Podcast Addict: Podcast player

Podcast, Audiobook, Radio, YouTube, and RSS News — all in one app.

Podcast Addict is the #1 podcast app on Android, trusted by over 10 million users. With more than 500,000 reviews and an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5, it has enabled the download of over 2 billion episodes worldwide.

With Podcast Addict, you can seamlessly manage podcasts, radio stations, audiobooks, live streams, YouTube channels, SoundCloud content, and RSS news feeds—all from a single interface.

Getting Started: Start Guide
Bugs & Suggestions: Feedback Form
Changelog: View Updates
Contact: Settings → Feedback

The app is designed with minimal permission requirements to ensure privacy and security. If you encounter any issues or have questions, feel free to reach out directly.

Podcast Addict is completely free and offers unrestricted access to all features. A small ad banner appears at the bottom of the screen to support development.

Want to remove ads or support the app further? You can do so easily through an optional In-App Purchase.

Subscription & Discovery

• Search for podcasts by name or keywords (covering 1 million podcasts and over 35 million episodes)
• Explore trending podcasts by category
• Browse popular networks like NPR, BBC, Gimlet, Serial, TED Talks, and more
• Receive personalized recommendations based on your subscriptions
• Discover similar podcasts tailored to your listening habits
• Easily add custom podcasts by pasting RSS/ATOM feed URLs. Also supports iTunes, Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, YouTube channels, and playlists.
• Access private or premium podcasts via authenticated feeds

Playback & Audio Features

• Built-in audio enhancements including adjustable playback speed, volume boost, silence skipping, and mono playback (supports both streaming and downloaded files)
• Variable playback speed for video podcasts (available on Android 6.0+)
• Create and manage multiple playlists
• Advanced controls such as Shuffle mode, Loop mode, and Sleep timer
• Functions as a standalone media player (supports MP3, audiobooks, local files, and streaming)
• Full chapter navigation support
• Compatible with Chromecast and SONOS for seamless home audio integration

Automation Tools

• Set automatic updates, downloads, playlist additions, or deletions (ideal for downloading your favorite episodes overnight)
• Customize settings per podcast
• Integrate with third-party apps using intents for deeper control

Backup & Sync

• Automatic cloud backup keeps your data safe
• Export or import subscriptions using OPML files (compatible with other podcast apps)
• Full app backup and restore functionality ensures you never lose your preferences

Additional Features

• Store podcasts directly on SD cards
• Leave and read podcast reviews
• Rearrange subscriptions using drag-and-drop
• Control playback from Android Wear, Android Auto, Pebble devices, and more
• Access a powerful live radio search engine featuring over 150,000 radio stations
• Save bookmarks and notes within episodes
• Share podcasts with full descriptions across platforms like Twitter
• Support for premium, private, and authenticated feeds
• Customizable home screen widgets
• Create search-based podcasts that treat search queries as dynamic podcast feeds
• Build virtual podcasts or audiobooks from folder contents
• Personalize the app’s appearance with visual themes
• Use full-screen reading mode for RSS news feeds
• Apply advanced filters by type, keyword, or duration to show or hide specific episodes
• Fully accessible design for users with disabilities

Available Networks

• Chinese: HK Reporter
• English: 5by5, BBC, CBS Radio News, CBS Sport Radio, CNN, Crooked Media, Earwolf, ESPN, FrogPants, Gimlet, LibriVox, Loyal Books, MSNBC, NASA, Nerdist, Netflix, NPR, Parcast, PodcastOne, Podiobooks, Public Radio International (PRI), Radiotopia, Relay FM, Serial, Showtime, Slate, Smodcast, S-Town, The Guardian, This American Life (TAL), Ted Talks, The Joe Rogan Experience (JRE), TWiT, Wall Street Journal (WSJ)
• French: Jazz Radio, Radio Campus Paris, Radio Canada, Radio France, Virgin Radio
• German: Deutsche Welle, DRadio Wissen, ORF, SRF, ZDF, WDR
• Italian: Radio24, Rai Radio 1, 2 & 3

What's New in Version 2024.11.1

Updated on October 23, 2024 — this release includes minor bug fixes and performance improvements. Make sure to install or update to the latest version to enjoy the best experience possible.