Design, Video & Audio·Standings

Podcast Production Software

Podcast production software helps you record and prepare audio shows; the choice depends on the platforms you use and the features you need.

Read the signal score out of 10 as a guide to maker-published signals. API, open-source and free-tier marks indicate whether those attributes are listed for a tool.

• 13 platforms
• 1 with a public API on this page
• 9 with a free tier
• Checked 24 Oct 2026

1. #PlatformSignalPlugs inPrice
2. 1
   A

   Auphonicauphonic.com

   Audio post-production service with a free plan for reducing noise and reverb, leveling, and trimming filler.

   6.7 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $11/mo
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3. 2
   A

   Audacityaudacityteam.org

   Free desktop audio tool for recording and editing several tracks, with noise reduction.

   6.7 APIOpenFree Free tier
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4. 3
   RD

   RØDE UNIFYrode.com

   Free audio mixer for Windows and macOS that combines microphones and virtual audio sources.

   6.4 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $45.31/yr
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5. 4
   D

   Descriptdescript.com

   Audio and video editor for Mac, Windows, and web that turns transcript changes into edits.

   6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $16/mo
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6. 5
   C

   Cleanfeedcleanfeed.net

   Browser studio for live remote audio recording, with unlimited recording time and a free plan.

   6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $12/mo
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7. 6
   Z

   Zencastrzencastr.com

   Audio and video platform for iOS and web with separate participant tracks and a free plan.

   6.2 APIOpenFree Free tier
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8. 7
   FR

   Ferrite Recording Studiowooji-juice.com

   Ferrite records and edits multitrack audio for podcasts, radio journalism, lectures, speeches, voice-overs and other professional voice production.

   6.1 APIOpenFree Free tier · $14.99 one-time
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9. 8
   S

   SquadCastsquadcast.fm

   Web studio for recording audio and video locally, then uploading files to the cloud as you record.

   6.0 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $16/mo
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10. 9
    HP

    Hindenburg Prohindenburg.com

    Audio production software for Windows and Mac, available with a 30-day trial.

    5.7 APIOpenFree —
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11. 10
    A

    Alitualitu.com

    Podcast production app that runs in a web browser; subscriptions start at $38 monthly.

    5.7 APIOpenFree From $10/mo
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12. 11
    AH

    Audio Hijackrogueamoeba.com

    Mac audio recorder that captures sound from apps, websites, devices, or the whole system.

    5.6 APIOpenFree $69 one-time
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13. 12
    P

    PodcastlePodcastle

    Free podcast software for iOS, with a Business plan priced on request.

    4.9 APIOpenFree Free tier
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14. 13
    AA

    Adobe Auditionadobe.com

    Audio editor for Windows and macOS with multitrack editing and noise reduction; paid, with a 7-day trial.

    4.6 APIOpenFree —
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How to choose

Which platforms does it need to run on?

Choose a tool that runs on the devices you plan to use. The category includes software for macOS, Windows, web, iOS, Linux and Android.

Check the individual product's platform details before choosing; category-wide platform availability does not mean a particular tool runs everywhere.

Can I try podcast production software for free?

Start with a free plan or trial if you want to explore a tool before paying. Audacity and RØDE UNIFY are listed as free, while Auphonic and Cleanfeed have free plans.

Pricing varies: Audio Hijack is paid, with pricing from $69, and Cleanfeed has paid plans from $12 per month.

What should I check in the signal marks?

Use the API, open-source and free-tier marks to check the attributes that matter to your choice. A public API can matter when you need software to connect with other services, but confirm the product's details before relying on it.

If you need to read or change the code, check the tool's licence and whether its code is open source.

Questions

What does podcast production software do?

It helps you produce a podcast. Compare platform support, cost and the features you need before choosing.

Is there free podcast production software?

Audacity and RØDE UNIFY are listed as free. Auphonic and Cleanfeed have free plans; check product details for current terms.

Which podcast software works on my computer or phone?

The category includes tools for macOS, Windows, web, iOS, Linux and Android. Check the platform details for the specific product.

What does the signal score mean?

It is a score out of 10 based on maker-published signals: use, public API, documentation depth, open-source code and a free tier.

Does podcast software have an API or open-source code?

The board marks public API and open-source status where listed. Check a product's details to confirm whether either is available.

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