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| Your shortlist | DirectoriesOvercast |
|---|---|
| General starting cost | Free |
| Billing and eligibility | View recorded plans (1)
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| The verdict | Overcast is a well loved iOS-only podcast app built by a single developer, with a smart speed feature that keeps its users loyal and listening. |
| Free tier | Available. Check the plan limits below. |
| Best for | Shows targeting an iOS audience that skews toward tech enthusiasts and heavier podcast consumption habits. |
| Not the best fit | Android listeners entirely, Overcast is iOS only and there's no version for them. |
| The gotcha | There's no publisher dashboard to speak of, it's a listener-facing app first, so you have limited visibility or control over how your show appears. |
| Public plans | Read public plan notes
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| Pricing notes | No additional note in the catalog. |
| Category | Directories |
| Tool type | Listening apps |
| Also listed in | No secondary categories |
| Price checked | 2026-08-27 |
| Next step | Visit Overcast |