Is the Podcast App Free on iPhone?

Podcasts have become increasingly popular in recent years, especially on iPhones. With the introduction of the Apple Podcasts app, users can now access a wide variety of podcasts directly from their phones. But is the podcast app free on iPhone?

The answer to this question depends on the version of iOS you are using. If you are using iOS 11 or later, then yes, the podcast app is free. The app comes pre-installed with iPhones running these versions of iOS and does not require any additional payment.

If you are using an earlier version of iOS (iOS 9 or 10), then unfortunately, the podcast app is not available for free. Apple does offer a paid version of its podcasting service (Apple Music) which can be used to access podcasts. This version does cost a subscription fee.

In addition to being available for free on select versions of iOS, the Apple Podcasts app can also be downloaded from the App Store for those who wish to use it on other devices. This version is also free and offers all of the same features as the pre-installed version.

Conclusion:

So, is the podcast app free on iPhone? For users running iOS 11 or later, then yes, it is absolutely free and comes pre-installed with your phone. For those using earlier versions of iOS, however, it will require a subscription fee if they wish to access podcasts via Apple Music.