Free Podcast Cost Calculator
What will your podcast actually cost?
Answer 10 quick questions about your show and get a realistic monthly cost range based on the format, support, and production you need.
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Why It Matters
There’s more to podcast pricing than a number.
The right cost depends on what you’re making, how often you’re publishing, and how much of the work you actually want off your plate.
A weekly video show and a biweekly audio interview are two very different production jobs. Giving both the same price would not exactly be helpful.
That’s why this calculator looks at the things that actually affect your scope, then recommends the production model that best fits what you need.
Full Service. Hybrid. Self-Service. You’ll see how they compare before you talk to anyone.
What Moves The Price
Five things that can change your number.
These are the same factors we use to build the estimate above. No mysterious pricing formula hiding behind the curtain.
Format
Audio is one production workflow. Add video and you’re adding a YouTube-ready cut, short-form clips, video editing, and the work required to keep everything synced.
Episode volume
A weekly show produces roughly four episodes a month. A biweekly show produces about two. More episodes means more production time.
How hands-on you want to be
This is one of the biggest differences between our models. Full Service puts a producer in the driver’s seat. Self-Service keeps more of the day-to-day work with your team and charges per episode.
Launch assets
Building your cover art, theme music, trailer, intro, and outro from scratch takes more work than refreshing assets you already have.
Ongoing strategy
Production gets your episode finished. Strategy helps you figure out what the show should accomplish, who it needs to reach, and what to do next based on what’s actually working.
How It Works
Three steps to a more useful podcast estimate.
Answer 10 questions
Tell us about the show you actually want to make, not the podcast you think you’re supposed to make.
Get your estimate
See a realistic monthly range and the production model that best fits your answers.
Confirm the details
If you want an exact quote, book a short call with a producer. If you’re not ready yet, that’s fine too.
Already know roughly what you want?
Skip the calculator. Talk with our team for 30 minutes about your show, your goals, and what it would take to produce it well.
FAQ
Before you start.
A few quick answers about the calculator. If you have questions about your specific show, that’s probably a better conversation with an actual human.
Talk to a StrategistHow accurate is the cost calculator?
It’s based on the same things that affect the scope of a real podcast project: format, episode volume, production support, launch needs, and ongoing strategy.
The range gives you a realistic starting point based on your answers. It is not a contract or final quote. Recording length, revisions, and custom production needs can affect the final cost, which is why exact pricing is confirmed with a producer.
Why do I have to enter my information before seeing my estimate?
Because we need somewhere to send it. That also gives you the option to have a producer review your answers and provide an exact quote.
We don’t sell your information, and you can opt out of follow-up at any time.
What is the difference between Full Service, Hybrid, and Self-Service?
Full Service is the most hands-off option. You get strategy, a dedicated producer, editing, and growth support while we manage the production process with you.
Self-Service is the most hands-on option. You manage the show and send us your recordings for post-production on a per-episode basis.
Hybrid sits in the middle. You stay more involved than a Full Service client, while we handle production and provide strategic support.
The calculator recommends the model that best matches your answers, and you’ll see the other two options for comparison.
Does the calculator cover video podcasts?
Yes. You’ll tell us whether you want audio only or audio and video. Video production adds a YouTube-ready cut and short-form clips from the same recording session.
What if my show does not fit neatly into one of the three models?
That’s okay. Podcasts are rarely as tidy as a calculator would like them to be.
The recommendation is a starting point, not a box you have to fit into. If your needs fall somewhere between the models, a strategist can work through the details with you and recommend the right setup.
How much does full-service podcast production cost?
Full-service production generally ranges from $2,100 to $6,500 per month, depending on your format, episode volume, video needs, and level of support.
Editing on its own costs less. The right answer depends on what you actually need, which is exactly what the calculator is designed to help you figure out.
Is the calculator result the same as an exact quote?
No. It’s a realistic range based on the information you provide.
An exact quote accounts for the specifics of your show, including things like recording length, revisions, and custom production needs. If you want the exact number, the next step is a short call with a producer.
Does the price include everything, or are there extras?
The estimate covers the core scope of the production model recommended for you.
Some things, such as in-person production travel, rush turnaround, or custom add-ons, may be priced separately if they apply to your show. We’ll talk through those before you commit to anything.
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