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Stitcher Premium: Complete Guide to Pricing, Features, and Setup

Stitcher's free version unlocks over 65,000 podcasts across countless genres. For frequent listeners, upgrading to Stitcher Premium elevates the experience with exclusive perks. As avid podcast users ourselves, we've tested it extensively across platforms.

Like the standard app, Stitcher Premium supports Android, 6 of the Best Android Podcast Apps, iOS, and web browsers, ensuring seamless access everywhere.

Stitcher Premium Pricing

Stitcher Premium is $4.99/month or $34.99/year—these are introductory rates that may change. Test it risk-free: 7-day trial for monthly, 30-day for annual.

Getting Started with Stitcher Premium

No new downloads needed. Existing users: tap Premium in the app, enter details. Auto-renewal is default; manage via profile > Settings > Subscription management > toggle Auto Renewal off or Manage payment.

Stitcher Premium: Complete Guide to Pricing, Features, and Setup

Or handle via Google Play/iTunes if needed.

Download: Stitcher for iOS | Android (Free, Premium from $4.99/month or $34.99/year)

What Happened to Stitcher Plus?

Stitcher Premium fully replaced Stitcher Plus—it's now the sole paid tier.

Key Stitcher Premium Benefits

Ad-Free Listening

Skip interruptions: Premium removes Stitcher-placed ads. Producer-inserted ads remain. Ensure login to paid account; restart app if ads persist.

Exclusive Podcasts

Unlock bonuses like early The Nerdist and Comedy Bang! Bang! episodes—5 Comedy Podcasts That Will Keep You Laughing. Dive into full archives of WTF with Marc Maron, Earwolf shows, and 40+ Stitcher originals. Weekly new releases span documentaries, audio dramas, and 120+ comedy albums from stars like Amy Schumer.

Stitcher Premium: Complete Guide to Pricing, Features, and Setup

Pro tip: Use 7 Key Tips for Listening to Podcasts Using Stitcher to navigate the library.

Offline Listening

Download for data-free playback. iOS: Swipe right > playlist > gear > Listen Offline. Android: Menu > Settings > Download settings.

Stitcher Premium: Complete Guide to Pricing, Features, and Setup

Stitcher Premium: Complete Guide to Pricing, Features, and Setup

Customize: Wi-Fi only, auto-downloads, multi-playlist enable.

Auto-Download Playlists

Add to Listen Later or custom playlists for hands-free updates. Enable Auto Update in Settings; pauses below 15% battery.

Stitcher Premium: Complete Guide to Pricing, Features, and Setup

Toggle offline switch to force sync. Legacy 'Update All' gone since v3.5.

Auto-Delete Listened Episodes

Free space: Settings > Offline/Download Settings > disable Download Heard Episodes. Mark as played (iOS: hold play; Android: three dots). Swipe down for sync.

Stitcher Premium: Complete Guide to Pricing, Features, and Setup

Stitcher Premium: Complete Guide to Pricing, Features, and Setup

Or Delete all downloads anytime.

Stitcher Premium: Complete Guide to Pricing, Features, and Setup

Your Favorite Stitcher Premium Feature?

Armed with these insights from real-world use, decide if Premium suits you. What's your top feature—ad-free bliss, offline access, or exclusives? Share below!