# Pocket Casts vs Spotify

Source: https://listme.name/compare/pocket-casts-vs-spotify
Framed by the ranking: https://listme.name/best/podcast-apps

| | Pocket Casts | Spotify |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 85.0 | 85.5 |
| Rank | #3 | #2 |
| Price | Free plan, paid upgrades | Free plan, paid upgrades |
| Best for | Free cross-platform listening with RSS feeds | Podcasts and music in one app |
| Any RSS feed | Yes | No |

A free podcast player for iPhone, iPad, Android and the web, with curated recommendations and private RSS feed support. Its app code is published under MPL-2.0, and its paid extras are in-app purchases. Carries podcasts alongside music on every major platform, with a free plan that includes ads. Its podcast tools are part of a music app, so dedicated listeners may find it less focused.