What is Transistor?

Transistor is a podcast hosting platform that supports unlimited shows on a single account. It offers private podcasting for team collaboration and easy distribution to major directories. AI transcription automatically converts episodes to searchable, timestamp‑linked text for accessibility and SEO.

Dynamic ad insertion lets podcasters insert audio or announcements at any point in an episode. Built‑in analytics tracks listens, downloads, and audience engagement for data‑driven decisions. One‑click website builder and embedded player create a polished web presence without coding.

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Transistor details

Built for: Businesses and teams

Transistor tech specs

Integrations: Zapier

Transistor pricing

Subscription

Transcription (5 hrs per month) $5 mo

Starter $19 mo

Transcription (20 hrs per month) $20 mo

Professional $49 mo

Business $99 mo

Enterprise $199+/mo

$199/mo is pricier than most for Podcasting median $29/mo

Most Podcasting tools start between $9.90 and $37 a month.

Free trial: 14 days
Auto-renewal: Yes

Trial, refund and renewal terms as stated in Transistor's own published documentation.

Verify on the official pricing page.

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Transistor's key features

Live chat support
Email support replies
Call scheduling assistance
Auto-post to YouTube
Email subscription integrations
Dynamic ad insertion
14-day free trial

Transistor use cases

Host an unlimited podcast series with no storage limits, collaborate with remote team members, and auto‑publish to major directories without manual uploads
Automate marketing by integrating Transistor with MailChimp and HubSpot, generate AI‑transcribed show notes, and embed dynamic ads to monetize while tracking listener engagement in real‑time
Build a branded podcast website with one‑click builder, display searchable transcripts, and push episodes to YouTube and Bluesky for cross‑platform reach