The 5 best podcast apps of 2022

Features: Compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Trim silence | Variable speed playback

Pocket Casts is a simple yet multi-faceted podcast app, making it our pick for the best podcast app. It offers hand-curated podcast suggestions to make it a simple matter to discover new podcasts and episodes. There is a seemingly endless database of podcast episodes, both new and old, with easy management of your favorite podcasts, so you can access them that much faster. Plus, there are extra tools like the ability to switch from dark to light background, plus several different modes, like Slide Over, Split View, and Picture in Picture to simplify viewing. 

It is easy to build a playback queue to catch all your favorite moments with the ability to play between 0.5 and 3x. Even better, there is no need to subscribe, so you can enjoy your favorite shows in peace and without a financial obligation. Pocket Casts is compatible with multiple systems, including AirPlay, CarPlay, Chromecast, and Sonos.