If your audience is in the Chinese-speaking market, Firstory gives you what Buzzsprout doesn't build in: cross-platform membership subscriptions, trial periods, newsletters, and local support. See the full breakdown in the table below.
| Firstory | Buzzsprout | |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Podcasts Video Episodes | Yes (first-wave support in APAC) | Yes (paid video plan) |
| AI Transcripts & Show Notes | Yes (transcripts, show notes, SEO keywords) | Add-on (Cohost AI) |
| Unlimited Episodes on Free Plan | Free plan: 2 hrs/month, older episodes removed after 90 days | |
| Chinese-language Support (APAC Hours) | ||
| Advanced Analytics - Overall PR | ||
| Listener Drop-off Analytics | ||
| Cross-platform Comments | ||
| Apple Podcasts Review Integration | ||
| Episode Universal Link (One-Tap to All Platforms) | ||
| Show Promotion Plan | ||
| Membership Trial Period | Yes, with a customizable trial length | |
| Guaranteed Dynamic Ad Revenue Share | Yes (from NT$35–55 per 1,000 downloads) | |
| Newsletter Feature | Yes (Pro plan and above) | |
| Corporate Bank Withdrawal | Pro plan and above | |
| Zapier Integration | ||
| Discord Integration |