Both are strong choices. The short answer: pick Captivate if you are podcasters focused on audience growth. Pick Buzzsprout if you are first-time podcasters.
| Captivate | Buzzsprout | |
|---|---|---|
| In one line | Growth-oriented hosting with marketing tools. | The easiest podcast hosting with great onboarding. |
| Pricing | From $17/mo | Free plan; from $12/mo |
| Free tier | No | Yes |
| Best for | Podcasters focused on audience growth | First-time podcasters |
| Category | Podcasting | Podcasting |
| Website | captivate.fm | buzzsprout.com |
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