Choosing between free basic hosting and professional podcast management? Here's everything you need to know to make the right decision for your show.
See how PodTask and Anchor stack up across key podcast production features.
Generate professional show notes from episode audio automatically
Create platform-specific posts for Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram
High-accuracy transcription with speaker identification
AI-generated episode descriptions optimized for discovery
No automation for content creation
Limited social media integration
Manual transcription required
Basic metadata management
Task creation and assignment based on episode schedules
Booking forms, asset collection, interview scheduling
Role-based access for producers, editors, marketers
Professional dashboards for agency clients
Manual task tracking required
Basic sharing capabilities
Not designed for agencies
Targeted ad insertion and content variants
Detailed listener behavior and engagement metrics
White-label options for agencies
Direct access to podcast industry experts
No monthly hosting costs
Native integration with Spotify platform
Very easy for complete beginners
Understanding your specific needs will help you make the right choice.
The hidden costs of "free" platforms often exceed the price of professional tools.
10+ hours per episode for manual tasks
Lost revenue from inefficient workflows
Need separate tools for transcription, social media, project management
Difficulty coordinating with multiple team members
(saves $200+ monthly in outsourcing)
(saves 20+ hours monthly)
(saves $50+ monthly in project management tools)
(saves 10+ hours monthly)
Simple 3-step migration process with free assistance included.
Free white-glove migration assistance included with all plans
Real stories from creators who've upgraded from Anchor to PodTask.
"We migrated from Anchor when we started managing client podcasts. PodTask's client portals and automated workflows helped us scale from 3 shows to 25 shows with the same team size."
"The AI content creation alone saves me 8 hours per week. I can focus on recording great content instead of writing show notes and social posts."
No, your subscribers will automatically receive new episodes through their podcast apps when you update your RSS feed.
Yes, you maintain complete control over your podcast name, artwork, and branding when migrating.
Most migrations are completed within 24-48 hours with our free migration assistance service.
Use this framework to determine which platform aligns with your goals.
Special migration offer for Anchor users.
