Podcasts are one of our favourite ways of catching up with the latest happenings in our preferred niche and they have grown in popularity over the years. As an android user, you’re probably wondering if there are any good podcast apps that can provide a seamless way to search for and listen to your favourite shows. While there are plenty of apps on the app store that promise to do this, they vary greatly in terms of design, function and performance. We have combed through the Google Play store and made a strong selection of apps for you to choose from.

Best Podcast Apps For Android
1. Pocket Casts

Pocket Casts is the most sought after podcast application on the Google Play store with a host of features. It’s well designed, easy to use and includes a discovery option to help you find new shows.

It’s material design interface follows the modern trends and it is well optimised for Phones and Tablets. You can synchronize your subscriptions and data to the cloud so you can always access them on any of your devices.

When you subscribe to a podcast, it gives you the option to download over your data connection or WiFi only and you can also set it to auto download podcasts.

Another great feature is it’s ability to toggle video podcasts to audio and it gives you some audio effects so you can speed up podcasts or give a volume boost. Pocket Casts also comes with Chromecast support so you can send your audio or video with the tap of a button.

Developer: Shifty Jelly

Compatibility : Android 4.1 and up

Availability: Pocket Casts ($2.99) – Google Play Store (also available on iOS, Windows Phone and on the Web)

2. DoggCatcher

DoggCatcher is another highly-rated app that promises to help manage your podcasts and newsfeed for you.

It allows you to import your existing subscriptions in OPML format or search for podcasts via RSS Feed. You also get personalised recommendations based on your history once you’ve used the app for a while.

You can arrange your apps by category and add widgets to your home-screen for quick access to player controls. It also features Chromecast support and offline playback of audio and video podcasts.

Developer: DoggCatcher

Compatibility: Varies with Android device

Availability: DoggCatcher Podcast Player ($2.99) – Google Play Store

3. PodCast Republic

Podcast Republic is a free podcast manager android app that is well regarded on the app store with a 4.4/5 average rating.

The free version of the application comes with adverts but you can purchase the ad-free version via an in-app purchase. However, there is no feature difference between the ad-free and ad supported versions.

It provides customisable widgets that you can place on your homescreen or lockscreen. You also get expandable notification controls so you can easily control the audio without having to open the app.

You can choose to stream your favourite audio or video shows via Wi-Fi or data connection or download them for offline listening. It supports over 10 of the World’s popular languages and features a car mode for quick playback. Android Wear and Chromecast are also well supported.

Developer: Podcast Republic

Compatibility: Varies with device

Availability: Podcast Republic (Free) – Google Play Store

4. BeyondPod Podcast Manager

BeyondPod is another popular option on the Play store with over 3 million downloads.

It comes with a lite version which includes a free 7-day full feature trial allowing you to test the application before deciding whether to purchase it or not.

It offers smart playlists that add podcasts automatically based on your listening preferences and allows you to create your own playlists.

It also provides Feedly integration and allows you save bandwidth by scheduling your downloads at specific times such as when the device is connected to a WiFi network or while it’s charging.

Developer: BeyondPod Team

Compatibility: Varies with device

Availability: BeyondPod Podcast Manager (Free) –