Head-to-head comparison
Blubrry Hosting vs Libsyn
Two of the hosting tools podcasters reach for. Here's how they differ on pricing, features, audience, and the trade-offs that actually matter day-to-day.
Long-running host paired with the PowerPress plugin
Best for: WordPress podcasters who already use PowerPress and want managed audio storage.
One of the oldest podcast hosts, still trusted by large shows but feeling its age.
Best for: Established podcasts
At a glance
The honest trade-offs
Blubrry Hosting
Pros
- IAB v2 certified analytics included
- Deepest PowerPress WordPress integration
- Long, stable track record
Watch-outs
- Storage-capped pricing feels dated
- Dashboard UI is showing its age
- Lighter on modern monetisation tools
Libsyn
Pros
- Decades of distribution reliability
- IAB-certified analytics
- Spotify Video distribution on Advanced plan and up
Watch-outs
- Interface lags modern competitors
- Plan structure is confusing
- Video plans climb in price quickly
Which one should you pick?
Pick Blubrry Hosting if
You’re building around wordpress podcasters who already use powerpress and want managed audio storage.. Blubrry has been around since the mid-2000s and built PowerPress, the most-used podcasting plugin for WordPress. The hosting product pairs with it the way you'd expect.
Pick Libsyn if
You’re building around established podcasts. Libsyn has been hosting podcasts since before podcasting was cool, and big shows still trust the distribution. The interface and product modernization have lagged though, and newer platforms offer cleaner workflows at similar prices.
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Frequently asked
What does Blubrry Hosting do better than Libsyn?
Blubrry Hosting's standout is "IAB v2 certified analytics included". Libsyn doesn't make that promise — it leans into "Decades of distribution reliability" instead. If the first sentence describes your workflow, pick Blubrry Hosting; if the second does, pick Libsyn.
What are the trade-offs?
Blubrry Hosting: storage-capped pricing feels dated. Libsyn: interface lags modern competitors. Whether either matters depends entirely on what you actually need — neither is a deal-breaker by itself.
Do they support the same platforms?
Libsyn works on iOS, Android where Blubrry Hosting doesn't. If you're on a specific OS or device, that may decide for you.
Can I use Blubrry Hosting and Libsyn together?
Both are hosting tools so most teams pick one. Some workflows do combine them — for example, using Blubrry Hosting for one show or episode type and Libsyn for another. Worth trying both free tiers before committing.