Transistor vs Castos
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 #6) for Podcasters choosing hosting, distribution, and analytics. Best for managing multiple shows with pro-level analytics and a clean user interface.
At a glance
| Transistor | Castos | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best Podcast Hosting Platforms (2026) | #6 / The 11 Best Podcast Hosting Platforms (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.2 | 8.1 |
| Best for | Teams managing multiple shows | WordPress users & private podcasts |
| Pricing | $$ ($19 to $99/mo) | $$ ($19 to $99/mo) |
| HQ | Chicago, USA | Remote |
| Founded | 2018 | 2017 |
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)
Castos
The top choice for WordPress users via its deep plugin integration.
castos.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Podcast Hosting Platforms (2026)
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.