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| Your shortlist | MonetizationGumball |
|---|---|
| General starting cost | Free |
| Billing and eligibility | View recorded plans (1)
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| The verdict | Gumball is a podcast ad marketplace and analytics platform that pairs shows with sponsors and tracks campaign performance for both sides. |
| Free tier | Available. Check the plan limits below. |
| Best for | Growing independent shows that want a simpler path to sponsorship than pitching brands cold, plus some analytics to back it up. |
| Not the best fit | Enterprise networks that already have dedicated ad sales teams and don't need a marketplace matchmaking layer. |
| The gotcha | Approval isn't automatic, shows go through a review before they can list, so smaller or niche shows sometimes get turned away. |
| Public plans | Read public plan notes
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| Pricing notes | No additional note in the catalog. |
| Category | Monetization |
| Tool type | Podcast ad marketplaces |
| Also listed in | No secondary categories |
| Revenue methods | Ads and sponsorships |
| Monetization requirements | A podcast sponsorship marketplace, not public podcast hosting. Check show eligibility and campaign requirements. |
| Price checked | 2026-08-27 |
| Next step | Visit Gumball |