Spreaker
Host, stream, and monetize your podcast in one place
What it is
Spreaker is a podcast hosting and live-streaming platform used by independent creators and radio broadcasters to publish, distribute, and earn from audio content. It combines real-time broadcasting with on-demand hosting and connects episodes to major directories like Spotify and Apple Podcasts. The integrated ad marketplace is a genuine draw for monetization, though the free tier is fairly limited in storage and upload hours.
Key features
- ●Spreaker Studio app for seamless recording on any device
- ●On-demand episode hosting and RSS feed generation
- ●Automatic distribution to major podcast directories
- ●Programmatic ad insertion and sponsor marketplace
- ●Episode-level download and listener analytics
- ●Embeddable podcast player widget
- ●Multi-show management under one account
- ●Scheduling for episode publication
Pros and cons
Pros
- +Instant, automatic monetization sets it apart from most hosts
- +Ad marketplace lets creators monetize without finding sponsors independently
- +One-click distribution to Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other major directories
- +Detailed per-episode analytics included on paid plans
- +Established platform with a large existing listener community
- +Multiple paid tiers scale from solo hobbyists to professional networks
Cons
- –Free plan allows unlimited episodes but limits to one podcast
- –Monetization starts instantly, but Free tier takes a 20% fee
- –Interface feels dated compared to newer podcast hosting competitors
- –Advanced analytics are locked behind higher-tier plans
- –No built-in audio editor, but includes Spreaker Studio recording app
Who it's for
- ●Independent podcasters who want to monetize through ads without a large audience team
- ●Creators who want to monetize their back-catalogue via programmatic ads immediately
- ●Radio stations moving existing content to a podcast distribution model
- ●Hobbyists testing podcasting on a free plan before committing to paid hosting
- ●Multi-show podcast networks managing several RSS feeds from one dashboard
Categories
Good for
Podcasters
Frequently asked questions
What does Spreaker's free plan actually include?
It includes unlimited episode uploads and automatic ad monetization. However, it restricts you to one single podcast show and only keeps 6 months of analytics.
How much does Spreaker cost for a paid plan?
Paid plans start at $20/month (Broadcaster tier). Pricing scales up based on advanced statistics depth, team collaboration features, and network ad management, not upload hours.
Can I really make money from ads on Spreaker?
Yes, instantly! Spreaker enables automatic programmatic ads for everyone, even on the free plan, with no minimum download thresholds required to start earning.
How does Spreaker compare to Buzzsprout or Anchor?
Spreaker stands out by offering instant, automated programmatic ad monetization across all tiers. Note that Spreaker no longer supports live broadcasting features. Anchor is now Spotify for Podcasters.
Does Spreaker distribute my podcast to Spotify and Apple Podcasts automatically?
Yes, Spreaker submits your RSS feed to major directories including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and others. Initial approval from each directory still depends on their own review process, but Spreaker handles the submission step.
Does Spreaker have recording or audio editing tools built in?
Spreaker does not include a full audio editor. You record and edit your episodes in a separate tool, then upload the finished file to Spreaker for hosting and distribution.