Coming from Buzzsprout
You keep open RSS either way — the difference is billing in ZAR instead of USD, no per-seat cost for a second login, and AI show notes included rather than a separate subscription.
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Why creators choose Podssi
Not the loudest host — the one that fits South African creators who want open RSS, fair pricing, and tools that respect their time.
Feature by feature
| Podssi | Typical US host | Platform lock-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ZAR via Paystack | USD monthly | Free tier, paid features unclear |
| RSS feed | Open, portable | Usually open | Hidden or restricted |
| Free plan | Yes — 1 show, 1 GB | Limited trial | Yes, with strings attached |
| Team access | Roles & invites, no per-seat fee | Often extra per seat | Single login |
| AI transcripts | Included on paid plans | Varies / add-on | Rare |
| Analytics | Downloads & uniques, CSV export | Yes | Platform-only stats |
| Upload resilience | Resumable, load-shedding aware | Usually single attempt | Varies |
| Leave anytime | Take your feed & audience | Usually yes | Difficult |
The hidden cost most hosts don't show you
AI show notes without the add-on tax
On plenty of hosts, transcription and show notes are a separate paid add-on stacked on top of your hosting bill — sometimes billed per minute of audio. On Podssi, Whisper transcripts and drafted show notes are simply part of Starter, Growth, and Network. One price, no metered surprise line-item.
- No per-minute transcription charges
- No separate show-notes tool subscription to manage
- Included the moment you're on a paid plan — not an upsell later
Coming from somewhere specific?
What actually changes when you move
Coming from Anchor / Spotify for Podcasters
Anchor's free hosting comes with limited analytics and no team roles. Podssi's free plan includes real download analytics, and paid plans add teammates without extra seats.
Coming from a paid US host
Most of the feature list looks similar — the practical difference is your monthly charge stops moving with the exchange rate, and support replies in your working hours.
Questions creators ask before switching
Will I lose my current subscribers if I compare and switch?
No. Podcast apps follow your RSS feed URL, not the host behind it. Keep the URL the same (or redirect it) and subscribers keep listening without doing anything.
Is Podssi cheaper than my current host?
It depends on your current plan, but Podssi bills in ZAR with no forex conversion — many creators save on exchange rate fees alone, before comparing feature pricing.
What if I am not ready to fully commit?
Start on the Free plan and run your feed in parallel with your current host while you test Podssi. Switch fully once you are confident.
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