1. Pocket FM
Pocket FM · Bengaluru · Audio, podcast & music tools · 4.6/5
Audio series app built in Bengaluru.
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with StarMaker
- Built in India (Bengaluru)
Audio, podcast & music tools · Alternatives
Best StarMaker alternatives in India (2026)
StarMaker is an audio, podcast & music tools product from StarMaker, Hangzhou, priced at Free plan with a free plan. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 19 have a free plan, 3 are built in India.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to StarMaker are Pocket FM (Free plan), Hubhopper (Free plan), Soundtrap (Free plan), Podbean (Free plan) and Buzzsprout (Free plan). Pocket FM is the top-ranked option with a free plan. Published prices in this list start at ₹100/month.
Why businesses look for a StarMaker alternative
Indian support and GST
StarMaker is built in China. 3 alternatives are made in India, where GST, TDS and UPI are usually handled natively and support runs on IST.
StarMaker alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches StarMaker's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | StarMaker (current) | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | — |
| 1 | Pocket FM | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 2 |  Hubhopper | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 3 |  Soundtrap | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 4 |  Podbean | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.6/5 | |
| 5 |  Buzzsprout | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 6 |  Zencastr | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 7 |  RedCircle | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 8 |  Auphonic | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 9 |  Headliner | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 10 |  NaturalReader | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 11 |  Krisp | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 12 |  Kuku FM | ₹100/mo | No | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 13 |  Speechify | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 14 |  Audacity | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.7/5 | |
| 15 |  GarageBand | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.7/5 | |
| 16 |  Uppbeat | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 17 |  BandLab | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.6/5 | |
| 18 |  Smule | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 19 |  Spreaker | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 20 |  Spotify for Creators | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.6/5 |
Top 10 StarMaker alternatives in detail
2. Hubhopper
Hubhopper · New Delhi · Audio, podcast & music tools · 4.6/5
Podcast hosting built in Delhi.
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with StarMaker
- Built in India (New Delhi)
Free plan
Free plan available
Free plan
Free plan available
Free plan
Free plan available
Free plan
Free plan available
7. RedCircle
RedCircle · San Francisco · Audio, podcast & music tools · 4.4/5
Podcast hosting and monetisation.
Free plan
Free plan available
Free plan
Free plan available
Free plan
Free plan available
Free plan
Free plan available
StarMaker alternatives by what you need
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Indian alternatives to StarMaker
How to choose a StarMaker alternative
- Podcasters need hosting plus an editor; a bundled tool saves time.
- Check AI voice quality in Indian languages if you localise.
- Musicians should choose a DAW by workflow, not price.
StarMaker alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to StarMaker in 2026?+
The closest matches to StarMaker on App Advisor are Pocket FM (Free plan), Hubhopper (Free plan), Soundtrap (Free plan). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match StarMaker, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to StarMaker?+
Yes. 19 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: Pocket FM (Free plan), Hubhopper (Free plan), Soundtrap (Free plan). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
What is the cheapest alternative to StarMaker?+
Among alternatives that publish a price, Kuku FM starts lowest at ₹100/mo. Pocket FM also has a free plan. Prices are read from each vendor's website and exclude GST.
Is there an Indian alternative to StarMaker?+
Yes. 3 alternatives are built in India, including Pocket FM (Free plan), Hubhopper (Free plan), Kuku FM (₹100/mo). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
StarMaker vs Pocket FM: which is better?+
Pocket FM is the closest match to StarMaker in our catalogue. Key differences: Built in India (Bengaluru). Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these StarMaker alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in audio, podcast & music tools or a category StarMaker also covers, and StarMaker's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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