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    Async (ex-Podcastle)

    All-in-one audio and video studio, formerly Podcastle, with Magic Dust, transcription, and text-based editing.

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    ToolTrim verdict Excellent out of 5

    Keep it if You record podcasts remotely with guests.

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    About

    In practice. What you can do with Async (ex-Podcastle).

    Podcastle is now Async. The product combines local remote recording, multitrack editing, transcription and text-based editing. Magic Dust automatically enhances audio or video, while noise reduction, auto-leveling, silence removal and filler-word detection speed up post-production.

    The free Basic plan includes unlimited audio recording, 3 video hours, 1 transcription hour, 720p watermarked video export and limited AI access. Storyteller and Pro increase video and transcription hours, WAV and 4K quality, AI credits and remove the watermark. Async displays variable localised prices, so ToolTrim does not state a fixed paid price until the official page exposes one consistently.

    Async replaces Adobe Podcast when you want to record, clean, transcribe and publish in one workspace. For enhancing a single existing voice file, Adobe is more direct.

    Practical uses

    • Record a podcastA remote guest.
    • Edit and transcribe an episode quickly.
    • Generate an AI voiceover.

    Features & use cases

    Creation
    Transcription
    Montage audio

    The case for and against. What Async (ex-Podcastle) does well, and when it costs too much.

    For. What works in its favour.

    • Simple, multitrack remote recording.
    • AI editing and transcription tools.
    • Text-to-speech and voice cloning.
    • Free plan to try it.
    • You want to edit and transcribe quickly with AI.
    • You want an all-in-one studio without complex software.

    Against. What to plan for.

    • Recording and storage limits on free.
    • Less fine audio control than a dedicated DAW.
    • Advanced AI features reserved for paid plans.
    • You want fine control over every track.
    • Your needs are limited to a simple recorder.

    Pricing. What does Async (ex-Podcastle) cost ?

    Free

    $0

    Basic: unlimited audio, 3 video hours, 1 transcription hour, 720p watermarked export

    Basic

    Storyteller and Pro: localised pricing displayed by Async

    Checked on August 29, 2026Official pricing

    Alternatives. What could replace Async (ex-Podcastle)?

    Adobe Podcast AI3.8/5 · Very goodFree, then from €17.17/moAdobe's suite of AI-powered audio tools for recording, editing, and enhancing voice and sound quality.Riverside3.4/5 · GoodFree, then from €20.61/moRiverside records separate local audio/video tracks per remote participant in up to 4K, with a free 2-hour plan and paid tiers from $29 per month.Cleanvoice3.8/5 · Very goodFree, then from €9.53/moAI podcast cleanup for noise, silences, filler words, breaths, and mouth sounds.

    Our verdict. What to know about Async (ex-Podcastle).

    Why this verdict

    Excellent

    Async (ex-Podcastle) is fairly easy to replace with an alternative, a free tier to test before paying, clearly documented use cases.

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    AI. What it changes for Async (ex-Podcastle).

    AI augments this tool

    Go further with AI

    Podcastle combines audio recording, AI cleanup, and even voice cloning to fix a take without re-recording, one of the most AI-native podcasting tools on the market.

    Can AI replace it?

    Replace Podcastle with a classic studio? For basic audio quality and quick fixes, AI effectively closes the gap with amateur equipment. For very demanding broadcast mixing, a sound engineer remains preferable. Verdict: AI strongly augments amateur podcast production, pro expertise remains differentiating for high demands.

    Async (ex-Podcastle) Summary

    Category
    productivity tool.
    Price from
    Free (Basic).
    Best for
    professionals.
    Avoid if
    You already have a professional audio editing chain; You want fine control over every track.
    Alternatives
    Adobe Podcast AI, Riverside, Cleanvoice.
    ToolTrim verdict
    Podcastle suits those who want to record and edit a podcast with AI without heavy software; for expert post-production, a dedicated DAW is still better.

    Frequently asked questions. What people ask about Async (ex-Podcastle).

    What is Async (ex-Podcastle) used for?

    All-in-one audio and video studio, formerly Podcastle, with Magic Dust, transcription, and text-based editing.

    How much does Async (ex-Podcastle) cost?

    Async (ex-Podcastle) costs $0 (free) (Basic plan). Price verified on August 29, 2026.

    Is Async (ex-Podcastle) suitable for beginners?

    Async (ex-Podcastle) suits most professionals. See the "Who is it for" section for details.

    Is Async (ex-Podcastle) worth the price?

    Podcastle suits those who want to record and edit a podcast with AI without heavy software; for expert post-production, a dedicated DAW is still better.

    What are the best alternatives to Async (ex-Podcastle)?

    The main alternatives to Async (ex-Podcastle) are: Adobe Podcast AI, Riverside, Cleanvoice.

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