Podcast Hosting
CaptivatevsRSS.com
Compare Captivate and RSS.com side by side. See pricing, features, and which is right for your podcast.
Pricing Comparison
| Tier | Captivate | RSS.com |
|---|---|---|
| Free Tier | — | 1 podcast, unlimited episodes, 90-day analytics |
| Starting Price | $19/mo | Free |
| Pricing Model | subscription | freemium |
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Captivate | RSS.com |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited Storage | ||
| Unlimited Bandwidth | ||
| Dynamic Ad Insertion | ||
| Transcription | ||
| Video Support | ||
| Analytics | ||
| Monetization | ||
| Custom Website | ||
| Team Members | ||
| API Access |
Captivate Pros & Cons
Pros
- Unlimited team members on all plans
- Advanced marketing and growth tools
- AMIE dynamic ad insertion with DAX network
Cons
- No free tier (30-day trial only)
- Transcription costs $1/hour extra
- No video podcast support
RSS.com Pros & Cons
Pros
- Forever-free tier with unlimited episodes
- PAID monetization (70/30 revenue split)
- PodViz audio-to-video for YouTube
Cons
- Free tier limited to 1 podcast
- API access only on Networks plan
- No native video upload (audio-to-video only)
The Verdict
Choose Captivate if you:
- →Podcasters focused on audience growth
- →Teams and networks needing collaboration
- →Marketers using podcasts for business
Choose RSS.com if you:
- →Budget-conscious podcasters
- →Local and niche content creators
- →Beginners wanting simplicity