Upwork vs Podcast Insider
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Upwork
This app provides a unified platform for managing all aspects of your work, whether you're hiring or freelancing. Post jobs, submit proposals, communicate with clients, and track projects seamlessly from your mobile device.
- Post jobs
- Submit proposals
- Message clients/freelancers
- Track projects
- Manage contracts
- Purchase Connects
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One app. All of Upwork. Enjoy a smoother, faster, and more flexible experience designed to help you get work done. Manage your work on the go. Whether you're hiring, freelancing, or doing both, you can post jobs, purchase Connects and submit proposals, message, track projects, and manage contracts — all from a single app. Some features, including submitting proposals, require Connects. Connects are available as in-app purchases. This unified experience saves you time and helps you stay focused on what matters most: getting great work done. It’s everything you need, all in one powerful, easy-to-use app, built to support the way you work. Terms of Use: https://www.upwork.com/legal#terms-of-use To learn more about opting out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information, please visit our Privacy Center: https://www.upwork.com/legal#privacy-center
Podcast Insider
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Blubrry Podcast Insider the official Podcast of Blubrry Podcasting. Listen to the podcast, access our weekly educational blog posts, and stay abreast of promotions and everything we do to help you as a podcaster grow your show.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Podcast Insider at none against Upwork's 2. Podcast Insider also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). Upwork's advantage is chart position (#103 vs unranked). On price 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. Upwork sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $27.00 per month. Podcast Insider asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Upwork | Podcast Insider |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (71K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 29.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 71K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #103 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 9.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 149 MB | 86 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Upwork Global Inc. | RawVoice Inc. |
Bugs and requests
Upwork
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Inconsistent behavior when applying for jobs
- Verification and account suspension issues
- Unreliable push notifications
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to save search criteria
- Improved messaging and notification system
- Better integration between app and website
- More transparency around fees and payment process
Podcast Insider
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Upwork
- Plus$27.001 Month
- Plus$29.991 Month
Podcast Insider
No in-app purchases
