Despite the arrival of new technologies, radio is still very present in our lives. Podcasts are an evolution of this format, being able to have a multitude of programs on demand to enjoy at any time. Whether they are traditional radio programs or exclusive formats from these platforms, you can find hundreds of podcasts dedicated to different topics: politics, sports, culture, technology, humor and much more. For this reason, in this article we show you which are the main podcast applications for iPhone, being able to find all your favorite programs in them. If you are new to these formats, you may discover many that you did not know.
Apple Podcast, the simplest native layout
If you are used to using native Apple applications, possibly the interface of this application is the most comfortable for you. In addition to being one hundred percent free, you will be able to find all your programs ready to be listened to and even without an internet connection by downloading them previously. You may not even have to install the application if you still keep it on your device, since it is installed as standard on iPhones.
Google Podcast is not the best, but it is very attractive
If Apple has its own, Google was not going to be less and also has a native application for listening to podcasts. It has perhaps some other disadvantage such as not being able to insert a paid podcast in it, but it is undoubtedly one of the most visually attractive. It is very simple to use and you can intuitively guide yourself to discover new programs of all kinds of themes.
Spotify is no longer just for music
The well-known platform for listening to music in streaming has adapted to the new times and already has a multitude of podcast programs, some of them even exclusive to its service. The company is betting heavily on this sector and it is possibly one of the applications that must be on hand in the future to enjoy the creme de la creme of podcasting.
Pocket Cast with one of the most complete interfaces
Although this app is only available in English, it is one of the favorites of thousands of users around the world. Its podcast player offers very powerful tools when it comes to listening, searching, and discovering. Its interface is really striking and is possibly the most attractive of the ones we discussed in this article.
Spreaker Podcast Player, also great for podcasters
Spreaker has a complete application to listen to podcasts with interesting search and exploration tabs. However, it is also a creation platform for podcasters that, if you are interested in this world, perhaps you should try.
Overcast, the favorite of (almost) everyone?
Before we spoke of Pocket Cast as one of the favorites of many users, but without a doubt this Overcast is its most direct rival for offering similar tools and being just as popular. Among the highlights of it we find its smart filters or its versions for Apple Watch and even cars for its great compatibility with Apple CarPlay.
iVoox mixes postcast and live radio
We spoke at the beginning of podcasts as the evolutionary platform of radio, but the truth is that in applications like iVoox they coexist perfectly. This application will not only allow you to discover new podcasts and listen to those that you have already subscribed to, but it will also allow you to listen to a multitude of local and national stations live. All this with a very careful and optimized interface for your iPhone.
Player FM mixes all kinds of audio content
This is one of the applications in which you can listen to podcasts, radio programs and even music in an audio format in which the highest quality is maintained. It is somewhat reminiscent of iVoox, but it could live with it perfectly. It is very easy to use and has interesting tools for discovering new content.