Best Free Podcast Client Apps

18+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated October 2026

Finding the right free podcast client apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 18+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Free Podcast Client Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Mobile MAMobile MAFree2.8★ (10)NoYesNov 2026
2Podcat - your Podcast ClientPodcat - your Podcast ClientFree5.0★ (4)NoYesNov 2026
3Up Next - Podcast clientUp Next - Podcast clientFree3.0★ (1)NoNoNov 2026
4Unwatched for YouTubeUnwatched for YouTubeFree4.6★ (445)NoNoNov 2026
5Amperfy MusicAmperfy MusicFree4.6★ (149)NoNoNov 2026
6Sidequestboard: Freelance JobsSidequestboard: Freelance JobsFree—NoYesNov 2026
7Icefall: Icecast Stream ClientIcefall: Icecast Stream ClientFree5.0★ (4)NoNoOct 2026
8PodPodiumPodPodiumFree4.0★ (3)NoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Free Podcast Client

Mobile MA#1

Mobile MA by Sven Uwe Hanold

Client for Music Assistant
Editor's Choice
🎵 Music
2.8(10 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app acts as an unofficial client for a music streaming service, consolidating your music library, podcasts, and radio stations. It offers advanced playback features like multiroom sync, customizable scenes, and detailed audio controls. Enjoy your entire music collection across various devices with a personalized interface.

Podcat - your Podcast Client#2

Podcat - your Podcast Client by Jeanette Mueller

The cat hears podcasts
Strong Contender
📡 News
5.0(4 ratings)
Free
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This podcast client offers advanced features for managing and listening to your favorite shows. It supports various chapter marker types and provides community-specific enhancements. Enjoy customizable playback speeds, sleep timers, and intelligent episode sorting.

Up Next - Podcast client#3

Up Next - Podcast client by Holger Krupp

Listen to all your shows
Worth Considering
🎬 Entertainment
3.0(1 ratings)
Free
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This podcast client offers smart chapter skipping, private on-device transcription, and robust queue management. Enjoy offline downloads, chapter-aware playback, and seamless integration with CarPlay and Siri Shortcuts. It prioritizes user control and privacy with no data collection or ads.

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FAQ about Free Podcast Client

What are the best free podcast client apps for iPhone?
Mobile MA tops our free podcast client apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 2.8-star average from 10 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Mobile MA has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 18+ free podcast client apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.