# Wondery: Must-Hear Podcasts

> Discover True Crime, Comedy & more. Install our podcast app and binge shows!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wondery](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wondery)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.wondery`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Wondery LLC
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 828,830
- **Rating:** 4.22 / 5 (9,427 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.98.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-02
- **First published:** 2020-10-09
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 105 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-06-22
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wondery)
- **Website:** [https://wondery.com](https://wondery.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://wondery.com/privacy-policy/](https://wondery.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Wondery is your ultimate podcast app offering immersive, binge-worthy audio across genres like True Crime, Comedy, History, Business, Sports, and Family-Friendly shows. Whether you're commuting, relaxing, or working out, explore popular series like Dr. Death, Armchair Expert, and Business Wars, alongside kid-friendly podcasts that spark imagination and learning.

The app features personalized recommendations, easy browsing, offline downloads, and a user-friendly interface. Upgrade to Wondery+ for an ad-free experience, exclusive content, early access, and a vast podcast archive. Available on mobile, desktop, TV, and smart speakers, Wondery keeps your favorite stories within reach anytime, anywhere. Download now and join millions discovering must-hear podcasts!

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.AD_SERVICES_CONFIG`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUICKBOOT_POWERON`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.wondery.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Reviews consistently praise Wondery for its high-quality content, but reliability issues plague the experience. Common pain points include billing and cancellation friction, battery drain and crashes, download/offline problems, and login troubles. Android Auto is a noted positive in a few reviews. Content quality remains a clear strength, yet ongoing usability and account/billing hassles drive some users to cancel or avoid renewing.

### Pros

- Consistently high-quality, engaging podcast content across Wondery’s catalog.
- Many reviewers praise the immersive storytelling experience when the app is functioning normally.
- Android Auto support is appreciated by users.

### Cons

- Cancellation and billing friction, including charges after cancellation or trial end.
- Frequent battery drain and overheating that slows devices and reduces performance.
- Frequent crashes and playback interruptions during episodes.
- Download/offline listening issues and long loading times.
- Login/sign-in reliability and repeated sign-in issues.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wondery)