Analytics

OP3vsPodtrac

Compare OP3 and Podtrac side by side. See pricing, features, and which is right for your podcast.

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OP3

Free open-source podcast analytics

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Podtrac

IAB-certified podcast measurement

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Pricing Comparison

TierOP3Podtrac
Free TierFull analytics with public stats pageBasic measurement and 30-day metrics
Starting PriceFreeFree
Pricing Modelfreefreemium

Feature Comparison

FeatureOP3Podtrac
Downloads
Listeners
Demographics
Attribution
Prefix Integration
API Access
Real Time
Custom Reports

OP3 Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Completely free forever
  • No signup or login required
  • Open-source and transparent

Cons

  • No demographic data
  • No ad attribution
  • Stats pages are public by default

Podtrac Pros & Cons

Pros

  • IAB-certified measurement
  • Industry-standard rankings
  • Free tier available

Cons

  • Limited report customization
  • No real-time data
  • Interface feels dated

The Verdict

Choose OP3 if you:

  • Privacy-conscious podcasters
  • Open-source advocates
  • Those wanting simple, free analytics

Choose Podtrac if you:

  • Podcasters seeking IAB certification
  • Those wanting industry rankings
  • Publishers needing ad attribution

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