Libsyn

Libsyn

2.0 out of 5 stars
SoundCloud

SoundCloud

4.2 out of 5 stars
Libsyn SoundCloud

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Libsyn:

About

Liberated Syndication (Libsyn) pioneered the system to host and publish podcasts in 2004. Since then we have grown into a world-leading podcast hosting platform and have provided publishers with hosting, distribution, podcast advertising, and monetization services. We have worked with thousands of producers - from beginners to professionals - to easily help them establish their brand and unique show, build an audience and make money through new media. We are the best because we work with the best. We look forward to doing the same with you. Libsyn hosts over 5.8 million media files from more than 75,000 podcasts. In 2020, Libsyn delivered over 6 billion downloads. Podcast producers choose Libsyn to deliver their audio and video podcast episodes, distribute their content through smartphone apps (iOS and Android), and monetize via premium subscription services and advertising.
SoundCloud:

About

As the world’s largest music and audio platform, SoundCloud lets people discover and enjoy the greatest selection of music from the most diverse creator community on earth. Since launching in 2008, the platform has become renowned for its unique content and features, including the ability to share music and connect directly with artists, as well as unearth breakthrough tracks, raw demos, podcasts and more. This is made possible by an open platform that directly connects creators and their fans across the globe. Music and audio creators use SoundCloud to both share and monetise their content with a global audience, as well as receive detailed stats and feedback from the SoundCloud community.
Libsyn:

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported
SoundCloud:

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Not Supported
Libsyn:

Audience

Podcasters
SoundCloud:

Audience

Anyone who wants to host music or podcasts online
Libsyn:

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported
SoundCloud:

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported
Libsyn:

API

Offers API Not Supported
SoundCloud:

API

Offers API Not Supported
Libsyn:

Screenshots and Videos

SoundCloud:

Screenshots and Videos

Libsyn:

Pricing

$5 per month
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported
SoundCloud:

Pricing

No information available.
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Not Supported
Libsyn:

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 2.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 4.0 / 5
support 1.0 / 5
SoundCloud:

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.2 / 5
ease 4.8 / 5
features 4.2 / 5
design 4.0 / 5
support 4.5 / 5
Libsyn:

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • 1. Uploading podcasts 2. Monitoring the stats 3. Features 4. Podcast page 5. Embed codes 6. Pricing starts with $5

Cons

  • 1. Poor customer support 2. Rigid and not yet adjusted to the changed Reserve Bank Credit Card Rules. 3. Changing codes 4. No trial 5. Bill Payment only on certain days
SoundCloud:

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • - SoundCloud has a lot of underrated artists and various types of music on their platform. - The user interface of the application is clean and easy to use. - It is available on all the platforms. - The output quality of the songs is high and crystal clear to hear. - There are a lot of curated playlists available according to moods.
  • - SoundCloud is easy and intuitive to use. - It is a good platform to get started as an artist. - There are millions of songs and beats present on the platform. - The platform is ad-free.
  • I’ve been using it to start hosting some of my audio files for music and podcasts. It’s a great place to get started because their free version allows you to still upload a decent amount without any issue.
  • Soundcloud is the place to go to find the latest original works (tracks and podcasts), remixes, and samples. Its automated copyright detection system ensures that the audio files you can find are novel, and many up and coming artists got their start on Soundcloud. There is also what feels like a rudimentary social network system that you can use to find similar artists based on how they interact via comments and votes.
  • The free version has a cap with how many minutes you can upload, but the amount they allow is pretty generous and enough to test it out. Combined with some social media presence elsewhere, and this is a great place to upload your music or other audio. It's easy to upload, and you can choose whether or not someone can download your tracks.

Cons

  • - It ticks all the checkmarks and does not lack in any category. No cons in my opinion.
  • - The output sound quality on SoundCloud is average.
  • I mean, the limits for the basic version are not ideal. You only get 4 GB per month which is about 3 hours. This means a ton for music creators, but for podcast creators that can be limiting, depending on the length and frequency of your podcast episodes.
  • The interface on desktop wasn't the most intuitive for me. I endured feeling like I was at risk of going deaf for a few months before finally figuring out how to change the volume on individual tracks...
  • It's not as popular as YouTube, and I find Bandcamp is much better for finding specific, niche things. Soundcloud, like all the popular sites is also oversaturated with people so you really need to work to make yourself stand out from everyone else. Likewise, on the audience end, it's a mess to find something worth listening to.
Libsyn:

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported
SoundCloud:

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported
Libsyn:

Company Information

Libsyn
Founded: 2004
United States
libsyn.com
SoundCloud:

Company Information

SoundCloud
Founded: 2007
Germany
soundcloud.com
Libsyn:

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Libsyn:

Categories

Podcast Supported
Podcast Analytics Supported
Podcast Hosting Supported
SoundCloud:

Categories

Music Streaming Supported
Podcast Supported
Podcast Hosting Supported
Podcast Recording Supported
Libsyn:

Podcast Features

Audio Editing Tools Not Supported
Audio Recording Not Supported
Audio to Text Transcription Not Supported
Brand Safety Not Supported
Create Cover Art Not Supported
Distribution Tools Supported
Import / Export Not Supported
Live Broadcasting Not Supported
Market Intelligence Not Supported
Monetization / Advertising Management Supported
Podcast Web Hosting Supported
Reporting / Analytics Not Supported
Sounds Effects / Music Not Supported
Subscriber Management Not Supported
Supports Multiple Hosts/Guests Not Supported
Video Support Not Supported
SoundCloud:

Podcast Features

Audio Editing Tools Not Supported
Audio Recording Not Supported
Audio to Text Transcription Not Supported
Brand Safety Not Supported
Create Cover Art Not Supported
Distribution Tools Not Supported
Import / Export Supported
Live Broadcasting Not Supported
Market Intelligence Not Supported
Monetization / Advertising Management Not Supported
Podcast Web Hosting Supported
Reporting / Analytics Not Supported
Sounds Effects / Music Not Supported
Subscriber Management Not Supported
Supports Multiple Hosts/Guests Not Supported
Video Support Not Supported
Libsyn:

Integrations

Auphonic Supported
Fireside Supported
Hindenburg PRO Supported
Podcastpage Supported
6Connex Not Supported
Auria Pro Not Supported
Bulkoid Not Supported
Exagon Concept Not Supported
Fronic Media Not Supported
Gainsfollower Not Supported
Label Engine Not Supported
MySmmStore Not Supported
MySocialsBoost Not Supported
SmmAhead Not Supported
SmmWorldPanel Not Supported
SocialBoss Not Supported
Taplink Not Supported
The Social Media Growth Not Supported
Vsble Not Supported
Zwely Not Supported
SoundCloud:

Integrations

Auphonic Supported
Fireside Supported
Hindenburg PRO Supported
Podcastpage Supported
6Connex Supported
Auria Pro Supported
Bulkoid Supported
Exagon Concept Supported
Fronic Media Supported
Gainsfollower Supported
Label Engine Supported
MySmmStore Supported
MySocialsBoost Supported
SmmAhead Supported
SmmWorldPanel Supported
SocialBoss Supported
Taplink Supported
The Social Media Growth Supported
Vsble Supported
Zwely Supported
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