Podverse vs Satiro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Podverse
This app allows users to discover, subscribe to, and play podcasts, including video and live streams. It offers advanced features like V4V support, chapter integration, and cross-app commenting. Premium features enable seamless syncing across devices and content creation tools.
- CarPlay support
- Subscribe and auto-download episodes
- Video and livestream playback
- Podcasting 2.0 features (chapters, transcripts, comments)
- Value-for-value (V4V) support
- Create and share podcast clips
- Cross-device sync for subscriptions and queues
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Free features: * CarPlay * Subscribe to podcasts * Auto-download episodes * Video playback * Livestream playback * Drag-and-drop queue * Boostagrams (V4V) * Streaming Value (V4V) * Podcasting 2.0 chapters * Podcasting 2.0 transcripts * Podcasting 2.0 cross-app comments * Screen-reader accessibility Premium features: * Sync your subscriptions across devices * Sync your queue across devices * Sync your history across devices * New episode notifications * Livestream notifications * Create clips * Create playlists * Create a profile All Podverse software is provided under a free and open source license (AGPLv3).
Satiro
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The podcast app that lets you support creators directly. Satiro is a modern podcast player built for the Podcasting 2.0 era. Browse millions of podcasts, enjoy chapter navigation, and send value directly to creators using the built-in Lightning wallet. DISCOVER & SUBSCRIBE Find podcasts from across the globe with powerful search. Subscribe to your favorites and never miss an episode. Satiro automatically fetches new episodes from your subscriptions so you're always up to date. PODCASTING 2.0 FEATURES Experience podcasts the way creators intended. Satiro supports enhanced RSS features including: - Chapter markers for easy navigation - Value tags for direct creator support - Enhanced metadata and artwork BUILT-IN LIGHTNING WALLET Send sats to podcasters as you listen. The integrated Lightning Network wallet makes it simple to: - Stream payments while you listen - Send boostagrams with personal messages - Manage channels and view transaction history No third-party apps needed. Your wallet lives right inside Satiro. DOWNLOAD & LISTEN OFFLINE Download episodes over WiFi and listen anywhere. Satiro automatically manages your downloads so you always have something to listen to, even without a connection. QUEUE MANAGEMENT Build your perfect listening queue. Add episodes, reorder them, and let Satiro play through your lineup automatically. SIMPLE & FOCUSED No ads. No tracking. No algorithms deciding what you should hear. Just you and the podcasters you choose to support.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Satiro at none against Podverse's 1. Podverse's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.5). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Podverse sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Satiro asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Podverse | Satiro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (1.9K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 67.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.9K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 18.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 89 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Podverse LLC | ELEMENT.FM LLC |
Bugs and requests
Podverse
Reported bugs
3 issues- Disappearing downloaded episodes
- Inconsistent episode tracking and progress
- Crashes on startup for some users
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to sync playback progress across devices
- Automatic episode deletion after listening
- More customization options
- Improved Bluetooth/CarPlay integration
Satiro
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Podverse
- 1 year of Podverse Premium$17.99
Satiro
No in-app purchases
