# Anchor Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Anchor the right Podcast Hosting solution for you? Explore 61 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/231030/Anchor/reviews --- Anchor 4.7 (61) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/231030/Anchor/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated May 13th, 2026 # Reviews of Anchor Ease of use 4.8 Customer Service 4.2 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews MC Michael C OwnerFinancial Services, Self-employedUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Anchor offered a simple interface for easy and fast uploading of episodes.“ November 21, 2024 AB Anna B KinesiologistHealth, Wellness and Fitness, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “The voice and vocal recording option was hard to use, the interface was not friendly to use.“ April 22, 2026 AB Anna B KinesiologistHealth, Wellness and Fitness, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “It is a great value for my money.“ April 22, 2026 PA Pascal A FreelancerInformation Technology and Services, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “What I dislike most is that the software has a limited amount of customization available and the ads can be intrusive.“ December 12, 2022 CF Camencia F Sales, App Testing, EntertainmentBroadcast Media, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “The funds spent on Anchor is worth every penny.“ August 3, 2025 Leah J Music Producer Entertainment, Self-employedUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Also the analytics on listeners is skeletal, only gives you gender and location pretty much.“ July 7, 2022 Jared K CMOMarketing and Advertising, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “As a beginner in the podcast industry, I was able to learn a lot of different production techniques and developed my audio and podcast skills so that I was able to sound much more professional as each episode continued.“ June 21, 2022 David L Podcast hostMedia Production, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “It lacks a lot of features for things like premium channels. “ February 8, 2023 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 61 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Jared K. CMO Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Anchor's Podcast Platform" June 21, 2022 5.0 Anchor has been able to assist me with getting my message out and being able to build a relationship with each fan, host and also other professionals in this industry. Pros As a beginner in the podcast industry, I was able to learn a lot of different production techniques and developed my audio and podcast skills so that I was able to sound much more professional as each episode continued. Cons The software does not necessarily get your information verified on Pandora, iHeartRadio and Amazon podcasting. Alternatives considered [Spreaker](https://www.capterra.com/p/216995/Spreaker/)[Podbean](https://www.capterra.com/p/210538/Podbean/)[Buzzsprout](https://www.capterra.com/p/160459/Buzzsprout/) Reason for choosing Anchor Anchor was a simple solution and I didn't have to pay some kind of subscription to distribute my content or to monetize it. Review Source MC Michael C. Owner Financial Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Super simple and amazing" November 21, 2024 5.0 Loved it, wish I never left. When Spotify took control I was offered a free "lifetime" offer with a competitor and I regret it to this day. Anchor was easy and simple and uploading episodes was a breeze. Pros Anchor offered a simple interface for easy and fast uploading of episodes. other sites I've tried made me go through random steps that tripped me up to just get to the upload page. Cons Not a lot of cons for a free service. It's hard to complain that a free service doesn't offer a lot of bells and whistles. I'd rather have a solid simple service than an overly bloated service that doesn't work well. Anchor was lean and amazing. Alternatives considered [Zencastr](https://www.capterra.com/p/229807/Zencastr/) Reason for choosing Anchor Free service and simplicity made this the easiest choice for a weekly low key podcast. Switched from [Podbean](https://www.capterra.com/p/210538/Podbean/) They offered a free service which was important at the nascent stages of my podcast. Review Source AB Anna B. Kinesiologist Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Anchor review" April 22, 2026 5.0 Overall it was a great experience. I got exactly what I was looking for. It is a great value for my money. Pros It has very good audio editing, the sound is crisp and they are always available to answer to question very quickly. Cons The voice and vocal recording option was hard to use, the interface was not friendly to use. A lot of time to learn it. Review Source LS Lynn S. adminstrative Biotechnology Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A Anchor that doesn't Hit its Mark" December 20, 2022 3.0 Pros It can be easily used to host and edit your own podcast or others. The ability to edit the podcasts and the audio through the app is something different from what other apps do. Cons There should be a ability to not just edit audio and video of things and podcast and have to pay so much for it. If its by spot ivy their should be integration with it and have music and other systems with it Review Source HB Helena B. Professional Mentor Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Very happy with Anchor as a podcasting tool, especially as a start up the best thing out there" February 23, 2022 4.0 Overall I am very happy Pros I love that it is super easy to use especially for someone just starting out podcasting and the fact that it's for free Cons The least I think is the functionality aspect of connecting to my website Alternatives considered [Buzzsprout](https://www.capterra.com/p/160459/Buzzsprout/) Reason for choosing Anchor Because of the price. For free you get much more with Anchor than Buzzsprout Review Source CF Camencia F. Sales, App Testing, Entertainment Broadcast Media Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Raising the Anchor" August 3, 2025 5.0 The funds spent on Anchor is worth every penny. There is more to it than just hit record and upload. There is also mental therapy that takes place the more you use it. Pros Anchor is so easy to use; you just plug in the data and go. I really miss recording my podcasts. The hardest part of its use was coming up with ways to keep my words in the correct order. Mostly because I had so many of them. Cons At the time of my usage of the software, there was no live or AI features available. This can only mean one thing; time to revisit Anchor and share what's new! Review Source Shivam N. Digital Marketer Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Best & Free Podcasting App I discovered" February 24, 2025 5.0 Pros Anchor was the first free app I discovered when I started podcasting. Cons I believe it's UI can be improved for responsiveness. Review Source CharRon E. S. Owner Entertainment Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "You want to do a Podcast: get anchor" November 6, 2021 5.0 I always give my clients a choice. But it does come down how will they be interested in podcasting. if a limited time, I suggest anchor. but if it it is longer, Podbean or other host will be better. Pros \- Anchor give you multichannel distribution - unlimited episode storage - Wave editor - section to make money - Anchor is free - If you want to review copyright song, you can with Anchor and Spotify Cons \- Tech support needs work - Anchor take a fee when you start to monetize Alternatives considered [Libsyn](https://www.capterra.com/p/210724/Libsyn/) Reason for choosing Anchor It was free to try. Switched from [Podbean](https://www.capterra.com/p/210538/Podbean/) Customer service issues Review Source Calum A. Marketer Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 2+ years ### "An audio lifesaver" November 7, 2023 5.0 Excellent, I've been using Anchor since a University project more than 8 years ago and I'd highly recommend it to anyone creating podcast content. Pros How easy it is to use, how quickly it distributes to the main apps and the low cost (we mainly use free but have dabbled with paid for features!) Cons Getting distributed in one of our podcasts took longer on some channels than it should but support investigated and found an error in the code that they quickly resolved. Review Source Guy G. Director Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Simple but very functional for podcasting" May 8, 2023 5.0 A great way to manage professional podcasts Pros Clipping segments together, adding background music, publishing to multiple platforms Cons Only one podcast supported per account... so I simply have multiple accounts Alternatives considered [Podbean](https://www.capterra.com/p/210538/Podbean/) Review Source CT Cristina T. Coach e Formadora E-Learning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Dar voz aos seus dons, talentos e conhecimento" October 10, 2022 4.0 No geral muito satisfatória. E têm muito conhecimento para aprendermos a fazer podcasts a partir de vídeos e várias pessoas que colcaboram no projecto. Gratidão. Pros A facilidade de criar e editar um podcast. A facilidade de levar a voz ao mundo e expandir consciências. Muito fácil de gerir. Com muita liberdade de movimento e opções. Estoua. desenvolver um novo projeto para reiniciar os meus podcasts e sei que será. aminha ferramenta de eleição para divulgar, Cons Acho que o editor de áudio poderia ser mais preciso com mais recursos de edição. Switched from [Podomatic](https://www.capterra.com/p/231074/Podomatic/) Porque considero o Anchor mais direcionado para podcasters, mais dinâmico e com mais recursos. Review Source RG Rosela G. Relazioni con il pubblico Government Relations Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Utile per l'editing audio" January 27, 2024 4.0 In generale mi sono trovata bene. Lo trovo interessante da esplorare meglio Pros Per i podcast e le registrazioni audio offre molto Cons Alcune funzionalita' le devo capire meglio io molto probabilmente Switched from [Clipchamp](https://www.capterra.com/p/202357/Clipchamp/) Perche' trovavo il software microsoft poco utile alle mie necessita' Review Source cW charlotte W. Creator/Coach Information Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "charlies review on anchor" October 30, 2022 4.0 After I discovered that there was a difference between the app and browser. I chose the browser. See above for reason. Customer service is helpful and polite. it is also easy access to chat to some one. the bot is not a bot that does not understand what you are saying. it is nearly as good quality as microsoft chat. it connects you pretty quick with customer service. 10 out of 10 for that. overal, I like anchor simple and direct. Pros that the browser is far easier to use, then the app, one can not over see in the app. it is more for listeners that creators. I have no understanding how it works. the customer service agent could not explain it as there is no visual or verbal connection to show some one with sharing screens. Cons also what was annoying was that when you down load the app, it does not give you a choice on which email to use. as I registered on the webbrowser. it did not automatically find it. so I deleted the app. downloading the app also takes up to much room on the computer that is why i like to work in the browser Reason for choosing Anchor I have not purchased anchor and that is another great as thatgives you time to learn how to use it and to get to know how podcasting works. Thank you anchor Review Source RL Riccardo L. Wood Crafter Arts and Crafts Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "I don't know how else to say it: it keeps getting better!" August 30, 2021 4.0 Pros I have known of Anchor for a while and I have to say that the platforms keeps getting better and better. Creating an episode with its Drag-and-Drop builder is as easy as saying '1, 2, 3!', and it includes sounds and sound effects you can add to your episodes. I'm a fan of the "co-recording" and co-hosting feature too, because it makes collaborating something you can do with just a couple of taps. Every podcaster loves to grow their show and if they have costs, to cover those costs... well, Anchor comes to the rescue by offering several ways to monetize your podcast episodes, and to do so straight from the platform! Plus, there is even a mobile app you can rely on Cons There have been some issues about Anchor "modifying" some of its content (for example, by adding a short promotional segment at the end of episodes of some podcasters). Also, the analytics aren't as robust as those of other podcast hosting platforms. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Personalization Consultant Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Super simple to get started with podcasting thanks to Anchor!" August 7, 2021 5.0 As a starter, I really found the experience with Anchor seamless and am really happy with having chosen this option. I knew the things I had to do, the steps were straightforward, the documentation was helpful, and there weren't really any hurdles. I highly recommend Anchor. (But again, if you are thinking very professionally about your podcast and want something for the long run, as an extension of your business, etc., you may want to look into paid alternatives that offer more customization.) Pros \- The fact that it's free. - It is associated with Spotify which provides trust. - But you are not limited to Spotify alone and your podcast will be distributed to all major platforms. - The distribution experience was really a breeze, super simple. - Low low barrier to entry. Cons If you are thinking very professionally about your podcast, you might want to look into self-hosting and other paid tools which might provide things you will need as you develop and expand your podcast. But for a starter, a hobby-podcaster, or limited-time projects I really can't see any cons to Anchor. Review Source MsS Michel saa S. Entrepreneur Industrial Automation Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Plateforme de streaming musicale" December 6, 2022 5.0 Pros Facile d’accéder à des millions de musique en un clic Cons Elle n’est pas beaucoup connu en Afrique donc tout le monde n’a pas le même avantage Review Source rD ryan D. host Entertainment Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "all in one" October 28, 2023 4.0 Pros it made posting to different platforms so easy. Cons we tried the recording and editing features and it lost a few recordings on us. Review Source MP Mic P. Technical support Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "How to start a podcast from your smartphone" July 13, 2023 5.0 Pros Possibility to click and drag any audio pre-recorded, music from Spotify can be added too, people can leave voicemails on your podcast as comments, user can add different transitions as well (to cut between segments for example). Cons App works with built in microphones but the quality is not great. Better record with an external microphones. Review Source AJ Amanda J. Professional Liability Claims Representative at Sedgwick Management Consulting Public Relations and Communications Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Anchor is Great, even for Amateurs !!" May 16, 2022 5.0 I've done a couple of work video seminars on the platform. The videos are easy to upload and publish. Pros I've only used Anchor a couple of times but it's so easy to use that anybody can do it!! Cons I don't know of any cons really. Maybe make a video option within the app. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Marketing intern Information Technology and Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Edit and make your podcast with ease" July 31, 2022 4.0 Pros \- Anchor make it easy for us to record an editor podcast. - There are many editing tools available in anchor which make it easy to edit our recording - Also sharing our podcast in platform sex 45 becomes easy because Spotify owns anchor Cons Anchor is one of the best platform to use and there is nothing I dislike about it. Review Source Jeremy H. Host and Owner Entertainment Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A great place to start for Podcasting" May 8, 2026 4.0 I have used a few different services and even with some of its lacking features, the ability to easily roll out your podcast makes Anchor a clear choice Pros The ease of use going from uploading your audio assets to then sharing your podcast to all major outlets is very helpful Cons The analytics do not give enough information to be able to focus on areas of growth. Other services such as Podtrac give greater details, but Anchor and Spotify were removed as accessible for that service Switched from [Podbean](https://www.capterra.com/p/210538/Podbean/) Anchor seemed to allow us to grow in a much more meaningful way Review Source BW Baxter W. Managing Director Media Production Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "I Switched from Anchor (Spotify for Creators) to Riverside.fm Hosting" May 8, 2026 4.0 Great but I switch to riverside because It givves me better analitics a website and, publishes better to YouTube. But Anchor now known as Spotify for Creators is great for a begginer Podcaster. Pros It was an easy workflow and well organized. Make uploading videos to spotify easy. Sense its free there is great value for money. Cons It only Showed Analytics from Spotify which isn't helpful for podcasting and learning about your episodes. The customer support isnt great Review Source GG Greg G. Owner Consumer Goods Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Anchor FM is the Best for Podcast Beginners" February 3, 2022 5.0 We just love Anchor since we started with them in 2018. We have grown our podcast into over 30 countries worldwide Pros What can I say? Anchor provided us with a way to get our podcast out into the mainstream media with little or no podcasting experience as well as being free Cons Very little cons except maybe more distribution outlets Alternatives considered [Soundtrap](https://www.capterra.com/p/209734/Soundtrap/) Reason for choosing Anchor Price for starters as Anchor is free to use Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Administrator Religious Institutions Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "The quickest way to get started podcasting and making money for it. " October 16, 2021 5.0 Pros The feature I found the most impactful is the option to have Anchor list your podcast on all the major outlets. They also take the hassle out of dealing with Apple. Cons I am not able to minimize my podcast from my country. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Admin Broadcast Media Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Review of Anchor" February 25, 2022 5.0 If you have an opinion that needs to be heard across the world, choose anchor. My experience has been great. Pros I like how you can add songs and sounds to your podcast. Recording audio is easy and they are stored on the cloud, making it easier to be accessed even after loosing your device. The analytics is very informative and helps one to develop and adjust properly. Cons I would really love if there's an option for live streaming. I would also like if people can easily send audio to you so you can easily add it to your podcast. Review Source Similar Products Featured