Reviews for Google Podcasts
Login to ReviewDakota White
Apr 03, 2026Solid features, but needs polish
I appreciate the free access and smart features like auto-recommendations and transcripts, which are genuinely helpful for discovering new shows. However, the app feels a bit basic compared to competitors—playback controls are limited, and managing subscriptions isn't as intuitive as I'd like. It's great for casual listening but lacks the depth for power users.
Riley Moore
Apr 02, 2026Adequate but Unremarkable – Does the Basics, Then Stops
The best thing about Google Podcasts is its seamless integration with Google Assistant and the genuinely useful auto-transcripts. However, the app feels barebones and strangely disconnected; managing subscriptions is clunky, and discovery beyond Google's suggestions is poor. It's fine if you want a simple, free player, but it lacks the polish and features of dedicated competitors.
Casey Thomas
Mar 31, 2026A Free and Functional App, But Feels Incomplete
As a free app, it gets the basics right—discovery and playback are simple, and the automatic transcripts are a genuinely helpful accessibility feature. However, the interface feels a bit bare-bones compared to rivals, and the lack of robust playlist or cross-device sync features is frustrating. It's a decent choice if you're already in the Google ecosystem, but power users will likely find it lacking.
Riley Wilson
Mar 29, 2026Frustrating experience with a discontinued-feeling app
I've used Google Podcasts for a few months now, and the experience has been consistently disappointing. The app feels half-baked and neglected—episodes frequently fail to download reliably, playback controls are laggy, and the interface is confusing compared to other podcast apps. Worst of all, Google announced they're discontinuing it in 2024, so now I'm stuck migrating my subscriptions elsewhere.
Morgan Walker
Mar 29, 2026Simple, Free, and Gets the Job Done
As someone who listens to podcasts during my commute, Google Podcasts has been perfect for my needs. I love how it automatically suggests new shows based on what I'm already listening to, and the machine-generated transcripts are a lifesaver when I need to quickly reference a point. The deep Google Assistant integration means I can just use my voice to play episodes while I'm driving, which feels seamless and safe.
Olivia Chen
Mar 29, 2026Simple but with frustrating gaps
I've been using Google Podcasts for about a year. The search and discovery are great, and I love the free automatic transcripts for accessibility. However, the app feels basic—playlist creation is clunky, and the recent announcement of its shutdown makes it impossible to recommend for long-term use. It did the job, but always felt like an afterthought from Google.
Michael White
Mar 27, 2026Perfect for My Daily Commute
Google Podcasts has become my go-to app for catching up on my favorite shows. The auto-transcripts are a game-changer for when I miss something, and the search function is spot-on for finding new podcasts. It’s a simple, no-fuss app that works in the background and lets me pick up where I left off seamlessly.
Avery Smith
Mar 27, 2026An App They Forgot About
This feels like a neglected project from Google. The app constantly resets my playback speed or forgets my place in episodes. The 'discovery' feature rarely surfaces anything new. The final straw was when I switched phones and there was no reliable way to export my subscriptions—years of curation, gone. It's free, but that's about the only positive thing I can say.
James Moore
Mar 21, 2026Simple and Smart Podcast Companion
Google Podcasts has become my go-to for daily listening. The automated subscription suggestions are surprisingly accurate and have introduced me to great new shows, while the transcripts are a game-changer for following along in noisy environments or when I need to double-check details. It syncs seamlessly with my Google account across devices, and asking Google Assistant to play my favorites hands-free is incredibly convenient.
Dakota Johnson
Mar 21, 2026Simple and effective for daily podcast listening
Google Podcasts has become my go-to app for discovering and managing my podcast subscriptions. The automatic recommendations based on my interests consistently introduce me to new shows I enjoy, and the machine-generated transcripts are a huge help when I need to follow along word-for-word. Integration with Google Assistant makes it seamless to resume episodes hands-free, especially while driving or cooking.
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Google Podcasts is a free podcast app developed by Google. It allows users to search, subscribe, manage, and listen to …
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