Simplecast
by SiriusXM
Podcast host owned by SiriusXM with strong embeddable players.
TL;DR
Podcast host owned by SiriusXM with strong embeddable players.
Best for brands and publishers who want clean embed players and IAB-certified analytics. Pricing: paid.
Category
Products
License
—
Stars
—
Last push
—
Pricing
paid
Platforms
Web
What it is
Simplecast (SiriusXM) is a podcast host built for brands and publishers — IAB v2 analytics, embeddable players, distribution to every major directory, and SiriusXM Media's ad network access.
Best for: Brands and publishers who want clean embed players and IAB-certified analytics.
Watch out for: AI features lighter than newer hosts.
Watch out for: AI features lighter than newer hosts.
Install / use
simplecast.comFeatures
| Speaker diarization | No |
| Word-level timestamps | No |
| Streaming / real-time | No |
| Languages supported | None |
| HIPAA eligible | No |
Simplecast vs Whipscribe
| Feature | Simplecast | Whipscribe |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Products | Transcription APIs |
| Pricing | paid | free beta |
| Speaker diarization | — | Yes |
| Word timestamps | — | Yes |
| Streaming | — | No |
| Languages | — | 99 |
| Platforms | Web | Web, API, MCP |
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