# Seriously Simple Podcasti… vs Simple-Audioplayer

> Seriously Simple Podcasti… vs Simple-Audioplayer compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. Seriously Simple Podcasting comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against Simple-Audioplayer.

**Seriously Simple Podcasting comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against Simple-Audioplayer.** Choose Seriously Simple Podcasting if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and reviews. Choose Simple-Audioplayer if you care most about download trend.

| | Seriously Simple Podcasting | Simple-Audioplayer |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 30K+ ✅ | 90+ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 5.7K ✅ | 86 |
| Download trend | -46.4% | +56.4% ✅ |
| Rating | 4.7/5 | — |
| Reviews | 329 ✅ | 0 |
| Health score | 74/100 ✅ | 25/100 |
| Last updated | 2 months ago ✅ | 6 years ago |
| Tested up to | WP 7.0.7 ✅ | WP 5.4.24 |
| Support resolved | 25% | — |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ | 7.0+ |
| First released | Dec 2012 | May 2020 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, Seriously Simple Podcasting or Simple-Audioplayer?
Seriously Simple Podcasting comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against Simple-Audioplayer. Choose Seriously Simple Podcasting if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and reviews. Choose Simple-Audioplayer if you care most about download trend.

### Is Seriously Simple Podcasting more popular than Simple-Audioplayer?
Seriously Simple Podcasting is the more popular of the two with 30K+ active installs, compared with 90+ for Simple-Audioplayer.

### Can I use Seriously Simple Podcasting and Simple-Audioplayer together?
Both plugins cover audio, so most sites only need one. Running two plugins that do the same job can cause conflicts and slow your site down — pick the one that fits best and remove the other.

### Are Seriously Simple Podcasting and Simple-Audioplayer free?
Yes. Both are free to download from the official WordPress.org plugin directory. Either may also offer paid upgrades from its developer.


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