About a year ago I started looking for a new podcast app because I had kindov outgrown the stock Apple podcast app. I don’t normally take the time to write reviews, but I like PocketCasts so much I decided to write one. OPML: Jump on board without any hassle with OPML import. Share: Spread the word with podcast and episode sharing. Browse by charts, networks, and categories. Discover: Subscribe to any podcast in iTunes and more. Storage: All the tools you need to keep your podcasts tamed. Filters: Custom filters will organize your episodes. Auto download: Automatically download episodes for offline playback. Notifications: Get notified when new episodes arrive. Refresh: Let our servers check for new episodes, so you can get on with your day. Sync: Subscriptions, Up Next, listening history, playback and filters are all securely stored in the cloud. CarPlay: When you're in the car, so are we. Sonos: Browse and play your podcast collection directly from the Sonos app. Airplay & Chromecast: Send episodes straight to your TV or speakers with a single tap. Sleep timer: Pause your episode so you can rest your weary head.

Apple Watch: Control playback from our Apple Watch app, adjust the volume or change playback effects, all without ever touching your phone.

Skip playback: Skip episode intros, jump through episodes with custom skip intervals. Audio & video: Play all of your favorite episodes, toggle video to audio. Chapters: Jump between chapters easily, and enjoy embedded artwork that the author has added. Volume boost: Increase the volume of voices, while decreasing background noise. Variable speed: Change the play speed from anywhere between 0.5 to 3x. Trim silence: Cut silences from episodes so you finish them faster, saving hours. Up next: Automatically build a playback queue from your favorite shows. Listen to your podcasts in more places than ever before. Everywhere: CarPlay, AirPlay, Chromecast, and Sonos. Universal: Custom but familiar iPad interface, supporting Slide Over, Split View and Picture in Picture. Themes: Offers dark, light, and extra dark themes. Design: Easily listen to, manage and find new podcasts.

Pocket casts for podcasters