Grow Without Limits
Stop rationing content or upgrading plans every 3 months. VNYL offers unlimited uploads at $130/year, saving you $98-$818/year compared to Buzzsprout's $228-$948/year with 4-35 hour monthly caps.
Why Podcasters Switch from Buzzsprout to VNYL
No Upload Caps
Buzzsprout: 4-35 hours/month. VNYL: Unlimited. Publish daily, batch record, or go viral - we never stop you.
True unlimited hosting
Save Money
$130/year flat rate vs $228-$948/year with monthly caps. More content, lower cost.
Save $98-$818/year
Unlimited Growth
Scale without upgrading plans. Launch daily shows, add bonus episodes, publish without anxiety.
No tier upgrades needed
Feature-by-Feature: VNYL vs Buzzsprout
| Feature | VNYL | Buzzsprout |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Pricing | $130/year | $228-$948/year |
| Upload Limits | ✅ Unlimited | ❌ 4-35 hrs/month |
| Storage | ✅ Unlimited forever | ✅ After 90 days |
| Pricing Model | Annual discount | ❌ Monthly only |
| Analytics | Advanced | Advanced |
| Magic Mastering AI | 🚧 Roadmap | ✅ Addon |
| CoHost AI | 🚧 Roadmap | ✅ Addon |
| Video Support | 🚧 Roadmap | ✅ Soundbites |
| YouTube Integration | 🚧 Roadmap | ✅ |
| Team Collaboration | ✅ | ✅ Unlimited |
| Podcast Website | ✅ | ✅ |
| Embeddable Player | ✅ | ✅ Custom |
| Customer Support | Email + docs | ✅ Award-winning |
| Community | 🚧 Growing | ✅ Active |
| Distribution | ✅ All apps | ✅ All apps |
Where Buzzsprout Currently Excels:
- Magic Mastering AI for automatic audio enhancement (addon)
- Extremely beginner-friendly interface and onboarding
- Award-winning customer support team
- Active podcaster community and educational resources
- YouTube integration for automated video soundbite distribution
- Comprehensive help center and podcasting guides
But if unlimited uploads without monthly caps matter more to you than these features, VNYL saves you money and removes content anxiety.
See How Much You'll Save
| Platform | Pricing Model | Matched Tier | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buzzsprout | storage | Free (90 days) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Spreaker | unlimited | Free (ads) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| RedCircle | unlimited | 1 podcast (Core) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Anchor | unlimited | Free (Spotify) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| VNYL(Us) | unlimited | Unlimited | $13.00 | $156.00 |
| Podbean | storage | 10GB/month (Unlimited Audio) | $14.00 | $168.00 |
| Libsyn | storage | 324 MB/month (Plus) | $15.00 | $180.00 |
| Castos | unlimited | Unlimited (Starter) | $19.00 | $228.00 |
| Simplecast | downloads | 50K downloads | $35.00 | $420.00 |
| Captivate | downloads | 150K downloads | $44.00 | $528.00 |
| Transistor | downloads | 50K downloads | $99.00 | $1188.00 |
Cost Projections at Standard Download Levels
Switching from Buzzsprout Takes 15 Minutes
Stop rationing content. Here's how to move to unlimited:
1. Export Your RSS Feed (3 min)
In Buzzsprout, go to Settings → RSS Feed and copy your full RSS URL. Buzzsprout provides unrestricted RSS access on all plans, including free.
2. Import to VNYL (under 5 min)
Paste your RSS URL into VNYL's import tool. We automatically pull all episodes (even those beyond 90 days on free Buzzsprout plans), artwork, and metadata. Imports complete fast.
3. Update Distribution (5 min)
Submit your new VNYL RSS feed to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other directories. Buzzsprout's auto-distribution stops when you cancel, so manual submission ensures continuity.
4. Redirect Old Feed (3 min)
Set up a 301 redirect from your Buzzsprout feed to your VNYL feed before canceling. This preserves subscribers on apps that cache feed URLs. Ask Buzzsprout support for redirect assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I exceed my monthly upload cap?
Buzzsprout won't let you upload more episodes until the next billing cycle. This means if you hit your 4-hour limit on day 10, you wait 20 days before publishing again. To publish immediately, you must upgrade to a higher tier mid-cycle.
Can I save up unused hours for busy months?
No, Buzzsprout hours reset monthly - they don't roll over. If you upload 2 hours in January (on the 4-hour plan), you lose those 2 unused hours. With VNYL's unlimited model, there's no rationing or rollover math.
Is Magic Mastering worth paying for?
Magic Mastering is impressive AI audio enhancement, but it's an add-on cost beyond your base plan. If audio quality is your bottleneck, it might be worth it. But if upload limits are frustrating you, switching to VNYL's unlimited plan at $130/year saves money and removes caps.
Does Buzzsprout offer annual pricing?
No. Buzzsprout is strictly month-to-month with no annual discount. That $19/month plan costs $228/year, $39/month costs $468/year, and $79/month costs $948/year. VNYL's $130/year unlimited plan is cheaper than Buzzsprout's cheapest tier.
Can I migrate mid-month without losing episodes?
Yes, but note Buzzsprout's storage model: free plan episodes auto-delete after 90 days, paid plan episodes stay forever. Export your RSS feed, import to VNYL, and all episodes remain online. No deletion policies on VNYL.
What if I run multiple podcasts?
On Buzzsprout, monthly upload hours apply to ALL podcasts on your account combined. Two 30-minute weekly shows = 4 hours/month total, requiring the $19/month plan. With VNYL, you get 2 podcasts with unlimited uploads each for $130/year.
Will I lose Buzzsprout features if I switch?
You'll lose Magic Mastering AI (if you use it) and CoHost AI. But if upload caps frustrate you more than these features help you, VNYL's unlimited model removes content rationing anxiety for less money annually.
Can I still use Buzzsprout's promotional tools?
Not after migration - those are Buzzsprout-specific. However, VNYL provides embeddable players, podcast websites, and distribution to all major directories. We're building advanced promotional tools on our roadmap.
The Hidden Cost of Monthly Upload Caps
Buzzsprout's beginner-friendly interface is legendary. Their support is award-winning. Magic Mastering AI is genuinely impressive. But there's one frustration that drives podcasters away: monthly upload caps.
How Upload Caps Limit Your Growth
At first, 4 hours per month sounds like plenty. A 30-minute weekly show = 2 hours/month. You're good, right? But then you:
- Record a bonus episode (30 minutes)
- Interview a guest who goes long (90 minutes instead of 60)
- Launch a special series (4 episodes in one month)
- Batch record during vacation (6 episodes ahead)
Suddenly you're at 5.5 hours. Buzzsprout blocks your upload. To publish, you must upgrade to the $39/month plan mid-cycle ($468/year). You just paid $240/year more because you created too much content. That's backwards.
The Anxiety of Rationing Content
Worse than the surprise upgrade? The content anxiety. You start asking:
- "Should I cut this interview from 45 to 30 minutes?"
- "Can I delay this bonus episode until next month?"
- "Do I really need that intro music (saves 30 seconds per episode)?"
These aren't creative decisions. They're artificial scarcity decisions imposed by your hosting platform. VNYL removes this anxiety entirely. Upload 4 hours or 40 hours - same $130/year.
Pricing Models: Monthly Caps vs True Unlimited
Buzzsprout's pricing is transparent: $19/month for 4 hours, $39/month for 15 hours, $79/month for 35 hours. But notice they don't offer annual pricing. That's intentional.
Why Monthly-Only Pricing Costs More
Most podcast hosts offer 15-20% annual discounts. Transistor saves you $60/year. Podbean saves 25-35%. Libsyn offers monthly storage commitments but annual payment options.
Buzzsprout? Strictly month-to-month. Their $19/month plan costs $228/year. VNYL's unlimited plan costs $130/year. You save $98/year even on Buzzsprout's cheapest tier.
The Upgrade Treadmill
Here's the financial trap: You start on the $19/month plan (4 hours). Your podcast grows. You consistently hit 5-6 hours/month. You upgrade to $39/month ($468/year).
A year later, you launch a daily podcast. 30 minutes × 20 business days = 10 hours/month. Now you're at $79/month ($948/year). You've 5x'd your hosting cost because your podcast succeeded.
On VNYL? Still $130/year. No treadmill, no penalty for growth.
When Buzzsprout's Features Are Worth It
Let's be fair: Buzzsprout excels in areas VNYL doesn't (yet). If these matter more than unlimited uploads, Buzzsprout might still be right for you:
Magic Mastering AI
Magic Mastering automatically adjusts volume levels, removes background noise, and optimizes sound quality. It's genuinely impressive technology. If audio editing intimidates you, this is worth the cost.
But here's the thing: Magic Mastering is an addon beyond your base plan. You're paying $19-$79/month plus Magic Mastering fees. VNYL doesn't have this yet, but when we add audio enhancement, it'll be included - not an upsell.
Award-Winning Support
Buzzsprout's support team is legendary. Fast email responses, helpful YouTube tutorials, active community forums. If you need hand-holding, they deliver.
VNYL's support is solid but not yet award-winning. We're a newer platform. If you're comfortable with documentation and occasional email support, we're great. If you need daily hand-holding, Buzzsprout wins.
YouTube Integration
Buzzsprout auto-posts video soundbites to YouTube. If your growth strategy relies on YouTube Shorts discovery, this integration saves time.
VNYL's YouTube integration is on our Roadmap roadmap. If you need it today, Buzzsprout has it now.
The Math: When VNYL Saves You Money
Let's run real scenarios:
Scenario 1: Weekly 60-Minute Show
- Monthly hours: 4 episodes × 60 min = 4 hours
- Buzzsprout cost: $19/month × 12 = $228/year
- VNYL cost: $130/year
- Savings: $98/year
Scenario 2: Weekly 60-Min + Monthly Bonus Episodes
- Monthly hours: 4 regular + 2 bonus = 6 hours
- Buzzsprout cost: $39/month × 12 = $468/year
- VNYL cost: $130/year
- Savings: $338/year
Scenario 3: Daily 30-Minute Show
- Monthly hours: 20 business days × 30 min = 10 hours
- Buzzsprout cost: $39/month × 12 = $468/year (15-hour plan covers you)
- VNYL cost: $130/year
- Savings: $338/year
Scenario 4: Daily 60-Minute Show
- Monthly hours: 20 business days × 60 min = 20 hours
- Buzzsprout cost: $79/month × 12 = $948/year
- VNYL cost: $130/year
- Savings: $818/year
The pattern is clear: the more you publish, the more you save with VNYL. Buzzsprout penalizes content creation. VNYL rewards it.
Making the Switch: Decision Framework
Stick with Buzzsprout if:
- You publish ≤ 3 hours/month consistently and never exceed caps
- You rely on Magic Mastering AI for audio quality
- You need YouTube Shorts integration today (VNYL: Roadmap)
- Award-winning support is worth the premium
- Beginner-friendliness is your top priority
Switch to VNYL if:
- You're tired of rationing content or facing upgrade pressure
- You publish ≥ 5 hours/month and costs are climbing
- You want to batch record without worrying about caps
- You plan to launch daily or multiple podcasts
- $130/year unlimited beats $228-$948/year with limits
Ready to Stop Rationing Content?
Get unlimited podcast uploads at $13/month or $130/year, or lock in founder pricing at $9/month or $90/year. No caps, no anxiety, just podcasting.
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Pricing data verified November 3, 2025 from buzzsprout.com/pricing