# Verbara - podcast player — Plex, Audiobookshelf & RSS > Personal podcast player for self-hosted audio and video content. (iPhone/iPad app by JOSEPH DANIEL HOARE.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verbara-podcast-player/id6782371836 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [JOSEPH DANIEL HOARE](https://appshunter.io/developer/6782371838) - Category: News, Entertainment - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 17.0 · 17 MB - Released: 2026-07-01 - Data updated: 2026-09-04 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verbara-podcast-player/id6782371836/reviews.md ## What is Verbara? Verbara is an app for playing podcasts from your own server. Archive any show - including private feeds - to your own server, with the ads removed. Play on the go - with smart download, sync and more. • Combine Plex, Audiobookshelf, and RSS into one library, with duplicates merged • Progress and played state sync to your server, and to every copy of a show • Archive any feed to Audiobookshelf, including private and members-only feeds, with the full back catalogue • Fix missing podcast metadata (dates, notes, episode numbers, artwork) from the source feed • Transcripts: tap-to-seek follow-along, on-device generation, full-text search across downloads • Chapters from RSS, Audiobookshelf, ID3 tags, and Plex • Auto-download ahead as you listen, Wi-Fi-only rules, auto-delete when finished • Video podcasts and Plex video libraries • Up Next queue, per-podcast speed, smart resume, sleep timer, AirPlay • Volume boost, voice boost, trim silence • Folders and smart folders across all sources • CarPlay, Siri, widgets, Lock Screen and Control Center controls • iCloud sync between your devices, no account needed • Listening stats • Light and dark themes, accent colours, alternate icons Verbara Pro is a one-time purchase. It unlocks downloads from server sources, audio effects, stats, transcripts, iCloud sync, metadata repair, and archiving to your server. Streaming, browsing, and public RSS podcasts (including downloads) are free. OPML export is always free. Verbara is an independent app and is not affiliated with Plex Inc. or Audiobookshelf. Tap "Try the demo" on the sign-in screen to explore the app with sample podcasts, no server needed. ## Key features - Unified library (Plex, Audiobookshelf, RSS) - Server sync for playback progress - Archive any feed to your server - Metadata repair - On-device transcripts with search - Chapter support - Smart downloads and auto-delete ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Verbara Pro | $7.99 | one-time | | Verbara Supporter | $19.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (1 of 1) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verbara-podcast-player/id6782371836/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Excellent Podcast App *2026-07-24* This is a great app for downloading and organising my favourite podcasts. 100% recommend! ## Frequently asked questions about Verbara ### Does Verbara have ads? Verbara is ad-free. The core streaming, browsing, and public RSS podcast features are free to use without advertisements. ### What is Verbara Pro? Verbara Pro is a one-time purchase that unlocks advanced features such as downloads from server sources, audio effects, listening statistics, transcripts, iCloud sync, metadata repair, and archiving to your server. ### Can I try Verbara before buying Pro? Yes, you can tap "Try the demo" on the sign-in screen to explore the app with sample podcasts without needing to set up your own server. ### How often is Verbara updated? The app was last updated on August 26, 2026, with version 2.4. This indicates a relatively active development cycle. ### What devices does Verbara support? Currently, Verbara is supported on iPhones. iCloud sync is available for seamless use across your Apple devices. ### Does Verbara support private podcast feeds? Yes, Verbara allows you to archive any feed to Audiobookshelf, including private and members-only feeds, with the full back catalogue. ### Can I listen to video podcasts with Verbara? Yes, Verbara supports video podcasts and can also play video libraries from Plex. ### How does Verbara handle podcast metadata? Verbara can fix missing podcast metadata such as dates, notes, episode numbers, and artwork directly from the source feed. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.4 — 2026-08-26 Bug fixes and performance improvements ### 2.3 — 2026-08-01 • Verbara Wrapped - your year in podcasts, generated entirely on your device • Archive Health - spot feeds dropping their back catalogue, and save episodes before they vanish • Improved Discover - private and members-only feeds, guests on your shows, starter packs, and For You picks • Playlists - build your own and play across every source • Video podcasts - watch, with picture-in-picture and chapters • Move in to Verbara - import your subscriptions in a couple of taps • Smart Speed, clip sharing, listening stats, and lots of reliability work ### 2.2 — 2026-07-16 • Ad-free episodes: detect or mark ad breaks, archive a clean copy to your server • People: follow hosts and guests, see every episode they're on • Redesigned folders and smart folders: drag to file, hold to reorder • Live activity centre: downloads, transcriptions and ad detection • Downloads now live in your Library • Reliability and performance improvements ### 2.1 — 2026-07-12 • Combine sources: Plex, Audiobookshelf, and RSS in one library • Merge shows and episodes, shared progress • Video podcasts and libraries • Folders and smart folders • Chapters • Plex and Audiobookshelf metadata repair • Configurable widgets and Control Center controls ### 2.0 — 2026-07-04 Verbara now plays from more than Plex. Listen from Audiobookshelf servers and any public podcast RSS feed, and switch between your sources any time. Discover and follow new podcasts, add them to your own server, and download the whole back catalogue. New: episode transcripts with tap-to-seek and on-device transcript search, Siri support, plus performance and reliability improvements. ## More apps by JOSEPH DANIEL HOARE - [Bookara](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookara/id6798806717) All apps by JOSEPH DANIEL HOARE: https://appshunter.io/developer/6782371838 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-04.*