Comparison

Podwise vs Folo

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

Head to head
About

Podwise

This app uses AI to summarize podcasts, extract key insights, and provide searchable transcripts. It helps users learn more efficiently by turning audio content into a personal knowledge library. Seamlessly export notes to other productivity tools.

Highlights
  • AI Smart Summaries
  • Key Insight Extraction
  • Searchable Transcripts
  • Podcast Mind Maps
  • Multi-Language Translation
  • Easy Note Export
  • Full-Text Search
Features
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Podcasts used to feel overwhelming, but with Podwise AI summaries, I can scan an episode in minutes and decide if it's worth my time. Huge productivity booster! — Sarah K., Marketing Manager I always struggled to really grasp the core ideas in complex podcasts. Podwise's key insights extraction is spot on – it highlights exactly what I need to know to "get it" right away. — Alex J., Researcher The searchable transcripts are a game-changer! It's so easy to jump back and find that one specific detail I want to re-listen to or quote. — Jordan P., Freelance Writer Being able to export my podcast notes directly into Notion is seamless. All my podcast learning goes right into my personal knowledge system. Seriously streamlined my workflow! — Jamie S., PKM Enthusiast This app totally changed how I consume podcasts. I'm actually learning from them now, even with just short bursts of time. It makes getting value genuinely efficient. — Emily C., Busy Student These are real testimonials from our users. ------------------------- Podwise: #1 AI Podcast app. We believe that in today's information-rich world, everyone who uses podcasts to learn and grow deserves a smarter, more efficient way to acquire knowledge. Podwise leverages powerful AI to help you overcome time and understanding barriers, turning podcasts into your personal knowledge library. AI Smart Summaries: Get a quick overview of podcast content in minutes – understand the gist of an episode fast. Key Insight Extraction: Intelligently analyzes episodes to pull out core ideas and quotable moments with a tap. High-Accuracy Transcripts: Provides searchable, accurate full text transcripts. Never miss a detail and easily find what you need. Podcast Mind Maps: Visualize the connections between different ideas and structure your understanding of the content. Multi-Language Translation: Translate transcripts into English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and more to learn from global podcasts without language barriers. Easy Note Export: Seamlessly export your podcast notes and key insights to popular tools like Notion, Readwise Reader, Logseq, Obsidian and Plain Markdown File. Full-Text Search: Search not just episode titles, but the actual content within episodes to quickly find specific discussions. Flexible Playback: Control playback speed, skip silence, and use other features to optimize your listening experience. Stop feeling overwhelmed by long episodes or complex topics. Podwise gives you the tools to master podcasts effectively. Dive straight into the core ideas on business, science, and philosophy from must-listen podcasts like Acquired, Huberman Lab, The Tim Ferriss Show, Lex Fridman, Invest Like the Best, and The Knowledge Project. Got feedback or suggestions? Reach out via the "Feedback" section in the app settings. We're always listening!

About

Folo

This AI-powered tool scans the internet to find and present information relevant to your interests. It filters out noise, delivering only the knowledge you truly care about.

Highlights
  • AI-powered content filtering
  • Surfaces relevant knowledge
  • Cuts through internet noise
  • Personalized information delivery
Features
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The AI that reads the internet for you, cutting through noise to surface the knowledge you actually care about. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Podwise4 screens
Folo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Podwise at 4.8 against Folo's 4.0. Podwise also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 41%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Podwise sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $5.95 per month and Folo sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Podwise holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 79 and 48 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Podwise's written reviews are positive against 41% of Folo's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Podwise ships an update every 2 weeks, Folo fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Podwise versus Folo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPodwiseFolo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (79 ratings) — better4.0 (48 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better41.3% of reviews
Number of ratings79 — better48
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB64 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperPODWISE PTY LTDNatural Selection Labs

Customer experience

Podwise

All ratings79 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral11.1%
Negative22.2%

Folo

All ratings48 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral4.2%
Negative20.8%
Written reviews75 reviews
Positive41.3%
Neutral14.7%
Negative44.0%

Bugs and requests

Podwise

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Folo

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Unable to open app on Mac
  • Images not loading in articles
  • Horizontal videos not playable
  • Unresponsive click issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Change text size option
  • Add language support
  • Improve notification system
  • Enhance sharing functionality

In-app purchases

15 purchases

Podwise

Subscriptions12
  • Standard (Black Friday)$5.951 Month
  • Standard (Chinese New Year)7 Days trial$6.491 Month
  • Standard7 Days trial$9.991 Month
Show 9 more
  • Pro (Black Friday)$11.951 Month
  • Pro (Chinese New Year)$12.951 Month
  • Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Standard Annually (Black Friday)$42.491 Year
  • Standard Annually(Chinese New Year)7 Days trial$46.001 Year
  • Standard Annually7 Days trial$70.901 Year
  • Pro Annually (Black Friday)$85.901 Year
  • Pro Annually (Chinese New Year)7 Days trial$92.901 Year
  • Pro Annually7 Days trial$142.991 Year
One-time3
  • 20 Extra Quotas$8.00
  • 30 Extra Quotas$9.00
  • 100 Extra Quotas$24.00
6 purchases

Folo

Subscriptions6
  • Folo Basic (Monthly)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Folo Plus (Monthly)7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Folo Basic (Annual)7 Days trial$49.991 Year
Show 3 more
  • Folo Pro (Monthly)7 Days trial$99.991 Month
  • Folo Plus (Annual)7 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Folo Pro (Annual)7 Days trial$999.991 Year

Questions

Is Podwise free?
Podwise is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Folo free?
Folo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Podwise or Folo?
Podwise is rated higher. Podwise averages 4.8 out of 5 from 79 ratings, while Folo averages 4.0 from 48 ratings.
Do Podwise or Folo have ads?
Neither Podwise nor Folo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Podwise or Folo?
Podwise ships an update every 2 weeks, and Folo fortnightly. Most recently, Podwise was updated on September 21, 2026 and Folo on September 22, 2026.

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