A SIMPLE COMPARISON GUIDE

CoHost vs.
Captivate

Hosting and analytics platforms provide you with the data and insights necessary to grow your podcast. Determining which platform is best suited to your specific needs is key.

To help you in this process, we compared CoHost's and Captivate's solutions so you can make an informed decision that aligns with your podcasting objectives.

CoHost vs. Captivate
Compare features and pricing

CoHost

CoHost

Captivate

Pricing
LITE
$34
PLUS
$49
PRO
$99
ENTERPRISE
Contact
PERSONAL
$19 USD
PROFESSIONAL
$49 USD
BUSINESS
$99 USD

CoHost

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$35
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$17 USD
$44 USD
$90 USD
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Hosting & Management
Hosting
Storage
Unlimited
Unlimited
Team Management
Podcast Analytics
Download Analytics
Unique Listener Analytics
Show Level
Geographical Analytics
City Level Geography Data
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Demographic Analytics
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Consumption Analytics
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B2B Analytics
Show Level
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Episode Comparison
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Episode Level
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Employee Job Role
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Employee Seniority
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Marketing & Promotion
Embeddable Media Player
Automatic Podcast Website
Podcast Tracking Links
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Podcast Tracking Link Analytics
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Automatic Transcriptions
Social Media Publishing
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Customizable RSS Feed
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Integrations
Podpage Integration
Wordpress Plugin
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One Click Publishing (Listening App Distribution)
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Audiograms/Marketing Clip Equivalents
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YouTube Publication Integration
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Zapier Integration
Data API
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Advertising
Dynamic Ad Insertion (Mid-Roll & Geotargeting)
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Pre and Post Roll Ad Insertion
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Ad Network
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What makes CoHost different?

Find your top-performing audience growth channels

CoHost offers unique tracking links to promote across marketing channels so you can see where your downloads are coming from. Share these links on social media, with guests, in newsletters, and more.

Uncover who your listeners are and what resonates

Discover key insights like age, income, social media habits, hobbies, family members, and more to understand who your listeners are and the type of content they want to consume.

See which companies and employees are listening

Uncover the companies listening to your podcast including their size, industry, location, and revenue, as well as the employee’s job role and seniority.

Maximize discoverability with websites and transcriptions

Create an SEO-optimized website on CoHost to organize your podcast episodes and improve discoverability along with AI-powered episode transcriptions (at no extra cost).

Not ready to make the switch?

We get it – switching podcast hosting tools can be a hassle. 

With CoHost’s Prefix, you can complement your current Captivate setup with our cutting-edge data including B2B Analytics, Advanced Audience Demographics, and Podcast Tracking Links. That’s right, no migration is required.

Designed for podcasters and brands

CoHost was built by the podcast agency, Quill, with a focus on giving creators better podcast analytics and audience insights while saving time in their workflow.

What our users are
saying about CoHost

"Our favorite things about CoHost are the detailed stats we get from it and the customer service. The team has helped us countless times and answered every question we’ve ever had."

Celine Albertini
COO and Co-Owner
Podigy Podcasts Ltd
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“CoHost has simplified the process of podcasting enormously. By giving us access to a robust set of podcast analytics and audience data, the platform has enabled us to focus on what we do best.”

Hannah Bank
Host of SickKids VS
By the SickKids Foundation

"CoHost helps us target content and grow audiences. Just as importantly, as a branded podcast studio, CoHost’s data has a big impact on our clients' C-suite executives at renewal time."

Dave Beasing
CEO
Sound That BRANDS
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“CoHost has made me feel like a podcast expert, even when I was a beginner. It can be stressful to keep track of all the moving parts of a podcast, but CoHost makes it seamless. We can see what is working and what’s not, to create even better content and grow our audience.”

Sarah Zandbergen
Take back Talk Back
By EQ Bank

“CoHost is one of our go-to hosting platforms for B2B podcasts. The B2B analytics feature set is phenomenal and gives our clients the KPIs and metrics they need. With CoHost, you speak to humans who get back to you quickly with any issues or concerns.”

Jake Jorgovan
Founder
Content Allies

"The team at CoHost is definitely what makes the service that much better and enjoyable to use. Their team has especially been super attentive and responsive every step of the way."

Karen Lee
Digital Communications Manager
WIPO
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“CoHost is well-designed and easy to adapt to our brand for a united content experience. The CoHost team has been a tremendous partner as we navigate the podcasting landscape.”

Randy Frisch
Host of The Marketer’s Journey
By Uberflip

“CoHost is a fabulous premium hosting service. The interface is intuitive, the player attractive, and the stats excellent. The customer support is without comparison in the industry.”

Megan Dougherty
Founder
One Stone Creative

“CoHost has streamlined our podcast production process, allowing us to manage multiple shows with global teams effortlessly. Both our clients and our agency appreciate the platform’s simplicity and efficiency. We're grateful to Fatima and her team for creating such a valuable tool for podcast agencies.”

Nick Chamberlain
Founder & Owner
EveryWord Media

Leading brands and agencies choose CoHost to manage their podcasts

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CoHost to/manage their podcasts

"CoHost has simplified the process of podcasting"
Hannah Bank, SickKids Foundation

"CoHost has simplified the process of podcasting enormously. By giving us access to a robust set of podcast analytics and audience data, the platform has enabled us to focus on what we do best."

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"Everything in one easy-to-use platform”

Sarah Zandbergen, EQ Bank

"CoHost has made me feel like a podcast expert, even when I was a beginner. It can be stressful to keep track of all the moving parts of a podcast, but CoHost makes it seamless – everything in one easy-to-use platform. We can really drill down and see what is working and what’s not, to create even better content and grow our audience."

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"Easy to adapt to our brand for a united content experience”
Randy Frisch, Uberflip

"CoHost has been an invaluable asset to us on our podcasting journey. The solution is well designed and easy to adapt to our brand for a united content experience. Overall, the CoHost team has been a tremendous partner as we navigate the ever-evolving podcasting landscape."

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"We’ve been able to easily measure impact”
Conrad Page, Field Trip Health

"Through CoHost, we’ve been able to easily measure impact and how our podcast improves on our overall marketing performance for Field Trip Health. Our team is able to pull strategic insights that work to improve our podcast content and increase growth."

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"The B2B analytics feature set is phenomenal”
Jake Jorgovan, Founder of Content Allies

"CoHost is one of our go-to hosting platforms for B2B podcasts. The B2B analytics feature set is phenomenal and gives our clients the KPIs and metrics they need to show value from their podcast. The tech support is also top-notch. With CoHost, you speak to humans who get back to you quickly with any issues or concerns.

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CoHost to measure performance

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Frequently
Asked Questions

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How do I switch to CoHost?
Luckily switching to CoHost is simple! You can follow along with this guide on how to move your podcast to CoHost.
If I switch to CoHost, will I lose my previous podcast data?
Of course not! If you’re switching to CoHost from another hosting provider, by migrating your show through a 301 redirect, you’ll maintain all of your historical data. If you have any questions, reach out to our team.
How do I get in touch with the CoHost team?
If you have any questions about CoHost or want to explore more of the platform, you can either sign up for a trial, book a demo, or reach out to our team.
Can I use CoHost without switching hosting platforms?
Yes! CoHost’s Prefix gives users access to B2B Analytics, Advanced Audience Demographics, and Podcast Tracking Links – regardless of their current hosting setup.
Are CoHost plans taxed?
All CoHost plans will be billed in US dollars and are subject to government tax and other prevailing charges.