Castos vs RSS.com
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Podcast Hosting Platforms. Last verified June 11, 2026.
The short answer
Castos ranks higher on Top 11 (#6 vs #10) for Podcasters choosing hosting, distribution, and analytics. The top choice for WordPress users via its deep plugin integration.
At a glance
| Castos | RSS.com | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #6 / The 11 Best Podcast Hosting Platforms | #10 / The 11 Best Podcast Hosting Platforms |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.1 | 7.4 |
| Best for | WordPress users & private podcasts | Simple & affordable for beginners |
| Pricing | $$ ($19 to $99/mo) | $ ($5 to $13/mo) |
| HQ | Remote | Remote |
| Founded | 2017 | 2021 |
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.