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Dropwave vs Buzzsprout
More features, lower price, complete freedom.
Buzzsprout is one of the most popular podcast hosts, known for its simplicity. But simplicity can come at the cost of power. Here's how Dropwave compares.
| Feature | Dropwave | Buzzsprout |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan available | ||
| Starting paid price | $9/mo | $12/mo |
| Unlimited audio storage (paid) | ||
| Bandwidth included | Up to 3 TB | 250 GB |
| IAB 2.0 certified analytics | ||
| AI show notes & keywords | ||
| In-browser audio editor | ||
| Audio-to-video conversion | ||
| Podcast 2.0 (chapters, transcripts) | Partial | |
| Episode scheduling | ||
| Multiple shows per account | Included | Extra cost |
| Custom landing pages | ||
| Social sharing tools | ||
| RSS feed redirect | ||
| Content freedom guarantee | ||
| Embeddable player | ||
| WordPress plugin | ||
| One-click import |
Comparison data as of March 2026. Features and pricing may change. Check each provider's website for current details.
Why creators switch from Buzzsprout to Dropwave
Real advantages that save you time, money, and headaches.
Save $36/year on day one
Dropwave's Individual plan is $9/mo vs Buzzsprout's $12/mo. That's $36 back in your pocket every year — and you get unlimited storage instead of hour-based limits.
AI tools that replace separate subscriptions
Buzzsprout doesn't offer AI-powered show notes, keyword generation, or episode summaries. With Dropwave, these are built in — saving you $20+/mo on third-party tools.
Edit audio and create video without leaving your browser
Dropwave includes a browser-based audio editor and audio-to-video conversion. Buzzsprout requires external software for both.
Multiple shows without multiple bills
Buzzsprout charges separately for each podcast. Dropwave's Network plan includes 3 shows for $20/mo — one account, one bill.
Switching from Buzzsprout takes minutes
No episodes lost. No downtime. No technical knowledge required.
Sign up for free
Create your Dropwave account in 30 seconds. No credit card required.
Paste your RSS feed
We'll import every episode — artwork, descriptions, timestamps, all of it.
Redirect your feed
Point your old RSS feed to Dropwave. Your subscribers follow automatically.
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