Podcast app that just plays downloaded podcasts

Blubrry Podcast Statistics count each ping as a download. The iOS podcast app by default subscribes listeners for stream plays and allows users to save on demand download as well as download new episodes automatically. Desktop podcast applications account for an ever-shrinking slice of the podcast consumption pie. Similar to mobile podcast apps, desktop applications are designed to run in the background to download podcast subscriptions for synchronization to mobile devices such as iPhones and iPods.

Desktop web browsers provide a way to play the audio directly from within the webpage. This percentage saw modest grown from , though in recent years it has plateaued. Mobile web browsers provide a way to play the audio to be played from within the webpage. There are one-click options for downloading all the podcasts in your view, playing them all, or marking them all as played. You can even speed up or slow down podcast playback for individual or all podcasts.

Instead, Pocket Casts has episode filters, which seem more clunky for creating topical playlists. And for users of both Apple and Android products, Pocket Casts will be a no brainer. Being able to use the same app no matter the brand of device, and sync your playlists between them all, is a huge plus. I love a lot of things about this app. Beautiful interface, simple search, easy to subscribe and categorize podcasts, a beautiful widget for your home screen.

Press and hold on a podcast to access all options for the podcast—category, how many episodes to download and keep, custom playback speed, etc. With a multitude of settings available, you can backup and restore your subscriptions, change sort orders and cleanup old downloads. You can even sync with Feedly for easier subscription management. Click the number in the bottom right corner to reorder the automatic playlist of unfinished episodes. My only complaint about BeyondPod is that it often seemed slow, perhaps simply because of the number of options.

BeyondPod is truly feature-rich. It allows complete manipulation and fine-grain control of every setting for every podcast. I loved the simple, easy to navigate interface. Downcast has a powerful search function that has multiple layers of information. You can search top podcasts by category or add podcasts manually. Click on a podcast that piques your interest for the complete description then view a list of episodes. The information icon has an even more detailed description of that particular episode.

Each episode is available to download, mark for streaming, or stream immediately. Even with limited terms, I was always able to find what I was looking for via search. Setting features: automatic feed refreshing can be set to wifi only helpful for my limited data plan , on a schedule ranging from every hours or at a specific location.

Downcast allows you to select between streaming, downloading, or manually choosing new episodes. I made several playlists within minutes of subscribing to all of my favorites.

There are a host of sharing options accessed via the individual episode screen. Users can take actions like copy, email, open in web browser, or utilize almost every social media service to share.

The top page of Instacast automatically displays unplayed podcasts so you can see what you have waiting with one glance. Sharing is limited to Twitter. Like Downcast, Instacast is available for purchase on Mac, and when an account is created, all podcasts and settings will sync between iOS devices and a Mac desktop or laptop. The downside to Instacast is the price. Instacast would be a good option if syncing between an iOS device and a Mac computer is a must. However, Downcast has a more streamlined, user-friendly approach.

RSSRadio7 is the perfect option for a beginning podcaster. When the app is opened for the first time, users are shown a welcome screen with a brief description of the simplest way to get started. Downloads button not only shows you any downloads in process, it also gives a storage report so users know when they need to start deleting podcasts. Highlights include: Content library updated multiple times daily, includes trending shows curated by the Player FM team.

Consistently ranked among the top podcast player apps worldwide. New interface streamlines user experience across audio and video content. Some of the highlights are: Trim silence Variable speed between. Their podcast app is easy to navigate and use, and they have hundreds of 5-star reviews.

Apple has featured them many times in the App Store as well! It can also be used for free to listen to your favorite podcasts. They also have iMessage and Apple Watch support. Highlights include: A completely ad-free experience. Easily create and manage a custom queue. Access previously listened to episodes.

Save your data and toggle what to download and what to stream. See recommended shows based on your interests and what is trending. Toggle playback speeds according to your preference. Get notified when new episodes are posted. Their UI is great and shows large artwork and has easy to use controls. You sure can. If you want to create your own show and publish it on Apple Podcasts, check out the resources available at podcasters. Your iTunes podcast library is now available on Apple Podcasts.

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