Head-to-head comparison
Cleanfeed vs Craig
Two of the recording tools podcasters reach for. Here's how they differ on pricing, features, audience, and the trade-offs that actually matter day-to-day.
Broadcast-grade browser audio loved by BBC and NPR producers.
Best for: Live radio and broadcast
Discord voice-channel recording bot with multi-track output for podcasts run on Discord.
Best for: Discord-based shows
At a glance
The honest trade-offs
Cleanfeed
Pros
- True broadcast audio quality in-browser
- Generous free tier with multitrack
- No install or signup for guests
Watch-outs
- Audio only, no video for most tiers
- Interface and docs are aggressively dated
- Echo cancellation can be inconsistent
Craig
Pros
- Free with multi-track output for post-production
- Up to 6 hours continuous recording
- Recordings downloadable for 7 days
Watch-outs
- Audio quality limited by Discord's codec
- Requires server admin to add the bot
- No editing — just raw files
Which one should you pick?
Pick Cleanfeed if
You’re building around live radio and broadcast. Cleanfeed is the quiet pro choice — 320 kbit/s stereo over a browser link with zero fluff. There's no fancy editor, no AI cleanup, just exceptional audio for live remote sessions.
Pick Craig if
You’re building around discord-based shows. Craig is the Discord bot that records voice channels with each speaker on a separate track. Free, runs on any server you can add it to, exports FLAC and AAC.
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Frequently asked
What does Cleanfeed do better than Craig?
Cleanfeed's standout is "True broadcast audio quality in-browser". Craig doesn't make that promise — it leans into "Free with multi-track output for post-production" instead. If the first sentence describes your workflow, pick Cleanfeed; if the second does, pick Craig.
What are the trade-offs?
Cleanfeed: audio only, no video for most tiers. Craig: audio quality limited by discord's codec. Whether either matters depends entirely on what you actually need — neither is a deal-breaker by itself.
Can I use Cleanfeed and Craig together?
Both are recording tools so most teams pick one. Some workflows do combine them — for example, using Cleanfeed for one show or episode type and Craig for another. Worth trying both free tiers before committing.