Best (and Worst) Podcast Apps for iPhone

[@Itstwistedroots]

I really appreciate this video. I've been bouncing between Spotify and Apple Podcasts for about a year now and never really knew what I was missing until you broke it down. I just downloaded pocket casts and I am excited to see the next level of podcasts. Thank you, you have a new subscriber.

[@beardfm]

That’s awesome, great choice! And thanks for subscribing!

[@vedaryan334]

Pocket casts is the best app I have used. It's ui is clean, easy to follow for anyone and just works from the get go. Others like podcast addict and republic on Android have too many features and very bad ui for no reason. I wish for a few more features on pocket casts tho, mainly searching for episodes. Only other competitor is antennapod

[@mr_red13]

What do you mean searching for episodes? Like episode number?

[@jacquelinevulcano626]

I just found out that my Stitcher app is being discontinued in August so this was very helpful in finding an alternative. I just really need one that is used on iphone (what I have) and android (which most of my students have). Thanks!

[@beardfm]

Glad it was useful, and I'd recommend Pocket Casts 100%

[@greghernandez7590]

I’ve used Pocketcasts for over 10 years on both android and iPhone. For the last 6 months or so it’s been unexpectedly dumping podcasts that are next in queue after playing a second or two. Updating and playing with settings doesn’t help. Pocketcasts WAS the best app but the new devs aren’t fixing this. Maybe I’ll give overcast another shot.

[@Chikowski101]

The bearded teacher is the best teacher ❤ Stephen i'mma bearded student too 😁 update: I left Spotify it has become much worse now , I switched to KZbin music and Pocketcasts I love Pocketcasts ❤

[@beardfm]

Pocket Casts is great! And thanks for watching 🙂

[@rano12321]

Great video. I use Antenna pod which I don't think available for iPhones but it's Foss and pretty good.

[@nemngeie]

Now i can make decision i think i’ll go with the Pocket Cast. Thanks for the video

[@Chikowski101]

Dude everyone loves Spotify. Its music recommendation is just mama miya it's amazing and it also recommends podcasts in the same way , it's the best in class❤❤

[@beardfm]

For music it certainly has great features, but as a dedicated podcast player it’s pretty middle of the road.

[@SaSpursFan]

Everybody is here bc the native podcast app apple makes has become trash over the past 2-3 years

[@beardfm]

Thankfully there are several great alternatives!

[@greghernandez7590]

When was it ever good?

[@yuriybesarab11]

Thanks aplenty for your advice! Pocket Cast is sweet!

[@beardfm]

I still use it as my main app!

[@jithendra7030]

Really appreciate the video, thanks. I am still using google podcasts and i really like it so far. no issues with the app.

[@mr_red13]

@adamstorkbmthis is what I dislike about Pocket Casts too. I like seeing unique artwork per episode and now I don’t know if I should go to Apple or Spotify for that experience.

[@V_Grey004]

Great video! I’ve been using Pocket Casts for years and wanted to see what else was out there. Looks like I’m sticking to PC! 😋

[@beardfm]

Same here! Love the feature set.

[@house0412]

Pocket cast must have listened to your review. They're up to 40 dollars a year! I found this review while searching for an alternative to Pocket Cast. Imagine my horror when I find out that they are the best! 😂

[@beardfm]

Haha well I still think they’re the best for power listeners, but iOS 17 is bringing some big changes to the Apple Podcasts app that make it a better experience. It should be out for everyone next week!

[@Ykodi01234]

Thanks Stephen. Today overcast really improved, do you still recommend pocket cast over overcast?

[@beardfm]

What kind of updates?? I'll have to check it out, haven't used in a while...

[@Ykodi01234]

@@beardfm a real overall look and feel refresh and the watch app sync got better. You should try and see. Tell me what you think. And it's free.

[@MeHeartBooks]

I use pocket-casts too, my only annoyance is the recommendation feature, it doesn’t seem very smart. How to you guys find good recommendations on this app?

[@beardfm]

The discover page will pull top shows charting in Apple Podcasts. But I often hear about podcasts from other podcasts 😂

[@Nabecastjp]

Thank you! Help me a lot! Hugs from Japan! 🤜🏻🤛🏽

[@beardfm]

Appreciate that!

[@selormey]

Great video! Been looking into a new podcast app. This has been super helpful. P.S Leaning towards Pocket Casts

[@beardfm]

Thanks man! Pocket Casts is my favorite by far.

[@devdofuturo]

Castro have a unique feature that is converting any video in audio file. I love!

[@beardfm]

Castro has great “Share a clip” features for sure!

[@CreachterZ]

I want a podcast app that can magically figure out when I fall asleep and it pauses the cast right there or sets a bookmark. Y’all work on that.

[@beardfm]

You could create a Focus Mode automation that pauses audio once it activates…

[@CreachterZ]

@@beardfm The tricky part is for my phone to figure out when I actually drop off to sleep to trigger it. That’s a million dollar idea. Maybe Apple Watch related.

[@DerrickMims]

I need that feature for the Audible app!

[@CreachterZ]

@@DerrickMims I know, right!

[@mr_red13]

I wish Pocket Casts had unique artwork per episode like I often see in Spotify and sometimes Apple podcasts.

[@beardfm]

True. It will show chapter artwork though

[@JasonQiuMusic]

Can you recommend an app that remembers your listening position across all devices? I'm no longer using Spotify and can't find another app that does this!

[@beardfm]

Pocket Casts does it exceptionally well! Syncs between iPhone, iPad, web player or Mac app. I believe Overcast does it too but I have less experience with that.

[@kidlettie]

I love pocketcasts!

[@beardfm]

Same!

[@Jacobjangle]

I’ve noticed Apple Podcasts runs smoother on iOS but I keep going back to Pocket Casts because of it’s vast features. You even pointed out some features I didn’t know were on there. Love the video! Thank you!

[@beardfm]

Thanks for watching! Once iOS 17 launches in a couple weeks, you may want to take another look at Apple Podcasts. I’m really liking the design and layout in the new version, but still lacks some features that Pocket Casts has, like setting an intro skip per specific episode, skip forward more than 60 seconds, etc.

[@hi_high_rya]

Is it just me but i think yt itself have lot of podcast and i like this . I like Google , Spotify and SoundCloud . I like all Spotify original podcasts .

[@MichaelStanton]

Apple Podcast pisses me off. After an update it reverts carplay steering wheel controls back to previous next instead of the setting I changed it to forward 30 and back 30 seconds. So when I forget and I use my steering wheel to rewind the podcast 30 seconds to just start the entire thing over drives me insane! Can you do a carplay podcast app video?

[@KrishnaMamunuru]

Love the video, I use Pocketcast and really love it, love overcast too but the main reason I don't use overcast is in the smart playlist you don't have the feature where you can filter episodes released only this week, so when I create a smart playlist it shows every episode of the show. I wish they had that feature or does it come as premium feature, let me know If I am missing anything here

[@KrishnaMamunuru]

Also cannot see Up next or queue on overcast

[@beardfm]

Thanks! And even when creating Smart Playlists, Overcast only allows you to choose specific shows and arrange newest to oldest. No option for "only last 7 days" or anything though.

[@KrishnaMamunuru]

@@beardfm Also we cannot see the queue or up next too, I hope they bring these 2 features

[@farisdanial6083]

It’s there possibly a podcast with video on it? Nice vid btw

[@beardfm]

Hey Faris! Are you looking for a video podcast to watch?

[@farisdanial6083]

@@beardfm yeah , but in mobile like overcast , pocket cast , are they exist? 🤣

[@minghonsiu]

From your exp, which app has the best feature? I use pocket cast and I find it very hard to find podcasts in its app. Or how do you search for podcasts? Thank you!

[@joedeveraux]

Quite informative and well done. 👏

[@beardfm]

Thanks!

[@MissH2Kings4v1thru7Set4Life]

One of the most high quality and professional podcasts I’ve come across this year! (2022) Thanks for all of the helpful information.

[@beardfm]

Thanks!

[@vincent-rz1pr]

Pocket cast now is 40usd a year, crazy times

[@ramonariasdisla]

nice video, thank you so much!

[@beardfm]

Appreciate it! Let me know what app you landed on 😉

[@ramonariasdisla]

@@beardfm I'm a live-time Pocket Cast user, I really love it.

[@imranchoudhry]

Thanks, very helpful

[@VeeRubedo]

Sometimes i forget not everyone uses spotify premium cuz without the premium its kinda shit-

[@michaelgriffith6410]

Why overcast app only shows 1 podcast on my podcast i chose. Does it only depict new episodes?

[@LuisLopez-wi2bs]

How do I find that "Movie Review" showing the movie Encanto? Thanks!

[@beardfm]

Here you go! www.moviesontheside.com/1914109/9889389-encanto-2021

[@johnfrank6083]

On the newest version of the Apple App, is there a way to delete played episodes? Very confusing. Does Overcast or Pocketcast allow you to delete episodes? Thanks.

[@beardfm]

Are you looking to delete the downloaded file, or do you want to remove it from the list entirely? Pocket Casts makes it easy to do both.

[@johnfrank6083]

@@beardfm I downloaded pocket cast app. Better than the Apple app. Looking for a KZbin video or online tutorial to learn all the ins and outs of the app, what all the symbols mean etc. Any suggestions?

[@KillierElite]

Love the video, I love pocket cast, best podcast app by far. Do you know if there’s a trick to getting latest podcast episodes faster. Recently some of my favorite podcasts are taking for ever to appear. I know part of it is the podcaster themselves when they upload it but just taking longer than usual. Just wondering if there’s any tricks or faster options. Thank you

[@beardfm]

Thanks! The only manual refresh option is if you tap on “Profile” > Scroll all the way down > Refresh Now. That will make Pocket Casts refresh all your feeds and check for new episodes!

[@frankvet1]

Overcast has no video podcast feature! No bueno

[@magdasuchanek]

I my opinion Google Pocasts is good.

[@hanshansen8080]

Does anybody know downcast❓😳

[@itsachris]

Man, was bummed to see pocketcast jacked their prices up quite a bit since this :(

[@beardfm]

It’s true, I’ve switched to Apple Podcasts full time and have really gotten to like it

[@user-dx4cc8sn1e]

What app can I use for free to start a podcast

[@beardfm]

What devices do you have? Ferrite is free with some features locked, or can use GarageBand. Then Buzzsprout has a free hosting tier!

[@user-dx4cc8sn1e]

@@beardfm I’m new to this and I have an laptop, tablet, and iPhone

[@beardfm]

Windows or Mac laptop?

[@user-dx4cc8sn1e]

@@beardfm window

[@markmclaughlin9252]

Downcast is the best , Not even mentioned 🤔🤔🤔

[@flavio6325]

Pocket Casts wins always

[@beardfm]

It’s my favorite!

[@iandundas8758]

RIP Castro

[@DirtBikeGoons]

Your missing the best one fountain lol

[@beardfm]

Haven’t heard of that one! Will try it next

[@simatbirch]

Downcast - you’re welcome.

[@beardfm]

That’s a good one, since this video I’ve actually switched to the stock Podcasts app in iOS 17. Design is great and the features are catching up with third parties.