RSS.com vs Transistor
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Podcast Hosting Platforms (2026). Last verified June 11, 2026.
The short answer
Transistor ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #10) for Podcasters choosing hosting, distribution, and analytics. Best for managing multiple shows with pro-level analytics and a clean user interface.
At a glance
| RSS.com | Transistor | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #10 / The 11 Best Podcast Hosting Platforms (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best Podcast Hosting Platforms (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 7.4 | 9.2 |
| Best for | Simple & affordable for beginners | Teams managing multiple shows |
| Pricing | $ ($5 to $13/mo) | $$ ($19 to $99/mo) |
| HQ | Remote | Chicago, USA |
| Founded | 2021 | 2018 |
RSS.com
An easy and affordable all-in-one plan for new podcasters.
rss.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Podcast Hosting Platforms (2026)
Transistor
Best for managing multiple shows with pro-level analytics and a clean user interface.
transistor.fmSee full entry in The 11 Best Podcast Hosting Platforms (2026)
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.