Should I Build It Should I Build It
01 Jul 2025
Audio

Podcast app with free podcasts with different criterias for ...

...individuals

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Engagement
Net use signal
Net buy signal

Idea type: Competitive Terrain

While there's clear interest in your idea, the market is saturated with similar offerings. To succeed, your product needs to stand out by offering something unique that competitors aren't providing. The challenge here isn’t whether there’s demand, but how you can capture attention and keep it.

Should You Build It?

Not before thinking deeply about differentiation.

Your are here

You're entering a competitive space: podcast apps. With at least 15 similar products already out there, it's important to recognize that differentiation is key. The good news is, with an average of 16 comments on the similar products we found, people are interested in new podcasting experiences. However, this means you're not just building an app, but carving out a unique space that gives listeners a reason to switch. The critical thing to understand is that success isn't just about having another podcast app; it's about offering something current options don’t provide. Think deeply about what makes your app truly different, considering unique features, a better user experience, or an innovative model.

Recommendations

  1. Dive deep into competitor analysis. Don't just use the app; dissect it. Where do existing podcast apps like Overcast, Pocket Casts, and Poddy fall short? User reviews, especially the criticisms of similar products, are goldmines. For example, Poddy users wanted monetization options and better production tools, while Anycast+ faced flak for pricing and voice quality. Identify these pain points and ensure your app addresses them head-on. This is where your app can immediately stand out.
  2. Pinpoint 2-3 key differentiators. What specific niche are you targeting with your app's criteria? Is it curated content for specific interests, enhanced discovery features, or social interaction? For example, given the positive reception of AI features in Anycast+, consider incorporating AI-driven recommendations or personalized content suggestions. Or, if you are focusing on a specific audience, tailor the whole user experience toward them. Don't try to be everything to everyone.
  3. Prioritize user experience above all else. The criticisms leveled against apps like Anycast+ (expensive pricing, robotic voices) and Poddy (crashing) highlight the importance of a polished, user-friendly experience. Invest heavily in user testing and iterate based on feedback. Ensure the app is intuitive, visually appealing, and technically sound. Address bugs and glitches promptly to maintain user trust and engagement.
  4. Develop a strong brand and marketing message. In a crowded market, standing out requires more than just a good product; it demands compelling branding. Craft a clear, concise message that communicates your app's unique value proposition and resonates with your target audience. Use social media, content marketing, and influencer outreach to build awareness and generate buzz.
  5. Focus on community building from day one. The positive feedback for Poddy's community features shows the power of social interaction in podcasting. Consider integrating social elements into your app, such as shared playlists, discussion forums, or social sharing options. Encourage user interaction and create a sense of community around your platform.
  6. Monetization Strategy: While focusing on free content initially can attract users, plan a clear monetization strategy. Consider premium features, ad-free experiences, or creator monetization options, as requested in Poddy’s feedback. Ensure your monetization model aligns with user values and doesn't detract from the overall user experience.

Questions

  1. Given the criticisms of existing podcast apps regarding audio quality and production tools, how will your app address these concerns and empower creators to produce high-quality content?
  2. Considering the competitive landscape and the need for differentiation, what unique features or functionalities will your app offer that are not currently available in existing podcast apps?
  3. Many similar products faced criticism regarding their monetization strategy. How will your app balance free content with sustainable monetization methods while maintaining a positive user experience?

Your are here

You're entering a competitive space: podcast apps. With at least 15 similar products already out there, it's important to recognize that differentiation is key. The good news is, with an average of 16 comments on the similar products we found, people are interested in new podcasting experiences. However, this means you're not just building an app, but carving out a unique space that gives listeners a reason to switch. The critical thing to understand is that success isn't just about having another podcast app; it's about offering something current options don’t provide. Think deeply about what makes your app truly different, considering unique features, a better user experience, or an innovative model.

Recommendations

  1. Dive deep into competitor analysis. Don't just use the app; dissect it. Where do existing podcast apps like Overcast, Pocket Casts, and Poddy fall short? User reviews, especially the criticisms of similar products, are goldmines. For example, Poddy users wanted monetization options and better production tools, while Anycast+ faced flak for pricing and voice quality. Identify these pain points and ensure your app addresses them head-on. This is where your app can immediately stand out.
  2. Pinpoint 2-3 key differentiators. What specific niche are you targeting with your app's criteria? Is it curated content for specific interests, enhanced discovery features, or social interaction? For example, given the positive reception of AI features in Anycast+, consider incorporating AI-driven recommendations or personalized content suggestions. Or, if you are focusing on a specific audience, tailor the whole user experience toward them. Don't try to be everything to everyone.
  3. Prioritize user experience above all else. The criticisms leveled against apps like Anycast+ (expensive pricing, robotic voices) and Poddy (crashing) highlight the importance of a polished, user-friendly experience. Invest heavily in user testing and iterate based on feedback. Ensure the app is intuitive, visually appealing, and technically sound. Address bugs and glitches promptly to maintain user trust and engagement.
  4. Develop a strong brand and marketing message. In a crowded market, standing out requires more than just a good product; it demands compelling branding. Craft a clear, concise message that communicates your app's unique value proposition and resonates with your target audience. Use social media, content marketing, and influencer outreach to build awareness and generate buzz.
  5. Focus on community building from day one. The positive feedback for Poddy's community features shows the power of social interaction in podcasting. Consider integrating social elements into your app, such as shared playlists, discussion forums, or social sharing options. Encourage user interaction and create a sense of community around your platform.
  6. Monetization Strategy: While focusing on free content initially can attract users, plan a clear monetization strategy. Consider premium features, ad-free experiences, or creator monetization options, as requested in Poddy’s feedback. Ensure your monetization model aligns with user values and doesn't detract from the overall user experience.

Questions

  1. Given the criticisms of existing podcast apps regarding audio quality and production tools, how will your app address these concerns and empower creators to produce high-quality content?
  2. Considering the competitive landscape and the need for differentiation, what unique features or functionalities will your app offer that are not currently available in existing podcast apps?
  3. Many similar products faced criticism regarding their monetization strategy. How will your app balance free content with sustainable monetization methods while maintaining a positive user experience?

  • Confidence: High
    • Number of similar products: 15
  • Engagement: High
    • Average number of comments: 16
  • Net use signal: 27.2%
    • Positive use signal: 28.4%
    • Negative use signal: 1.2%
  • Net buy signal: 0.4%
    • Positive buy signal: 0.9%
    • Negative buy signal: 0.4%

This chart summarizes all the similar products we found for your idea in a single plot.

The x-axis represents the overall feedback each product received. This is calculated from the net use and buy signals that were expressed in the comments. The maximum is +1, which means all comments (across all similar products) were positive, expressed a willingness to use & buy said product. The minimum is -1 and it means the exact opposite.

The y-axis captures the strength of the signal, i.e. how many people commented and how does this rank against other products in this category. The maximum is +1, which means these products were the most liked, upvoted and talked about launches recently. The minimum is 0, meaning zero engagement or feedback was received.

The sizes of the product dots are determined by the relevance to your idea, where 10 is the maximum.

Your idea is the big blueish dot, which should lie somewhere in the polygon defined by these products. It can be off-center because we use custom weighting to summarize these metrics.

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03 Aug 2023 Social Media Audio Tech

Poddy is transforming the podcast universe, making it more social and accessible. We present a platform where everyone can create, discover, and interact with audio content. Like, share, comment, and embark on a new media experience - all with Poddy.

Poddy's Product Hunt launch received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with users praising its innovative approach to social podcasting, user-friendly interface, and potential to revolutionize audio interaction. Many highlighted its unique features, such as the 60-second podcasts and focus on community building. Several users congratulated the team, wished them success, and expressed excitement about the app's future impact. There were questions about monetization for creators, promotional mechanics, and platform integration. Some users reported issues with the app crashing.

Users criticize the product for lacking monetization and production tools tailored for podcast creators, such as noise cancellation and studio-quality audio editing. There are questions about how new podcasts are suggested within the platform. A user reported a crash issue when entering their birthdate on a specific device. Suggestions include integrating with other apps and implementing a recommendation engine to enhance user experience.

maria_loleyt

Hey guys! This is very much needed platform! Could you please let me know if there are any promotional mechanics for the podcasts? If I am interested to target certain type of listeners - can I somehow proactively reach them on the Poddy?

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anna_miz

interesting idea. want to see where it will go in future)) supported, because I guess it has to become a great community platform

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kurtceren

so excited to see @Poddy App here, which I was also one of the first profiles since it has been live on AppStore. It is such an exciting journey to see all updates and improvents on the app. Congratulations Poddy 🚀

bengi_ozcivan

I love to use poddy as a podcaster! People can like and comment on the episodes and it is priceless to see their immediate reaction. Plus, it is incredible to record that easy. Thanks to everyone who makes podcasting great again!

sentry_co

This is awesome! Its like instagram for podcasts!

ayca_gozen

Podcast listeners very glad to have Poddy, can’t wait to use it🎧🎉

jackypan1989

Love this! Poddy is revolutionizing the way we interact with audio content. Excited to explore all it has to offer.

emilia_vicini

@hf_kadre maybe we can give the podcast another try with Poddy 🙈 🚀Happy launch day @cuneyt_gokturk and team!

hilal_aytimur

Great app. it's good to create my own podcaps.

aykut_topal

The best and newest idea to be used as a voice communication tool. it draws in everyone who wants to be heard.

akser_s_ismail

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compileswift

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ihsan_b_

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dctcutler

well I've been planning my podcast for about 2 and 1/2 years... I think you finally gave me the inspiration to get started!

jacquesvh

Congrats on the launch. Looking forward to using the app. Love the design.

yucelfaruksahan

Congrats, I'll try it first thing in the tomorrow morning :)

zajdo_csaba

Kudos to Poddy for revolutionizing the podcast space with their innovative approach! The ability to create, discover, and engage with audio content on one platform is a game-changer. Looking forward to embarking on this exciting new media journey!

aziz_ahmedov

Congratulations on the launch! Your product is impressive, filling a significant gap in the podcast market. As a long-time podcast consumer, I'm thrilled to use Poddy. Best of luck with your product's success!

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altiamkabir

I’m excited to see how its innovative features, like “podcaps” and “vomojis,” will enhance the social and interactive experience. Congrats on the launch!

akritihere

This looks great! I'm excited to try this out and support you guys! Congratulations on the launch! Curious to know if Poddy has a good noise cancellation and studio like audio editing capabilities

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12 Aug 2024 Artificial Intelligence Audio

Users are interested in AI's potential to enhance content consumption, particularly through customizable experiences in movies, shows, and gaming. There's a demand for AI to provide engaging readings of books and scientific papers, with features like time-stamping. The conversion of texts to audiobooks using AI is also discussed. Podcast listeners desire efficient ad-blocking and easy ad skipping, with some using existing tools like SponsorBlock and Downcast. Questions about podcast suitability for YouTube Music and the legality of ad blockers are raised. Users also express interest in app features like transcript use and integration with note apps. The community's feedback includes both excitement for new features and concerns about accessibility, such as using touch gloves with podcast controls.

Users criticized the product for its passive audio production, expensive pricing, and reliance on a grey area API. The concept was deemed unclear, and there were concerns about the feasibility of ad skipping and dynamic insertion in podcasts. Performance issues with Scott Brick and robotic voices were noted, along with poor narrator quality. The service's limitation to computers, inconsistent skip times, and inconvenient controls were also highlighted. Some users expressed a desire for better time-stamping, transcription, and natural voices, while others lamented the potential negative impact on podcast ad revenue.

https://news.ycombinator.com/user?id=Spivak

The killer feature for using AI on podcasts is automatic ad blocking. You get that working folks will pay $5/mo for that alone.

https://news.ycombinator.com/user?id=samstave

In watching so many movies these days where the story simply cant be told without extensive CGI, and the fact that I personally, and likely many others are so tired of the crop of Human "celebrities" -- Its only a matter of time where I just ask for a full movie about a copelling story in a subject and World of my choosing and soon - if I want a Super awesome spy movie with lots of stealth and action and heists etc -- itll bea full bespoke movie experience.So in book, as you mention, an author will be able to define the full experience - and AI will allow people to select the stories and movie experience they want on demand.

https://news.ycombinator.com/user?id=maxglute

>AI will allow people to select the stories and movie experience they want on demand.Yeah there's a bunch of movies/show I'm not interested in watch but fascinated by aftershow content, i.e. all the game of thrones podcasts/recaps. It's interesting the variety you can get in a 5 minute recap, a 20 minute one, or a 2 hour one. There's alot of mid movies out there that I'm satisified with just the recap. Ditto with all the channels summarizing entire seasons of TV shows. I'm just waiting for a selectable X minute recap/summary/synopsis slider for content. Bonus choosing how recap is done, i.e. I really like game of throne wiki because it feels more like history book with drama stripped out / toned down.

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