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Android Apps > News & Magazines > Pocket Casts - Podcast App
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Pocket Casts - Podcast App

8.23
Automattic, Inc
4.79
119,493 reviews
1,000,000+
Downloads
Free

Stream, download, and organize your podcasts

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AppBrain's verdict

EstablishedPopularLoved by users
Rating on Google Play
4.79
119,493 ratings
Installs
4.9 million
Last updated
October 23, 2026
Ads
No ads
Size
24.0 MB

Pocket Casts - Podcast App is popular, with 4.9 million installs. Users love it: 4.8 stars from 119,493 ratings. Its best ranking is #14 in Top Free, News & Magazines in Australia.

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User feedback

Ratings and reviews on Google Play

Comments on Pocket Casts - Podcast App for Android

★★★★★ Anvesh Jain · Oct 30, 2026
Pocket Casts is by far the best podcasts app out there. There's not a lot of ads. Its UI is my favorite among all the podcasts, and it has so many neat features like choosing specific settings for each podcast instead of universal settings. There is a reason why MKBHD and David both recommend this app. I love it!
★★★★☆ Veric Ganj · Oct 5, 2026
Update: I uninstalled. Reinstalled. Still doing it. I used pocket casts for years... but its days are numbered. It keeps randomly playing without me even opening the app... it also will play two episodes at the same time. There was no way to stop one of the episodes... I had to restart my phone. What is going on?!?!
★★★★☆ Quinton (Qwb3656) · Oct 10, 2026
it's good, lots of free features however almost every episode of any podcast I watch, at some point the audio glitches out and goes back like 20 seconds. Very annoying.
★★☆☆☆ Ian H · Sep 30, 2026
Can the podcast 'channel' list come back to Android Auto please? One big list of all Episodes of all your favorite Postcast 'channels' or a search function with a keyboard interface is not very safe in the car!
★★☆☆☆ Jeff Spires · Oct 26, 2026
RESPONSE: Not sure why I would need to reach out to customer service - either this is possible or it is not. Your choice to implement. REVIEW: Works for podcasts. Wish it could be set to default to the oldest episode or play the next episode that succeeds the episode selected. It always defaults to the most recent episode, which is annoying for serials.
★★☆☆☆ Anthony Johnston · Oct 16, 2026
Some podcasts just don't play (BBC global news) No next button, you have to grab the bar drag it to the end then press skip a few times. Getting it to play the latest first was hard to find. Probably fine for weekly podcasts but a bit of a pain for news feeds. Other than that...

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Store listing

By Automattic, Inc, from Google Play
Description by Automattic, Inc Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
Pocket Casts is the world's most powerful free podcast app, made by listeners, for listeners 🎧. Our free podcast player makes it easy to listen, discover, and enjoy podcasts your way. Stream podcasts, trending shows, and audiobooks all in one powerful audio app. Are you a podcast addict? Find new shows with our curated podcast recommendations and enjoy personalized podcast recommendations for every mood. Catch the latest podcast episodes and manage your library with our smart app for listening to podcasts features.

🌟 BEST PODCAST APP EXPERIENCE 🌟
* Material design - Beautiful, intuitive interface with themes including Extra Dark for OLED screens
* Everywhere you listen - Android Auto, Chromecast, Alexa, Wear OS, and Sonos
* Playlists & Smart Playlists - Combine episodes from different podcasts, create custom rules, and keep your listening organized
* All-in-one audio player for podcasts and audiobooks with seamless playback

🔊 POWERFUL PLAYBACK 🔊
* Offline podcast player - Listen anywhere, even without internet
* Trim silence & variable speed - Save time while enjoying every episode
* Sleep timer - Automatically stop playback after a set time
* Cross-platform podcast support - Your subscriptions, history, and playlists sync across devices
* Enjoy audiobooks and apple podcasts with smooth streaming and offline listening

🧠 SMART TOOLS 🧠
* Auto download and cloud sync
* Notifications for new episodes
* Advanced smart podcast player features for filtering and sorting
* Find exactly what you want with the app’s lightning fast podcast search

❤️ ALL YOUR FAVORITES ❤️
* Subscribe on iTunes and beyond using our podcast app for iphone or Android version
* Share episodes or collections with friends
* Import or export your library effortlessly
* Enjoy your pocket casts podcast collection seamlessly

🏆 LOVED BY THE PRESS 🏆
* Android Central: “Pocket Casts is the best podcasts app for Android”
* The Verge: “The best podcast player for Android”
* Google Play Top Developer, Editors’ Choice, Material Design Award recipient
* Explore audiobooks, and discover new audio content anytime, anywhere.

Whether it’s your daily commute, a workout, or relaxing at home, Pocket Casts is the ultimate podcast player app. Download now and get your favorite shows, the latest podcast episodes, and expert podcast app recommendations all in one place 🎉

Recent changes:
Stay in the loop with our new What’s New feed! Find announcements from the Pocket Casts team right on your Profile tab. Your read messages sync across devices when you’re signed in. We also polished Profile navigation and fixed a couple of crashes, including one on Android 8.0. Less crashing, more casting.

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Ads
No ads
Price
Free
Libraries
29
App size
24.0 MB
Content rating
Medium

Technologies used by Pocket Casts - Podcast App

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Releases

Updates seen on Google Play
Version
8.23
Launched
March 2011
  • Oct 23, 2026UpdateVersion 8.23
  • Oct 8, 2026UpdateVersion 8.22
  • Sep 25, 2026UpdateVersion 8.21
  • Sep 10, 2026UpdateVersion 8.20
  • Aug 28, 2026UpdateVersion 8.19
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Installs

Tracked by AppBrain
Last 30 days
59 thousand
Per day
2 thousand
30-day average
Play install range
1+ million
Launched
March 2011

Installs over time

Pocket Casts - Podcast App has been installed 4.9 million times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 2 thousand installs per day.

Rankings

Google Play top charts
Highest rank
#14
Chart
Top Free
News & Magazines
Country
Australia

Google Play Rankings for Pocket Casts - Podcast App

Top rankings

Rank Country Category List
40 United States News & Magazines Top Free
14 Australia News & Magazines Top Free
28 Canada News & Magazines Top Free
16 Netherlands News & Magazines Top Free
34 France News & Magazines Top Free
18 United Kingdom News & Magazines Top Free
38 Germany News & Magazines Top Free
42 Japan News & Magazines Top Free
22 Russia News & Magazines Top Free
22 Sweden News & Magazines Top Free
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About the app and developer

About Pocket Casts - Podcast App

Pocket Casts - Podcast App is a news & magazines app developed by Automattic, Inc.

How many times has Pocket Casts - Podcast App been installed?

Pocket Casts - Podcast App has been installed 4.9 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 59 thousand times. It is ranked in the top 100 news & magazines apps.

What is the rating of Pocket Casts - Podcast App?

Pocket Casts - Podcast App is rated 4.79 out of 5 stars, based on 120 thousand ratings.

Is Pocket Casts - Podcast App free?

Pocket Casts - Podcast App is free. The app size is 23.96 MB. The latest version available is 8.23. The last update was on October 23, 2026.

What are the requirements for Pocket Casts - Podcast App?

The app has a content rating of Medium Maturity. The app has been available on Google Play since March 2011.

Pocket Casts - Podcast App is made and published by Automattic, Inc. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with Automattic, Inc. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to Automattic, Inc and are shown as published on Google Play.

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Frequently asked questions about Pocket Casts - Podcast App

Is Pocket Casts - Podcast App free?

Yes. Pocket Casts - Podcast App is free on Google Play.

Is Pocket Casts - Podcast App still available?

Yes. Pocket Casts - Podcast App is on Google Play, and the last update we saw was on October 23, 2026.

Does Pocket Casts - Podcast App contain ads?

No. Google Play does not list Pocket Casts - Podcast App as containing ads.

How large is Pocket Casts - Podcast App?

Pocket Casts - Podcast App is 23.96 MB.

Is Pocket Casts - Podcast App suitable for children?

Google Play gives Pocket Casts - Podcast App a medium maturity rating, so it is not meant for young children.

How many times has Pocket Casts - Podcast App been installed?

Google Play lists 1,000,000+ installs for Pocket Casts - Podcast App.

How do people rate Pocket Casts - Podcast App?

Pocket Casts - Podcast App scores 4.79 out of 5 stars, from 119,493 ratings on Google Play.

Who made Pocket Casts - Podcast App?

Pocket Casts - Podcast App was developed by Automattic, Inc. It is listed in the news & magazines category on Google Play.

What are the best alternatives to Pocket Casts - Podcast App?

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