Sword And Scale

Name: Sword And Scale
Rating: 4.9 (6728 reviews)
Author: Incongruity, LLC

By: Incongruity, LLC

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Sword And Scale invites you into the world of true crime with real cases and the justice system's response. Each episode features 911 calls, court testimonies, and interviews that offer a thorough, multi-angle view of each story.

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By:

Incongruity, LLC

Rating:

4.90

(6,728) 2 ratings

Version:

2.43.0 Last updated: 2026-05-06

Version code:

885328461

Creation date:

2020-04-14

Compatible devices:

Size:

125.53MB

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Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-04

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# 21,767 ▼ 58

Other platforms

Sword And Scale (v2.35.0)

87,574 3.86

(3,351)

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Developed by:

Incongruity, LLC

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sword-and-scale/id1505946105

Website:

https://www.swordandscale.com

User Reviews

Fans praise Sword and Scale for immersive, multi-source storytelling and top-tier production, but cite recurring downsides: the host's political commentary, a perceived decline in storytelling quality, and persistent app issues (offline playback and logins). The show remains highly influential, yet technical and ideological issues have led some listeners to pause or cancel.

Pros

Immersive, cinematic true-crime storytelling that weaves together 911 calls, interrogation footage, and court testimony to make you feel like you’re inside the case.
High production quality, deliberate pacing, and meticulous research that avoids sensationalism and respects the gravity of the crimes.
Credible, authentic host and team with a strong influence in the true crime space; widely regarded as among the best in the genre.
Deep dive into the psychology behind crimes, focusing on the why rather than surface details.
Long-running, trusted podcast with a dedicated fanbase and consistently engaging content.

Cons

Host's political commentary and perceived biases intruding into episodes, leading to polarization for some listeners.
Decline in storytelling quality over time, with more digressions and political content and less focus on case details.
Frequent app reliability issues: offline listening broken, episodes not resuming from where left off, repeated logouts, and other bugs.
Some episodes described as overly lengthy with non-crime content or repetitive segments; some consider video content rambly or not engaging.

Recent reviews

amazing podcast

by in*****, 2026-02-26

If true crime had a dark, intoxicating heartbeat, it would be Sword and Scale. This isn’t your typical surface-level storytelling. It’s immersive. It’s raw. It’s unapologetically real. The way the host weaves together 911 calls, interrogation footage, court testimony, and chilling details makes you feel like you’re inside the case — not just listening to it. Every episode pulls you into the psychology of crime — the why behind the unthinkable. It doesn’t sugarcoat. It doesn’t sensationalize. It presents the darkness as it is, and somehow that honesty makes it even more gripping. The production quality is cinematic. The pacing is deliberate. The research is meticulous. It respects the gravity of the crimes while still keeping you absolutely riveted. If you crave true crime that is intelligent, immersive, and hauntingly unforgettable — Sword and Scale delivers every single time. Five stars isn’t enough.

by Li*****, 2026-02-20

The stories have declined over time. But still better than most true crime podcasts. However, after recent events and posts seen on Facebook reflecting political biases, I must unfollow. Call me a sensitive snowflake but a boundary has to be drawn somewhere. Might be a good idea to keep the platform neutral.