# Podcast App

> Player for iPhone

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1199070742](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1199070742)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1199070742`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Evolve Global, Inc.
- **Category:** News
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (308,380 ratings)
- **Version:** 7.19.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-16
- **First published:** 2017-03-10
- **Size:** 117 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-app/id1199070742)
- **Website:** [https://podcast.app/](https://podcast.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://podcast.app/privacy-policy](https://podcast.app/privacy-policy)

## Description

**Podcast App** is an independent iPhone podcast player designed to help you find and enjoy your next episode quickly. Search millions of podcasts by topic, guest, person, or event; receive personalized recommendations; follow trending shows; and get new episodes as soon as they’re released.

Save episodes for later, create playlists, download content for offline listening, track your history and streaks, and listen with CarPlay or Apple Watch. The AI Digest feature creates short, personalized podcast briefings to help you discover what’s worth hearing. A Premium subscription removes visual ads and unlocks expanded listening history, private podcast URLs, show folders, and customizable show settings.

## Rankings

- #1,368 — Overall
- #3 — Keep Up With Your Podcasts
- #20 — listen
- #61 — download

## Review summary

Reviewers praise the app for authentic, faith‑based content and a broad podcast library that keeps them informed during daily activities. However, frequent ads and a subscription‑driven model dominate complaints, with many frustrated by paywalls, lack of a genuine free option, and ads interrupting playback and car use.

### Pros

- Authentic, relatable hosts who share Scripture-based guidance and practical tips in each episode.
- A wide, engaging lineup that includes faith-based conversations and timely news, helping listeners stay informed on the go.
- Generally enjoyable listening experience with genuine conversations that users return to.
- A broad catalog that makes it easy to stay current while walking, commuting, or doing chores.

### Cons

- Excessive advertising and intrusive ads (video, screen, audio) that interrupt playback and navigation.
- Paywall and subscription requirements with little or no true free option or trial, and some features limited behind a paywall.
- Ads can create safety and usability issues (e.g., on CarPlay, needing to close tiny Xs, etc.)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1199070742)