# Downcast vs Outcast for Watch

The clearest difference is device support: Downcast at 4 against Outcast for Watch's 2. Downcast also leads on chart position (#3 vs #13) and iOS requirement (14.7 vs 17.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Downcast costs $2.99 and Outcast for Watch $2.99 up front. Downcast sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Outcast for Watch sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Downcast against 4.2 for Outcast for Watch. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.7K and 970 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of Downcast's written reviews are positive against 66% of Outcast for Watch's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Downcast | Outcast for Watch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.3 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/downcast/id393858566/reviews)** | [4.2 (970 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outcast-for-watch/id1326693810/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.7K** | 970 |
| Positive reviews | **70.8% of reviews** | 65.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#3** | #13 |
| Size | 45 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.7** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Jamawkinaw Enterprises LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/393858569) | [Crunchy Bagel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1084571682) |

## What reviewers say

### Downcast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/downcast/id393858566)

**Currently charting:** #3 Top Paid · News (US App Store)

Manage and listen to podcasts with a powerful, feature-rich player. Offers extensive download and playback options, including variable speed and CarPlay support. Syncs across devices via iCloud.

**Highlights:** Search, subscribe, and download podcasts, Manual subscription via URL, Automatic downloads and background downloading, Variable playback speed, AirPlay and Google Cast support, iCloud syncing for subscriptions and settings, Smart playlist creation

**Features:** Siri integration, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Encouraging Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Motivating Tip | $5.99 | one-time |
| Galvanizing Tip | $8.99 | one-time |
| Inspiring Tip | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful features
- 👍 Highly customizable
- 💡 Granular podcast management
- 🚀 Reliable performance
- 👍 Great organization and playlists

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🔍 Subpar search functionality
- 👎 Outdated user interface
- 👎 Syncing problems

**Reported bugs**

- Podcast downloads failing
- Playback position not saved correctly
- Podcast artwork and information mix-ups
- Continuous play issues
- Crashing on startup

**Requested features**

- Bookmark feature
- Playback speed of 1.75x
- Podcast triage/management tools
- Improved CarPlay integration
- Apple Watch app with volume control


### Outcast for Watch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outcast-for-watch/id1326693810)

**Currently charting:** #13 Top Paid · News (US App Store)

Listen to podcasts directly from your Apple Watch without your phone. Search, download, and stream episodes, manage playlists, and view episode chapters. Sync with your phone for easier management and add complications to your watch face.

**Highlights:** Standalone Apple Watch podcast player, Search podcasts on watch, Download/stream episodes, Playlist creation, View episode chapters, Phone management, Watch face complication

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip - Small | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tip - Medium | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tip - Large | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast downloads
- 👍 Standalone Apple Watch app
- 👍 Intuitive user interface
- 🚀 Efficient use of WiFi
- 👍 Podcast management on watch

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable downloads/playback
- 🔋 High battery drain
- 👎 Requires keeping watch screen on during downloads
- 👎 Difficult to manage podcasts on watch

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when searching/browsing podcasts
- Podcast downloads randomly pause or fail
- Playback issues with Bluetooth headphones

**Requested features**

- Add variable playback speed
- Sync podcast progress between watch and phone
- Automatic podcast downloads
- Ability to control volume from app
- Improve search and podcast discovery


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Downcast free?

Downcast costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Outcast for Watch free?

Outcast for Watch costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Downcast or Outcast for Watch?

Downcast is rated higher. Downcast averages 4.3 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while Outcast for Watch averages 4.2 from 970 ratings.

### Do Downcast or Outcast for Watch have ads?

Neither Downcast nor Outcast for Watch shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Downcast or Outcast for Watch?

Downcast ships an update monthly, and Outcast for Watch monthly. Most recently, Downcast was updated on November 1, 2026 and Outcast for Watch on October 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Downcast or Outcast for Watch?

Downcast currently peaks at #3 in the App Store charts, and Outcast for Watch at #13. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*