Pocket Casts: Podcast Player

Pocket Casts: Podcast Player

Podcasts App for iPhone

15K ratings
1270 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 26, 2011
  • July 7, 2026

Features

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About

This app offers a robust platform for discovering and listening to podcasts. It provides advanced playback controls, smart playlist creation, and seamless syncing across devices. Enjoy curated recommendations and a clutter-free listening experience.

Curated podcast recommendations
Customizable playlists
Smart playlists with automatic updates
Variable playback speed
Trim silence and volume boost
Cross-device sync
CarPlay, AirPlay, Chromecast, Sonos support
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What's New in Pocket Casts

8.15

July 7, 2026

Summer’s in full swing, and Pocket Casts 8.15 is here to soundtrack it. The mini player got bigger controls (your thumbs asked nicely), and the bottom of the podcast grid eases into a blur, so nothing gets lost or hard to read where the grid meets the player. New in this release: - Folders got context menus - A new Siri shortcut to mark the current episode as played - Chapter artwork now on the lock screen, Control Center, and CarPlay A few gremlins we escorted out: - The Share swipe action now dismisses automatically - Fix the Filters search header popping back when few episodes match - Fix incorrect section heading when opening an episode on the Apple Watch - Fix “Download All” on a season not warning before using cellular data - The Playlists tab uses consistent background in dark mode We also waved off iOS 16 and watchOS 9. Thanks for the memories.

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Subscription plans

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$39.991 Year
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Charts

Top Grossing

📈 52+1

News

This app rose +1 position in News chart.

Last updated on July 19, 2026.

Top Free

📊 67

News

The app has maintained its position at 67 recently.

Last updated on July 19, 2026.

Events

Read more about Pocket Casts meet Liquid Glass

Pocket Casts meet Liquid Glass

A sleek, translucent design built for iOS 26

Jun 20, 2026 Jul 20, 2026

Read more about Synced Transcripts

Synced Transcripts

Follow along as it plays.

Jun 28, 2026 Jul 26, 2026

Read more about Smart Folders

Smart Folders

Organize your podcasts automatically

Aug 4, 2025 Aug 18, 2025

User reviews

Would be nice to disable the mini player

Not sure if the devs actually use the app themselves but I can't imagine having the mini player moving around between the bottom row and expanding to another row being a good user experience.

Update: based on developer feedback, yes - turning off the minimize on scroll option in appearance helps. However, the reason I never thought to check that setting is the "plus" sign next to it. As I am not a plus subscriber, I naturally assumed the option is locked behind subscription.
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Super ap

Ça commence à faire longtemps que j’utilise Pocket Casts et j’en suis toujours très satisfaite, l’interface est claire et j’ai toujours trouvé ce que je cherchais.

Amazing, but one question:

I absolutely adore Pocket Casts. The layout, the functionality, everything. I only have one question though! Will there be any chance of support for Meta?

I'm not a huge AI fan but I got gifted a pair of their glasses and would love to listen to podcasts on them, but I hate using Apple Podcasts and Spotify isn't worth my time. Thank you for everything! :)
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My favorite but what an awful update!

The simplest interface and NOT Apple or others, I’ve loved it for years. New update, however, makes the playback function smaller and off center to display the podcast thumbnail during playback, and, why? Everything used to be one click away, now to access my downloads, I have to click the “Grid” button to bring up my functions showing “Profile”. Why, guys? I want to use your product to play back podcasts, why is it now harder to do that with one tap? Why is it harder to move around in them because the second most important part of a pod catcher (playback controls) are shrunk and move around with taps to get to other things? But, super cool we got a Liquid Glass update. I absolutely haven’t turned off that stuff from the first second. I really enjoy it being harder to see what I’m doing on my phone. Excelsior!!
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Lots of improvements recently

Thanks for the updates. Are you guys drinking stronger coffee?

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Podcasts disappearing from Up Next queue

Bug

Archived episodes reappearing

Bug

Inconsistent playback progress tracking

Bug

Search function not working as expected

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Requested Features

4 requests

Ability to create custom playlists or folders

Feature

Improved podcast discovery and recommendations

Feature

Better Apple Watch support with offline playback

Feature

More granular control over episode management

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FAQ

What is Pocket Casts?

Pocket Casts is a comprehensive podcast platform designed for listeners. It offers advanced tools for discovering new podcasts, managing your subscriptions, and enjoying a superior listening experience with features like customizable playlists and smart playback controls.

What are the key features of Pocket Casts?

Key features include curated podcast recommendations for easy discovery, powerful playlist creation (including smart playlists that update automatically), advanced playback options like variable speed and trim silence, and seamless syncing of subscriptions and listening history across all your devices.

Is Pocket Casts free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering a robust set of features for podcast listening and discovery. It also includes in-app purchases, which may unlock additional functionalities or content for users who wish to enhance their experience further.

What devices is Pocket Casts compatible with?

Pocket Casts is available on multiple platforms, including iPhone, iPad, and web browsers. It also offers integration with CarPlay, AirPlay, Chromecast, and Sonos, allowing you to listen to your podcasts on a wide range of devices and in various environments.

How does Pocket Casts help me find new podcasts?

The app provides hand-curated podcast recommendations, making it easy to discover your next favorite show. You can explore categories, trending podcasts, and personalized suggestions based on your listening habits to broaden your podcast horizons.