10 Best Free Podcast Recording Software For Best Results

Free Podcast software

Podcasts are a great way to communicate with your potential listeners. Moreover, podcasts are convenient; cost less. The report shows that podcast listeners are much more loyal than others. The 21st century is all about starting podcasts and why not when there are so many free podcast recording software for you!

1. GarageBand

GarageBand is a popular name for Mac users. If you have an IPad or Mac computer, you can start your own podcasting channel without any hassle. The software has dozens of amazing features and a complete sound library. Plus, it has realistic AMPs and effects. The software allows sharing your podcast to various social networks.

Available for: Ipad, Mac computer.

Pros

  • User-friendly.
  • Simple and easy interface.

Cons

  • Lack of preset.
  • Only available for Apple devices.
  • No mixing console available.

Customer review: Intuitive, with, simple for podcasters.” 




2. Power Sound director

Power Sound Director has its free version. The free version has everything for an amateur podcaster. Power Sound Director is easy to use. You can easily learn the software by watching online tutorials. The software has 25+ audio effects and supports all types of audio formats. The software allows users to create fragments from CDs, DVDs, media players or web videos. The software helps editing, creating, and recording very much easier. The software is available for android and PC users.

Available for: Android and PC.

Pros

  • Supports all audio format. 
  • Free audio library.
  • Easy to learn.

Cons

  • Complex function: not for beginners.

Customer review: Power sums editor, the best option.”




3. WavePad

WavePad is only available for Windows and Mac users. It is a full-fledged audio and music editing software. It has simplified editing interfaces where you can easily mix voice and music tracks. WavePad also has its free version. It has zero expiration. Unlike its paid version, the free version adds limited features. WavePad supports all audio formats, allows audio restoration, various audio effects and a lot.

Available for: Windows and Mac users. 

Pros

  • Mixing made easy.
  • Simple interface.

Cons

  • Allows working on single track.
  • Pricey.

Customer review: News Pro Audio Editing Software for newbies.” 




4. Studio One

Studio One is a favourite free podcast editing software of podcasters, musicians and other creative professionals. Studio One also has its free version that only runs on a 64-bit operating system. The software has a set of incredible features. Its drop-and-drag element is perfect for smooth editing and mastering. It has an intuitive single-window interface and 9+ native effects plug-ins.

Available for: Windows, Mac and Linux computer.

Pros

  • Easy to record.
  • Support maximum audio formats.

Cons

  • Occasional crashed up.

Customer review: Transform to audio is so brilliant but depending on the plugins, it doesn’t flip back exactly.”




5. Music Maker

Released in 1994, Music Maker is the product of MAGIX. The company claims Music Maker has 2+ million worldwide users. The software is too easy to use. You can easily learn it by watching online tutorials. The best thing about Music Maker is— it has 425+ free sound and loops. After all— Music Maker is best for seamless audio editing and mastering.

Available for: Windows, Mac and Linux computer.

Pros

  • Allows multitrack editing.
  • Sound loops work amazing.

Cons

  • Paid version costs a lot.
  • Crashes sometimes.

Customer review: Very fast music composer




6. Audacity

Audacity is the most favourite free podcast editing software all over the world. Audacity is completely free— it is an open-source product. Audacity is adored for its simple and easy to use features. Audacity is best for a beginner podcaster. It has various recording and editing tools, plug-ins and effects, keyboard shortcuts and so on. Audacity is available for Windows, macOS and Unix. Need to say, Audacity supports various audio formats. Best of all, Audacity is best for convenient posting and sharing.

Available for: Windows and Mac, Linux.

Pros

  • Best for beginners.
  • Support various audio formats.
  • User-friendly. 

Cons

  • Hard to install plug-in.
  • Exporting may sometimes decrease sound quality.

Customer review: Simple and easy to use audio editor tool




7. Hindenburg

Hindenburg is the best podcast recording software for expert podcasters. The good news is, Hindenburg is completely free. Hindenburg allows you to multitrack. It means you can record with two microphones simultaneously. Hindenburg has all the professional tools to become a pro podcaster. It has noise reduction capacity, has built-in effects like echo, pitch, reverb and a lot.

Available for: Windows and Mac, Linux.

Pros

  • Advanced editing tools.
  • Mastering tools

Cons

  • Costs a lot.

Customer review: For an intuitive experience try Hindenburg Journalist, the audio editing software built for radio and used by podcasters around the world.”




8. Cast

Cast gives one month of trial version. Using Cast is simple and effortless. Cast offers high-quality audio with built-in presets. It has amazing editing tools which automatically saves your audio in the cloud.

Available for: Windows, chrome on macOS, Linux computer.

Pros

  • Mixing makes easy.
  • Allows easy distribution among various platforms.

Cons

  • Cloud transfer is slow.
  • Hard to learn.

Customer review: Cast is a full-service podcasting studio that lives in your browser.




9. ZenCastr

ZenCastr is an amazing podcast recording software for beginners as well as experts. It produces high-fidelity audio. Best of all, it offers a soundboard for live editing. It also allows voice chat with your guests. It’s Dropbox integration allows you to save your recordings faster.

Available for: Chrome and FireFox.

Pros

  • Easier to edit podcast.
  • Easily convert to MP3 format.

Cons

  • Constantly appearing ‘Health check’ disturb user-experience.
  • Not available on Safari.

Customer review: Great for podcasting as long as you have some editing skills + time.




10. Anchor

If you are looking for a free podcast hosting platform, Anchor can be your choice. It not only distributes your podcast but also allows you simple, faster audio editing. Trim your false part and add music to it. All are available at your fingertips. You can also add transitions between your audios.

Available for: Windows, Mac, Linux computer and android.

Pros

  • Easy editing experience.
  • Free distribution.

Cons

  • Lack of advanced tools.
  • Lack of background music.

Customer review: Everything for novice podcaster.”




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