Here are some of the best Android podcast apps for those who haven’t got their hands on an application after the sad demise of Google Listen. Over the course of time, multiple tools for the purpose have popped up on the Google Play store and we have tried to narrow down your search further by short-listing the ones mentioned blow. So skim through the list (in no particular order) and decide which of these you would choose to go with.
1 – DoggCatcher:
Apparently, the first podcatcher in the Play store, DoggCatcher is efficient enough to maintain even RSS feeds and lets users find new content to listen and read. It automatically downloads files and categorizes feeds for easy access. One of the advantages of the tool is that it saves audio and videos locally to play them back even if there’s no internet connection.
The configurable software tags along an A/V player and is compatible with all video formats that are supported by the OS in question. You can choose to limit downloading based on network and battery life.
Price: $4.99
2 – Podcast Addict:
This application acts as a medium to let you manage all your audio and video files right from your smartphone or tablet. While there is an option to import feeds from iTunes or Google Reader OPML export file in case you have subscribed, the application lets you launch search as well, through the embedded search engine. As soon as new episodes in the areas of your interests are available, the software sends you notifications to keep you updated and it even has a feature that automatically deletes content.
Price: Free
3 – Car Cast:
Featuring next on our lineup of is Car Cast, which deals with only audio files which makes it suitable for those who commute or drive for hours together. To make it even more easy-to-use, the developer has used big buttons and large fonts and sports the ability to remember where you left off last. You are not required to have an internet connection at all times either, as it can play downloaded files saved on the memory card.
Price: Free
4 – Pocket Casts:
Pocket Casts single handedly deals with all your favorite audio and video treats as well as netcasts, so you are not required to go scurrying around for another one. You can let the tool know about your preferences and it will make sure that you do not miss out on any new episode.
Doesn’t matter if you use a Google-certified device and another one that runs iOS, it facilitates cross-platform synching and instantly refreshes your content using its server. Also, the software downloads in the background and even has a sleep timer feature amongst a number of others.
Price: $2.99
5 – PodKast:
Another tool on our compilation of Android podcast apps that lets you enjoy your audio and video episodes on the move is PodKast. It brings the most popular feeds right at your fingertips to let you choose the ones you enjoy watching or listening the most.
Additionally, the developers have been working towards adding even more playlists to its archives.
Price: Free
6 – BeyondPod Manager:
Besides being a full featured podcatcher, BeyondPod can deal with RSS feeds and it even boasts of Google Reader integration. A built-in engine keeps a track of downloading content and getting rid of it. You can control every aspect of downloading by choosing whether you want to update a single feed or the entire category.
You will not even have to bother with switching Wi-Fi on and off as the software does that itself if you so wish. There’s an integrated player and the option to skip content you do not want to see. Also, the tool creates a playlist on the basis of what you prefer to listen.
Price: Free (trial version)
7 – RssDemon:
According to the developers of this application, it is clean, easy to use and facilitates offline viewing. Compatible with most formats, it comes with multiple pre-defined feeds so you can select from them apart from adding your own sources. The tool also boasts of Google Reader integration and has backup and restore options for your settings, feeds as well as articles.
A smart notifications system is in place for keeping users informed about content they are interested in. Sorting the data out should not be a problem either and you can even choose to share it via the internet through Facebook, Twitter or email.
Price: Free
8 – Podcast HD:
This HD application has managed to find a spot on our catalog due to its ability to offer thousands of audio and video feeds that are also segregated by category. There’s a search function so you do not end up wasting time in looking for what you want and the software is also compatible with YouTube. Its categories include business, comedy, art, education, games, TV, film and many more.
Price: Free
9 – Podkicker:
This program claims to act as a replacement for Google Listen and supports both audio and video content. As most other similar tools, it suggests you playlists that you may like based on your preferences. Also, the software seems to have a huge database and all you need to do is enter a keyword to access them. You get an option to browse through the feed on a world map and its intuitive interface is an added advantage.
Price: Free
Conclusion:
With these best Android podcast apps installed on your phone, you will not have to look elsewhere to keep a track of your feeds. And as you must have noticed, many of these can be used for RSS feeds too, so they save you the hassle of installing more than one application. If you think you’ve found what you were looking for, let us know.
