you can listen to your favorite podcast before you fall asleep.
4. Downcast
Price: $2,99, offers in-app purchases
Compatibility: iOS
This podcast player provides all the features you are going to need for a superb podcasting experience. Subscribing to a new podcast with this app is a straightforward process which can be completed in an instant. You can also choose if you want to download episodes to your device automatically or browse through old episodes of podcasts you subscribed to.
Downcast also lets you adjust the playback speed, and it offers chapter support for enhanced podcasts. Organizing and customizing podcasts with Downcast requires a minimum amount of effort, which makes this app an excellent choice for anyone who listens or watches a large number of podcasts daily.
5. Stitcher
Price: Free, offers in-app purchases
Politics, sports, or comedy are just a few topics podcasts available on Stitcher cover. You can use the app’s on-demand feature if you want to follow a particular show. Select your favorite genres and tap on the play button to listen to an episode of your choosing.
The app is compatible with more than fifty car models, which enables you to enjoy podcasts while driving. However, the free version of the app offers limited capabilities, and you must upgrade to the premium version if you want to have the full scope of the app’s options.
6. Pocket Casts
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
The app’s functional design makes it easy to find and manage podcasts by enabling you to create playback queues effortlessly. Trimming silence, skipping intros or streaming episodes without downloading them are just a few among countless options the Pocket Casts app offers.
Moreover, the Car Play feature enables you to play audio and video podcasts wherever you go. You can also download podcasts if you want to listen to them while you are offline.
Besides, you can play all episodes on your TV or your sound system using the Airplay and Chromecast integrations. The only downside is that you have to purchase the annual or monthly plan if you want to use all of the Pocket Casts’ podcasting options.
7. Apple Podcasts
Price: Free
Compatibility: iOS
This is one of the most popular destinations for all iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch owners who listen to podcasts frequently. Apple Podcasts lets you browse through more than 750.000 shows and 20 million episodes that are organized into categories. You can subscribe to any show you find on Apple Podcasts for free, download episodes you like to your Apple devices and listen to them wherever you go.
The platform’s editor recommends the shows based on your browsing history and helps you discover content that you are going to enjoy watching and listening to. Even so, Apple Podcasts lack the tools that enable its users to control the playback speed, skip intros or set timers before they go to sleep.
8. Spotify
Price: Free
Compatibility: web-based , iOS , Android
People from all over the world have been using Spotify to enjoy music from virtually any genre ever created. This Swedish-American company has been investing a lot into its podcasting services in the last couple of years.
Today Spotify offers access to podcasters to one of the most massive online audiences. Finding new shows and following the latest episodes your favorite podcasters share on this platform is as easy as discovering a new band. There are thousands of podcasts to browse through on Spotify, and some of them can only be played through this podcast player, either online or on iPhone or Android devices.
9. Overcast
Price: Free
Compatibility: iOS
Overcast was launched just five years ago, but today it is recognized as one of the best podcast player apps for iPhones, iWatches, and iPads. If you are looking for an app that will shorten the silences in podcasts, normalize the volume of the voices or enable you to adjust the playback speed of the audio files, then Overcast is probably one of your best options.
The app also provides CarPlay support and allows you to listen to your favorite podcasts even while you are on the road. However, Overcast contains ads, and you must purchase the Premium version of the app if you want to remove them.
10. Castro
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
Compatibility: iOS
Managing large numbers of episodes with Castro won’t take much more than a few moments of your time. Subscribe to a podcast you like, and all of the latest episodes will land in the New tab. You can then decide if you want to add them to the queue and listen to them while you are driving or on your iPhone.
The free version of the app doesn’t allow you to skip intros, enhance voices or reduce silence, and you must purchase Castro Plus to access these options. Before you decide to install Castro or Castro Plus on your device, you must make sure that the app is compatible with the version of iOS you have.
11. Podbean
Price: Free but offers in-app purchases
With the selection of over 50 million episodes, Podbean is easily one of the most versatile podcast player apps on this list. You can search for podcasts based on the topic you are interested in, or browse through different categories, and use the name of the podcast, or the author’s name to find the episode you are looking for.
Podbean is equipped with an audio recorder that features a rich selection of audio effects and a versatile set of audio editing tools. Moreover, the app provides support for live audio streaming so you can create or listen to live broadcast directly from your Smartphone.
12. Laughable
Price: Free, offers in-app purchases
Keeping in touch with the latest trends in the comedy world is going to become easy if you install Laughable on your device. The app hosts the world’s largest database of comedy artist profiles and enables you to discover and follow comedians effortlessly. Each time they release a new episode of their podcast or make a guest appearance, you’ll receive a notification, which enables you to follow their latest work.
Besides an impressive collection of comedy podcasts, Laughable also lets you browse through podcasts featuring celebrities like Jordan Peterson, Barak Obama or Oprah. The app is free for just ten days, afterward, you must upgrade to Laughable Insider if you want to have access to all the shows and episodes this podcast player has to offer.
How to Pick the Right Podcast Player App?
The majority of podcast players offer a similar set of options, which complicates the process of finding an app you can use to listen to podcasts on your Smartphones. The operating system your Smartphone supports or whether the app you’re considering offers podcast streaming options can influence your choice of a podcast player app.
Ultimately, the selection of shows and episodes an app offers, as well as its playback control options can help you determine which podcast player is the best option for you. In case you listen to podcasts on a daily basis, purchasing a monthly or annual subscription is a much better option than listening to podcasts with a free version of the app.
Below is a brief summary of the podcast player app listed above. Hope it can help to find out the best podcast app on your iPhone or Android phone.
| Podcast Player | User Rating | Supported OS | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breaker | 4.7 | iOS 11.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and sharing podcasts |
| Castbox | 4.8 | iOS 10.0 or later, Android 5.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Himalaya | 4.7 | iOS 9.1 or later, Android 4.1 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Downcast | 4.2 | iOS 11.4 or later | $2,99, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Stitcher | 3.6 | iOS 10.0 or later, Android 4.2 and up | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Pocket Cast | 3.9 | iOS 11.0 or later, Android 5.0 or up | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Apple Podcast | No information | iOS 10.0 or later | Free | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Spotify | 4.8 | Web-based, iOS 11.0 or later, varies on device | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Overcast | 4.7 | iOS 13.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Castro | 4.7 | iOS 12.2 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Podbean | 4.8 | iOS 10.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Laughable | 4.8 | iOS 11.4 or later, Android 5.0 and up | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering comedy podcasts |
Conclusion
Listening to your favorite podcasts wherever you are, has never been easier, even if you don’t have access to the Internet. Podcast player apps like Spotify or Himalaya grant you access to millions of episodes, but each app we featured in this article can provide a superb experience. Which app are you using to listen to podcasts on your iOS and Android devices? Leave a comment and let us know.
Benjamin Arango
Benjamin Arango is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Benjamin Arango
Benjamin Arango
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
It has been a little over fifteen years since Ben Hammersley coined the term podcast. During this time, radio and TV stations, as well as people from all walks of life, have embraced this new medium of spreading information through either audio or video files.
Even though podcasts often have the form of a talk show, the topics podcasters cover in their shows range from presenting the latest music releases to discussing political topics. Listening to a podcast from a Smartphone without a player is not an option, which is why we made a selection of some of the best podcast player apps for iPhone and Android devices.
Best Free Podcast Player Apps for iOS and Android Devices
Nearly all podcast player apps have similar features. You can discover new shows, limit how many episodes can be downloaded to your device or reduce silences to the very minimum.
The list of features a podcast player provides should help you determine if that app is the right choice for you. Here are some of the best free podcast player apps for iOS and Android devices you can find on the market in 2019.
1. Breaker
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
Compatibility: iOS
Discovering new podcasts, connecting with friends who use Breaker or sharing the latest episode of the podcast you’re following on Facebook or Twitter is easy with this podcast player. Moreover, the app lets you see which podcasts your friends like the most so you can send them messages and start conversations about an episode you like.
Breaker enables you to create your own playlists and customize them in any way you want. The Sleep Timer feature can be useful if you’re going to set up the episode playing time before your iPhone goes to the Sleep mode.
2. Castbox
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
Castbox lets you browse through million podcast episodes and choose from a variety of podcast genres. So, if you would like to follow the latest episodes of music and news related podcasts or talk shows, Castbox may be one of the best options on the market.
This cross-platform app is equipped with the tools that enable you to adjust the audio playback speed, trim silence or customize the sleep timer. You can subscribe to any podcast you discover with Castbox with a single tap, but you must make in-app purchases if you want to access to all features.
3. Himalaya
Price: Free
This app for Android and iOS devices lets you listen to radio shows, audiobooks, podcasts and allows you to stream shows from a single app. You can customize your homepage or create as many playlists as you want. Each podcast you discover with Himalaya can be shared with your accounts on Instagram, Twitter, and other popular social media platforms.
The app grants you access to more than 500, 000 shows that are organized into 30 categories so you can easily choose a topic and search for an episode you’d like to listen to. Himalaya features a sleep timer, which means that you can listen to your favorite podcast before you fall asleep.
4. Downcast
Price: $2,99, offers in-app purchases
Compatibility: iOS
This podcast player provides all the features you are going to need for a superb podcasting experience. Subscribing to a new podcast with this app is a straightforward process which can be completed in an instant. You can also choose if you want to download episodes to your device automatically or browse through old episodes of podcasts you subscribed to.
Downcast also lets you adjust the playback speed, and it offers chapter support for enhanced podcasts. Organizing and customizing podcasts with Downcast requires a minimum amount of effort, which makes this app an excellent choice for anyone who listens or watches a large number of podcasts daily.
5. Stitcher
Price: Free, offers in-app purchases
Politics, sports, or comedy are just a few topics podcasts available on Stitcher cover. You can use the app’s on-demand feature if you want to follow a particular show. Select your favorite genres and tap on the play button to listen to an episode of your choosing.
The app is compatible with more than fifty car models, which enables you to enjoy podcasts while driving. However, the free version of the app offers limited capabilities, and you must upgrade to the premium version if you want to have the full scope of the app’s options.
6. Pocket Casts
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
The app’s functional design makes it easy to find and manage podcasts by enabling you to create playback queues effortlessly. Trimming silence, skipping intros or streaming episodes without downloading them are just a few among countless options the Pocket Casts app offers.
Moreover, the Car Play feature enables you to play audio and video podcasts wherever you go. You can also download podcasts if you want to listen to them while you are offline.
Besides, you can play all episodes on your TV or your sound system using the Airplay and Chromecast integrations. The only downside is that you have to purchase the annual or monthly plan if you want to use all of the Pocket Casts’ podcasting options.
7. Apple Podcasts
Price: Free
Compatibility: iOS
This is one of the most popular destinations for all iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch owners who listen to podcasts frequently. Apple Podcasts lets you browse through more than 750.000 shows and 20 million episodes that are organized into categories. You can subscribe to any show you find on Apple Podcasts for free, download episodes you like to your Apple devices and listen to them wherever you go.
The platform’s editor recommends the shows based on your browsing history and helps you discover content that you are going to enjoy watching and listening to. Even so, Apple Podcasts lack the tools that enable its users to control the playback speed, skip intros or set timers before they go to sleep.
8. Spotify
Price: Free
Compatibility: web-based , iOS , Android
People from all over the world have been using Spotify to enjoy music from virtually any genre ever created. This Swedish-American company has been investing a lot into its podcasting services in the last couple of years.
Today Spotify offers access to podcasters to one of the most massive online audiences. Finding new shows and following the latest episodes your favorite podcasters share on this platform is as easy as discovering a new band. There are thousands of podcasts to browse through on Spotify, and some of them can only be played through this podcast player, either online or on iPhone or Android devices.
9. Overcast
Price: Free
Compatibility: iOS
Overcast was launched just five years ago, but today it is recognized as one of the best podcast player apps for iPhones, iWatches, and iPads. If you are looking for an app that will shorten the silences in podcasts, normalize the volume of the voices or enable you to adjust the playback speed of the audio files, then Overcast is probably one of your best options.
The app also provides CarPlay support and allows you to listen to your favorite podcasts even while you are on the road. However, Overcast contains ads, and you must purchase the Premium version of the app if you want to remove them.
10. Castro
Price: Free, but offers in-app purchases
Compatibility: iOS
Managing large numbers of episodes with Castro won’t take much more than a few moments of your time. Subscribe to a podcast you like, and all of the latest episodes will land in the New tab. You can then decide if you want to add them to the queue and listen to them while you are driving or on your iPhone.
The free version of the app doesn’t allow you to skip intros, enhance voices or reduce silence, and you must purchase Castro Plus to access these options. Before you decide to install Castro or Castro Plus on your device, you must make sure that the app is compatible with the version of iOS you have.
11. Podbean
Price: Free but offers in-app purchases
With the selection of over 50 million episodes, Podbean is easily one of the most versatile podcast player apps on this list. You can search for podcasts based on the topic you are interested in, or browse through different categories, and use the name of the podcast, or the author’s name to find the episode you are looking for.
Podbean is equipped with an audio recorder that features a rich selection of audio effects and a versatile set of audio editing tools. Moreover, the app provides support for live audio streaming so you can create or listen to live broadcast directly from your Smartphone.
12. Laughable
Price: Free, offers in-app purchases
Keeping in touch with the latest trends in the comedy world is going to become easy if you install Laughable on your device. The app hosts the world’s largest database of comedy artist profiles and enables you to discover and follow comedians effortlessly. Each time they release a new episode of their podcast or make a guest appearance, you’ll receive a notification, which enables you to follow their latest work.
Besides an impressive collection of comedy podcasts, Laughable also lets you browse through podcasts featuring celebrities like Jordan Peterson, Barak Obama or Oprah. The app is free for just ten days, afterward, you must upgrade to Laughable Insider if you want to have access to all the shows and episodes this podcast player has to offer.
How to Pick the Right Podcast Player App?
The majority of podcast players offer a similar set of options, which complicates the process of finding an app you can use to listen to podcasts on your Smartphones. The operating system your Smartphone supports or whether the app you’re considering offers podcast streaming options can influence your choice of a podcast player app.
Ultimately, the selection of shows and episodes an app offers, as well as its playback control options can help you determine which podcast player is the best option for you. In case you listen to podcasts on a daily basis, purchasing a monthly or annual subscription is a much better option than listening to podcasts with a free version of the app.
Below is a brief summary of the podcast player app listed above. Hope it can help to find out the best podcast app on your iPhone or Android phone.
| Podcast Player | User Rating | Supported OS | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breaker | 4.7 | iOS 11.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and sharing podcasts |
| Castbox | 4.8 | iOS 10.0 or later, Android 5.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Himalaya | 4.7 | iOS 9.1 or later, Android 4.1 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Downcast | 4.2 | iOS 11.4 or later | $2,99, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Stitcher | 3.6 | iOS 10.0 or later, Android 4.2 and up | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Pocket Cast | 3.9 | iOS 11.0 or later, Android 5.0 or up | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Apple Podcast | No information | iOS 10.0 or later | Free | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Spotify | 4.8 | Web-based, iOS 11.0 or later, varies on device | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Overcast | 4.7 | iOS 13.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Castro | 4.7 | iOS 12.2 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Podbean | 4.8 | iOS 10.0 or later | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering and listening to podcasts |
| Laughable | 4.8 | iOS 11.4 or later, Android 5.0 and up | Free, offers in-app purchases | Discovering comedy podcasts |
Conclusion
Listening to your favorite podcasts wherever you are, has never been easier, even if you don’t have access to the Internet. Podcast player apps like Spotify or Himalaya grant you access to millions of episodes, but each app we featured in this article can provide a superb experience. Which app are you using to listen to podcasts on your iOS and Android devices? Leave a comment and let us know.
Benjamin Arango
Benjamin Arango is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Benjamin Arango
Conquering Computer Storage: A Comprehensive Approach to Obtaining Podcasts
Listening to Podcasts is a great way to gather information. Name a topic, and you will find a Podcast on it. You can always count on the best Podcast shows to get quality knowledge.
You can listen to those Podcasts online. But, sometimes, users want to download the Podcast. The reason can be anything; you might want to listen offline. There are various ways to get the job done. We will walk you through different methods to download Podcasts to the computer.
Can you download a Podcast as a file?
Yes, it’s possible. But the process is a bit different for many platforms.
If you’re downloading Podcasts from Podcast manager apps like Spotify and Apple Play. These apps will save your Podcast in the app’s library and make it available for offline listening.
Yet, you can’t get access to the saved Podcast on the PC. For this, you need third-party tools to download them to your computer. A step-by-step process of using apps and tools is given below!
But if you’re downloading a Podcast from a video platform like YouTube, then yes. You can download it as a file. Here are a few methods to download podcasts. Let’s walk you through them one by one.
Method 1- Direct Download Podcasts From Podcast Manager Apps
You can save Podcasts to your computer from Podcast manager apps. Various Podcast manager apps, such as iTunes, Spotify, Apple Podcast, and many others, allow such an operation. However, it is important to note that some podcast managers require a premium subscription to be able to download podcasts.
For example, if you’re using a Windows computer, you can use iTunes to download Podcasts. While Mac users can use Apple Podcasts. The steps below allow you to save Podcasts from Podcast manager apps like Spotify;
Step1 Install the Spotify app on your PC or Mac.
Step2 Open the Spotify app and login to your account.
Step3 Locate the Podcast show you wish to download.
Step4 Move your cursor over the Podcast episodes and click the download button to download them to your computer.
The backward of using Podcast manager apps is that it can only save your Podcast in the manager app. If you uninstall the app accidentally, you lose access to the saved Podcast because it won’t be available on your PC.
To cope with this problem, we provide third-party apps to directly download the Podcast to your computer from the manager apps.
Method 2- Download Podcasts From Popular Podcast Manager Apps Using Third-Party Tools
To download Podcasts in unprotected formats from Spotify, you need a third-party tool to alter Spotify .ogg audio. The most helpful and commonly used tool is TuneFab Spotify Music Converter. It is free for 30 days, and you can purchase it after discovering it is compatible with you!
It will convert Podcasts and as well as download songs, audiobooks, and playlists into MP3, WAV, FLAC, and M4V. Follow the below instructions to get your hands on it!
Step1 First, download TuneFab Spotify Music Converter , then follow the outlines on the screen to get set up on your computer. Then launch this tool to start the conversion process.
Step2 Now, log in to your Spotify account in this tool to easily access your download list.
Step3 After that, find out the required Podcast and click on the “Add” button in front of the Podcast. You can also directly drag and drop the file into the “Add” button.
Step4 You can now get the download and convert option adjacent to every Podcast episode. You must check the file format and click on the available option to continue the process.
You can also change the output location of the Podcast on a PC, where you’ll find out easily.
Step5 Then click on the “Convert” button and get your Podcast on your device in your required format.
Alternatives third-party tools
You can also use other third-party tools to download the Podcasts, such as:
- UkeySoft Spotify Music Converter.
- Leawo’s Prof. DRM .
- AudKit SpotiLab Music Converter.
If you want to download your Podcast in video format, then read more to get access!
Method 3- Download Podcasts From Video Platforms
Downloading Podcasts from video platforms is also simple. All you have to do is copy the link to the Podcast and paste it into a downloading tool. Let’s see this process in detail.
Here are the steps to download Podcasts from YouTube to the computer.
Step1 Open YouTube and locate the Podcast video you want to download.
Step2 Click the Share icon next to the video and click Copy Link from the pop-up on your screen.
Step3 Open SSYouTube in your browser and paste the copied link in the relevant area. Then, select MP3 as the preferred output format.
Step4 Download the Podcast video according to your preferred quality and save it to your computer.
Method 4- Download the Podcast With an Audio Recorder
You can also download Podcasts from websites by streaming with an audio recorder. Various tools like Filmora , Apowersoft, Audacity, and many others ease audio streaming. All it takes is only a few clicks!
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We’ve shown steps to download Podcasts from websites by streaming using a tool like Filmora;
Step1 Download the Wondershare Filmora on your computer.
Step2 Launch the installed app and open the home interface of Filmora.
Step3 Then find the “Microphone” icon on the home screen of Filmora below the video display on the right side as shown below:
Step4 After clicking on the icon, the Record Audio box will pop up. Now, you have to start the podcast in the background on any Podcast Manager app. Adjacently, click on the Red button of the recorder on Filmora too.
Note: Make sure that background is noise-free to capture the Podcast audio easily.
Step5 After you are all done with the Podcast recording, now again click on the Red button to stop the recording, and your audio will be recorded in the audio track as shown below:
Step6 Then click on the Export button at the top middle side to export it on your device in the required format.
It’s all done, and you’ve successfully exported the podcast to your computer in a few steps!
FAQs
When you save a Podcast, where does it go?
Saved Podcasts are usually added to the saved list in your Podcast library and will be available for offline listening. But if you want to get access directly on your computer, then you need a third-party tool to download it from the Podcast manager app to your PC, as mentioned above in the article.
Is listening to a Podcast the same as downloading?
No. Podcast download involves saving a Podcast episode to your Podcast app. But listening to a Podcast refers to the number of times you played a Podcast.
Final words
You can download the Podcast from a Podcast manager app, an audio recorder, or a video platform. You can also use third-party tools to get directly downloaded Podcasts on your Computer.
Ensure you follow all the steps mentioned above smoothly. Now, enjoy your Podcast with high audio formats wherever you are!
Free Download For macOS 10.14 or later
We’ve shown steps to download Podcasts from websites by streaming using a tool like Filmora;
Step1 Download the Wondershare Filmora on your computer.
Step2 Launch the installed app and open the home interface of Filmora.
Step3 Then find the “Microphone” icon on the home screen of Filmora below the video display on the right side as shown below:
Step4 After clicking on the icon, the Record Audio box will pop up. Now, you have to start the podcast in the background on any Podcast Manager app. Adjacently, click on the Red button of the recorder on Filmora too.
Note: Make sure that background is noise-free to capture the Podcast audio easily.
Step5 After you are all done with the Podcast recording, now again click on the Red button to stop the recording, and your audio will be recorded in the audio track as shown below:
Step6 Then click on the Export button at the top middle side to export it on your device in the required format.
It’s all done, and you’ve successfully exported the podcast to your computer in a few steps!
FAQs
When you save a Podcast, where does it go?
Saved Podcasts are usually added to the saved list in your Podcast library and will be available for offline listening. But if you want to get access directly on your computer, then you need a third-party tool to download it from the Podcast manager app to your PC, as mentioned above in the article.
Is listening to a Podcast the same as downloading?
No. Podcast download involves saving a Podcast episode to your Podcast app. But listening to a Podcast refers to the number of times you played a Podcast.
Final words
You can download the Podcast from a Podcast manager app, an audio recorder, or a video platform. You can also use third-party tools to get directly downloaded Podcasts on your Computer.
Ensure you follow all the steps mentioned above smoothly. Now, enjoy your Podcast with high audio formats wherever you are!
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- Title: New Pro Audio Refinement on Windows A Compendium of Leading Tools for Quieter Recording Environments for 2024
- Author: David
- Created at : 2024-05-05 10:09:59
- Updated at : 2024-05-06 10:09:59
- Link: https://sound-tweaking.techidaily.com/new-pro-audio-refinement-on-windows-a-compendium-of-leading-tools-for-quieter-recording-environments-for-2024/
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