Comparison

Podcast Maker vs Hello Studios

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Podcast Maker

This app provides a comprehensive suite of tools for aspiring podcasters to record, edit, and produce audio content. It offers a built-in voice recorder, advanced editing features, and the ability to add music and sound effects. Users can easily arrange episode segments and export their creations to cloud platforms.

Highlights
  • Voice recorder
  • Audio editing tools (split, trim, equalizer, echo, reverb, noise cancelling)
  • Background music and sound effects library
  • Drag-and-drop episode arrangement
  • Cloud platform export
  • Import custom audio files
Features
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Welcome to Podcast Maker: Home Studio, a useful app for anyone who strives to become a Podcast Creator. With Podcast Maker, you now can use the built-in sound importing, recording, and numerous sound editing tools to make podcast from anywhere, at anytime and export the outputs to any cloud platforms! Let your vioce be heard! OUR BUILT-IN FEATURES: 1. Voice recorder - recording your stories with a single tap. 2. Edit your audio files with various premium tools: split, trim, equalizer, echo, reverb and noise cancelling 3. Add background music, sound effects and breaks music from our audio library, or you can choose to upload your own audio files. 4. Arrange your episode segments easily just by hold and drag each segment from the segment list screen. 5. Export your segments/episodes to any cloud platforms And many more features are on the way! They'll soon be onboard, please be patient with us and enjoy this pocket studio. As for Subscription Service: • Subscribed user has unlimited access to premium features, no ads and unlimited number of episodes to create/export. • Unsubscribed user can only use free features. • User can subscribe for one week (USD $2.99), one month (USD $5.99), auto-renewing subscription, or purchase for a lifetime access($19.99). • Payment will be charged to iTunes 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. • The 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. Privacy Policy: https://smartwidgetlabs.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of use: https://smartwidgetlabs.com/terms-of-use/ You are welcome to contact us at support@smartwidgetlabs.com

About

Hello Studios

This application provides a comprehensive suite of tools and services for podcasters, including studio recording facilities, remote production, editing, and marketing guidance. It facilitates collaboration among users and offers support for creating social media content and branding assets.

Highlights
  • Studio recording facilities
  • Remote recording and production
  • Podcast editing services
  • Episode title and show notes transcription
  • Podcast marketing guidance
  • Social media snippet creation
  • Podcast artwork and logo design
Features
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Discover our state-of-the-art studio and recording amenities. Engage with like-minded podcasters and leverage our user-friendly mobile application for seamless collaboration, all while tapping into our diverse array of podcasting solutions. Here's what we bring to the table: • Studio-based podcast recording facilities. • Remote recording services and production. • Podcast editing expertise. • Crafting captivating episode titles and transcription of show notes. • Guidance on initiating and marketing your podcast journey. Moreover, we extend these services virtually. We oversee your recording session remotely and provide comprehensive post-production support. Additionally, we specialize in creating social media snippets, podcast artwork, and brand logos tailored to your show. Become part of our dynamic studio and community today!

Screenshots

Podcast Maker4 screens
Hello Studios3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Hello Studios at 5.0 against Podcast Maker's 4.4. Hello Studios also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). Podcast Maker's advantage is ratings volume (412 vs 4) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Podcast Maker sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Hello Studios asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hello Studios holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Podcast Maker has 412 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Podcast Maker ships an update every 3 weeks, Hello Studios every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Podcast Maker versus Hello Studios: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPodcast MakerHello Studios
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (412 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews82.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings412 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size181 MB44 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperSMART WIDGET LABS COMPANY LIMITEDHello Studios, LLC

Customer experience

Podcast Maker

All ratings412 ratings
Positive84.7%
Neutral3.6%
Negative11.7%
Written reviews213 reviews
Positive82.2%
Neutral5.2%
Negative12.7%

Hello Studios

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Podcast Maker

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes when trying to import audio files
  • Saved edits not always preserved
  • Difficulty uploading podcasts to platforms
  • Inconsistent performance on different devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more free sound effects and background music
  • Improve audio editing capabilities
  • Integrate with more podcast platforms
  • Allow sharing/exporting of podcasts without premium subscription
  • Enhance noise cancellation and audio enhancement tools

Hello Studios

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Podcast Maker

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Trial Subscription3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$5.991 Month
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  • Yearly Subscription - Trial3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$24.99
None

Hello Studios

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Podcast Maker free?
Podcast Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hello Studios free?
Hello Studios is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Podcast Maker or Hello Studios?
Hello Studios is rated higher. Podcast Maker averages 4.4 out of 5 from 412 ratings, while Hello Studios averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Podcast Maker or Hello Studios have ads?
Podcast Maker shows ads; Hello Studios does not.
Which is updated more often, Podcast Maker or Hello Studios?
Podcast Maker ships an update every 3 weeks, and Hello Studios every 2 months. Most recently, Podcast Maker was updated on September 22, 2026 and Hello Studios on September 8, 2026.

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