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Dropwave vs Transistor
More creative tools, same multi-show focus.
Transistor is a solid choice for businesses and multi-show publishers. But Dropwave matches their strengths while adding AI tools and creative features they don't have.
| Feature | Dropwave | Transistor |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan available | ||
| Starting paid price | $9/mo | $19/mo |
| Unlimited audio storage (paid) | ||
| Bandwidth included | Up to 3 TB | 10,000 downloads |
| 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 | Included |
| 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 Transistor to Dropwave
Real advantages that save you time, money, and headaches.
Half the price, no download caps
Transistor starts at $19/mo and caps you at 10,000 downloads. Dropwave starts at $9/mo with bandwidth measured in GB, not arbitrary download limits.
A free plan to get started
Transistor has no free tier — you're paying from day one. Dropwave's free Starter plan gives you 5 hours/month, so you can launch your podcast with zero risk.
AI and creative tools built in
Transistor focuses on distribution and analytics. Dropwave adds AI show notes, keyword generation, a browser audio editor, and video conversion — tools that save hours every episode.
Content freedom guarantee
Transistor's terms give them discretion over content. Dropwave was founded on content freedom — we serve your podcast, we don't police it.
Switching from Transistor 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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