Pocket Casts
FreePocket Casts is a podcast player with a clean interface, discovery tools, and apps for phones and computers.
About Pocket Casts
Pocket Casts is a podcast player owned by Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com. It lets you search for and subscribe to podcasts, manage a queue, set playback speed, trim silence, and sync progress across devices. Apps are available for Android, iOS, Windows and Mac, and there is a web player.
The iOS notes for version 8.21 describe a new Networks section in the Discover tab for finding shows from the same network, improved search, larger video player controls and a fixed Chromecast button. The Android listing shows a 4.8 rating and more than a million downloads.
Pocket Casts is free to use. A paid Plus subscription unlocks extras such as cloud storage for your own files and desktop apps and web access, according to its long-standing offering, though the details can change, so check the official site. An account is optional for basic listening but needed to sync across devices. It suits people who listen to many podcasts and want fine control over queues and playback.
A good pick if you want more control than the built-in podcast apps. Verify what Plus includes before upgrading.
Version history
1 release tracked- iOS: New Networks section in Discover
- Search includes networks
- Larger video controls and Chromecast button fix
Frequently asked
Is Pocket Casts free?
Yes for the core app. A paid Plus subscription adds extras.
Does it need an account?
Not for basic listening. Syncing across devices needs one.
Which platforms does it support?
Android, iOS, Windows and Mac.
Where does the download link go?
Directly to pocketcasts.com or the official app store for your platform. PlanetSofts never rehosts installers or adds wrappers, and these links were last verified Oct 6, 2026.