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AntennaPod vs gPodder
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| Fact | AntennaPod | gPodder |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Java | Python |
| Licence | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Stars | 8.2k | 1.5k |
| Latest | 3.12.3 | 3.11.5 |
| Last push | 2026-10-13 | 2026-09-20 |
| Release cadence | about 23 days between releases | about 112 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 18 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 2 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
gPodder replaces AntennaPod. Alternatives to AntennaPod →
PartialDesktop podcast client with subscription sync through a gPodder server; not a mobile app.
Both replace Spotify. Alternatives to Spotify →
PartialAntennaPodPlays any podcast from its RSS feed on Android; shows exclusive to Spotify are not available.
PartialgPodderPlays and downloads any podcast from its RSS feed on the desktop.
AntennaPod
- 3.12.32026-10-13Fix widget not updating
- 3.12.22026-09-18Fix episodes looping on some car audios
- 3.12.12026-09-05Fix play button on widget
- 3.12.02026-08-14Rewrite playback service (@ByteHamster, @Sarnyxq and others) - this fixes many playback issues, but do report any regre…
- 3.11.42026-05-14Another try to reduce probability of crashes on Android 16
AntennaPod
unsigned The latest release, 3.12.3, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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gPodder
unsigned The latest release, 3.11.5, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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