Instagram Subscriptions vs Spotify for Podcasters
Side-by-side comparison on fees, payouts, monetization, and audience ownership.
Instagram Subscriptions vs Spotify for Podcasters: which one wins?
Instagram Subscriptions charges 0% (Meta cut (Apple/Google 30% in-app)) versus Spotify for Podcasters at 0% on subs (50% ad split).
On payout speed, Instagram Subscriptions pays monthly while Spotify for Podcasters pays monthly. No difference here.
For audience ownership, Instagram Subscriptions offers none email export and Spotify for Podcasters offers limited. Email portability matters most for creators planning to migrate later or build a list independent of any single platform.
Best for: Instagram Subscriptions suits established instagram creators with loyal followers willing to pay. Spotify for Podcasters fits podcasters already distributing on spotify seeking subs plus ad revenue.