Best Podcast Tools of 2026
Unbiased, research-backed comparisons of the tools podcasters actually use — hosting platforms, analytics tools, and monetization options. We list and order tools by price and features, never by commission, and any page with affiliate links says so at the top. Honest pros and cons. Each comparison shows the day we checked its prices.
Best Podcast Hosting Platforms
Compare 16 podcast hosts on price, free plans and trials, with every price checked on the host's own pricing page.
Best Podcast Analytics Platforms
Compare 7 analytics tools across IAB certification, attribution accuracy, demographic depth, and pricing. Top pick: Podtrac.
Podcast Advertising: Costs and Companies
Compare 18 podcast advertising agencies, networks and self-serve platforms on minimum budget, pricing and how to buy.
Best Podcast Recording and Editing Software
Compare Descript, Riverside, Zencastr, Audacity and 5 more on price and free plans, with every price checked on the company's own pricing page.
Best Podcast Transcription Services
Compare Otter, Rev, Descript, TurboScribe, Happy Scribe and 5 more on price and minutes, with every price checked on the company's own pricing page.