# Podcast Player - Video & RSS — Watch & Listen to Podcasts App

> Advanced podcast player for audio and video with smart discovery and playback features. (iPhone/iPad app by Maple Media Apps, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/podcast-player-video-and-rss/id386600664 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Maple Media Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1289801633)
- Category: News, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 2,189 App Store ratings · 783 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 157 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian Bokmål, European Portuguese, Russian and 3 more
- Released: 2010-09-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/podcast-player-video-and-rss/id386600664/reviews.md

## What is Podcast Player?

Podcast Player is an advanced Podcast playback app.


Podcast Player has pioneered many features that are commonplace today and continues to evolve. 

ADVANCED 

• Silence remover for audio podcasts, saves hours per week for the average listener without affecting sound quality 
• Clearer audio with equalizer, compressor / limiter and volume boosting DSP effects (on video, streaming and downloads) 
• Keep multiple devices in Sync with iCloud 

EFFICIENT 

• Organize your listening by categories  
• Server side refreshing and push notifications 
• Podcast Player is carefully developed and tuned to be nice to your battery 

FLEXIBLE 

• Download or stream any size show over WiFi or 3G 
• Fully supports password protected podcasts, including 1Password support 
• Built in sleep timer  
• Light / Dark UI themes 
• Play only the audio part of videos, if you like 

SMART 

• Extensive directory of Podcasts, search for shows by keyword, category, view the top podcasts or enter a URL manually 
• Find new shows from Podcast Player users listening patterns. Podcast Player can suggest shows you might like based on your existing subscriptions. 

Podcast Player is free, with ads. Try it now.

PEOPLE SAY: 

"Podcast Player mobile is a very solid offering in the podcast app space. The app is very stable and offers some nice features" - AppAdvice.com  

"I have found that Podcast Player is one of the fastest podcasting apps when it comes to managing feeds and downloading episodes. At the moment, no other app has been able to match it when it comes to managing those basic tasks." - Geoffrey Goetz "Podcasting 101"  

"Podcast Player is the perfect option for a beginning podcaster." - Emily. C. Gardener / gretchenlouise.com 


CONTACT & SUPPORT

Learn more: https://maplemedia.io/
Get in touch: support@rssrad.io

LEGAL

Terms of Service: https://maplemedia.io/terms-of-service/  
Privacy Policy: https://maplemedia.io/privacy/ 

Subscription Terms: Payment for subscriptions will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication.

## Key features

- Silence remover for audio
- Audio enhancement with DSP effects
- Cross-device syncing with iCloud
- Organize by categories
- Discover new shows via user patterns
- Password protected podcast support
- Built-in sleep timer

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RSS Radio - Annual MP | $11.99 | per year |
| Podcast Player - Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| RSS Radio | $2.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RSSRadio Full Version Upgrade | $3.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Podcast Player?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🚀 Customizable experience
- 🔒 Supports premium/paid content
- 👍 Flexible podcast management
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Efficient playback controls
- 👍 Reliable and stable
- 👍 Great for power users

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs after updates
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 👎 Confusing UI changes
- 👎 Removal of useful features
- 👎 Ads for paid subscribers
- 👎 Unreliable downloads and sync
- 👎 Podcast search issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Playback issues after device lock or switching apps
- Podcast downloads not working as expected
- Incorrect podcast artwork displayed
- Podcast queue not saving properly
- App crashing on launch or during use

**Most requested features**

- Bulk delete/archive for episodes
- Separate playlists for individual podcasts
- Apple Watch app integration
- Improved podcast discovery
- Customizable playback speed increments
- Ability to lock screen orientation

## Recent user reviews (10 of 783)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/podcast-player-video-and-rss/id386600664/reviews.md

### 4/5 — My favorite podcast app, but with a few crashes

*2026-07-30, version 5.5.11*

I’ve been using this app for years. I love that it can be set to download the latest episodes automatically. It can also be set to delete items in the queue when it has ended. My favorite thing is that the queue stays put no matter what. This means that if I accidentally tap a slow a few places down, it DOESN’T REMOVE everything above it, including the show I was in the middle of listening to. This is something that drives me CRAZY about most of the other popular media players. I like the latest addition of suggesting podcasts, BUT on a different screen that I never have to look at if I don’t want to.  
My only issue is that the app crashes/won’t run whenever I turn my phone to portrait mode, (which happens to me A LOT!!) Other than that, this app is a PERFECT 5 stars!! PLEASE don’t take any of your current features away.

### 5/5 — Thank God

*2026-07-28, version 5.5.11*

This is my revelation you are dying to hear how much I went through and then all the negative and all but I’m not going to give you that I’m gonna say thank God because I still have everything and I’m supposed to have

### 1/5 — Was… Favourite Podcast app!

*2026-07-08, version 5.5.11*

Edit. I don’t mind adverts. But you need to make sure you don’t use an advert supplier that links to viruses and malware. 



I’ve tried all of the big Podcast apps and this is by far my favourite. Has all of the features I need. Most importantly the audio compression feature - because podcast creators don’t seem to know how to balance sound this is essential for me.
Also allowing what order to sort podcasts in! Great.

### 1/5 — It is gone now

*2026-07-04, version 5.5.11*

This app was dropping the feed steadily. And complaining about how hard it had to work tracking ALL those podcasts and episodes! 
My wife’s phone has the default Apple app and it doesn’t complain, doesn’t drop the feed, has as many podcasts, and uses only about 40% as much storage.

### 2/5 — 最近になって再生中に突然落ちる。

*2026-06-27, version 5.5.11*

もうこのアプリを使って７年程になるが、最近、ポッドキャスト再生中に突然アプリが落ちる様になってしまいました。早くアップルデートで直して欲しい。

### 2/5 — Daily Beans & Unjustified

*2026-06-03, version 5.5.11*

Downloads are not timely.  And other issues.

### 4/5 — とても便利なポッドキャスト プレイヤーです

*2026-05-26, version 5.5.10*

これ以上の機能は追加は必要ないのでは。とても使い勝手が良いです。

### 1/5 — a bunch of my podcasts disappeared

*2026-05-19, version 5.5.10*

I can’t even add them back

### 5/5 — Sehr gute App

*2026-04-24*

Vermutlich habe ich jede Podcast App ausprobiert, aber dieser hier ist am besten. Die Navigation und der Aufbau sind klar strukturiert und sehr intuitiv. Das Design ist ansprechend und es lässt sich vieles konfigurieren, ohne das man den Überblick verliert. Vielen Dank für dieses tolle Softwareprodukt!

Verbesserung: Auf der Podcast Seite wäre es toll, wenn Mann die Kategorien ein- und ausklappen und Kategorien sortieren könnte. 

Danke

**Developer response:** Thanks for the amazing 5-star review and for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear Podcast Player - Video & RSS stands out among the many podcast apps you’ve tried. We also appreciate your suggestion about expandable, collapsible, and sortable podcast categories, and we’ll share it with the team for consideration in future updates.

### 5/5 — 最近になって再生中に突然落ちる。

*2026-04-21*

もうこのアプリを使って７年程になるが、最近、ポッドキャスト再生中に突然アプリが落ちる様になってしまいました。早くアップルデートで直して欲しい。

**Developer response:** Thanks for being a longtime Podcast Player - Video & RSS user and for supporting the app over the years. We appreciate you sharing this feedback about the recent playback crashes. If the issue continues, please contact support through the app so the team can help investigate further.

## Frequently asked questions about Podcast Player

### What does this podcast app do?

This app is an advanced podcast player that allows you to listen to and watch podcasts. It offers features like silence removal to save listening time, audio enhancement for clearer sound, and the ability to organize your subscriptions by category.

### What are the key features of this podcast player?

Key features include a silence remover for audio podcasts, an equalizer and compressor for clearer audio, iCloud syncing across devices, organization by categories, and smart suggestions for new shows based on your listening habits. It also supports password-protected podcasts and has a built-in sleep timer.

### Is this podcast app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, supported by ads. It also offers in-app purchases, and users can opt for a subscription model for an enhanced experience. Payment for subscriptions is handled through your Apple Account.

### Can I play video podcasts with this app?

Yes, this app fully supports video podcasts. You have the flexibility to stream or download any size show, and you can choose to play only the audio part of videos if you prefer.

### How does the app help me discover new podcasts?

The app features an extensive directory of podcasts that you can search by keyword or category. It also uses user listening patterns to suggest shows you might like, based on your existing subscriptions, helping you find new content efficiently.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.5.11 — 2026-05-31

A new version of Podcast Player is here! Here’s what’s new in this update:

General optimizations & stability improvements

Thanks for using Podcast Player! Have questions or feedback? Email us at support@rssrad.io for fast & friendly support.

### 5.5.10 — 2026-02-17

A new version of Podcast Player is here! Here’s what’s new in this update:



• Fixed a crash when clearing the downloads queue
• Resolved a playback issue with Apple Carplay
• Addressed a crash for some users on iPad
• Fixed an issue with searching in Japanese



General optimizations & stability improvements



Thanks for using Podcast Player! Have questions or feedback? Email us at support@rssrad.io for fast & friendly support.

### 5.5.6 — 2025-09-03

A new version of Podcast Player is here! Here’s what’s new in this update:

• Home Screen Widgets: View and play upcoming episodes, right from your home screen
• Custom App Icons: Personalize the look of your app icon
• Relax & Sleep: Unlock a library of soothing sounds
• Family Sharing: Share your subscription with up to 5 family members, at no extra cost
• Fixed a crash when clearing the downloads queue
• General optimizations & stability improvements

Thanks for using Podcast Player! Have questions or feedback? Email us at support@rssrad.io for fast & friendly support.

### 5.5.5 — 2025-08-28

A new version of Podcast Player is here! Here’s what’s new in this update:

• Home Screen Widgets: View and play upcoming episodes, right from your home screen
• Custom App Icons: Personalize the look of your app icon
• Relax & Sleep: Unlock a library of soothing sounds
• Family Sharing: Share your subscription with up to 5 family members, at no extra cost
• Fixed a crash when clearing the downloads queue
• General optimizations & stability improvements

Thanks for using Podcast Player! Have questions or feedback? Email us at support@rssrad.io for fast & friendly support.

### 5.5.4 — 2025-08-25

A new version of Podcast Player is here! Here’s what’s new in this update:

• Home Screen Widgets: View and play upcoming episodes, right from your home screen
• Custom App Icons: Personalize the look of your app icon
• Relax & Sleep: Unlock a library of soothing sounds
• Family Sharing: Share your subscription with up to 5 family members, at no extra cost
• Fixed a crash when clearing the downloads queue
• General optimizations & stability improvements

Thanks for using Podcast Player! Have questions or feedback? Email us at support@rssrad.io for fast & friendly support.

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