Podcast Maker vs Surface Energy App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
Surface Energy App
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Surface Energy App: Your ultimate lifestyle companion. Experience the future of utility management with Rokswood. Our innovative app offers a seamless platform to handle all your essential services in one place. From powering your home with our smart prepaid gas, power, and water solutions to staying connected with airtime and data, Rokswood has you covered. Our user-friendly interface and efficient processes make managing your utilities a breeze. Key features: Surface Energy: Smart prepaid solutions for gas, power, and water Bill Payments: Easy payment for bills Wallet: Conveniently store and manage your funds User-friendly Interface: Simple navigation for a hassle-free experience
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Surface Energy App at none against Podcast Maker's 5. Surface Energy App also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, device support 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
Both are free to download. Podcast Maker sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Surface Energy App asks for nothing beyond the download.
Podcast Maker ships an update every 3 weeks, Surface Energy App every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Podcast Maker | Surface Energy App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (419 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 83.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 419 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 181 MB | 48 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SMART WIDGET LABS COMPANY LIMITED | Rokswood Efabshop Limited |
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
Surface Energy App
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Podcast Maker
- 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
- Lifetime$24.99
Surface Energy App
No in-app purchases
Questions
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