Audio storytelling that

holds your visitor attention.

After 18 years in the industry, one thing our client data has taught us: Dedicated audio guide devices consistently outperform mobile-only solutions.

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Technology Built for Museums, Exhibitions, Heritage Sites & Brand Experiences.

Flexible audio tour technology designed to deliver richer visitor engagement across every location

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BYOD vs

Audio Guide Device.

Compare bring-your-own-device experiences with dedicated audio guide hardware to choose the best fit for your visitors, budget, and venue needs.

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to all our clients.

Launch your audio tour in 4–6 weeks with ready-to-use guides and actionable visitor insights, everything you need to get started quickly and seamlessly. Download our product tech info, and discover how we make it happen.

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Built for the best experience

Why the Podcatcher Pro beats mobile-based guides

Guide-ID creates immersive audio storytelling experiences that keep visitors engaged and focused. While mobile solutions often bring distractions, technical limitations, and accessibility challenges, our dedicated audio guide devices deliver seamless, screen-free experiences for every visitor. Backed by 18 years of industry expertise and trusted worldwide, Guide-ID helps museums and cultural venues increase engagement, simplify operations, and create more memorable visits.

Podcatcher Pro
Mobile-based guides
Download required
Device compatibility issues
Visitor onboarding needed
Screen distraction Screen-free
Adaptable for all ages

Podcatcher Pro.

More than an Audio Device.

10+ Battery Hours

40+ Languages

Hi-Fi Audio

Bluetooth

Platform.

All-in-one Management.

Script Translations

AI-Powered

20+ Voices to Choose

Script Adaptation

Trusted by 310+ Museums

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Guide-ID Business Manager of Belgium, France and Scandinavia, Isabel Lowyck.
Guide-ID Business Manager of Belgium, France and Scandinavia, Isabel Lowyck.
Guide-ID Business Manager of Belgium, France and the Netherlands, Emanuela Kontent.
Guide-ID Business Manager of Belgium, France and the Netherlands, Emanuela Kontent.

Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ

  • What is the Podcatcher and how does it work?

    The Podcatcher Pro is a handheld, audio-only guide device designed for museums, galleries, zoos, historical sites and more. 


    Visitors simply “point & listen,” or their audio triggers automatically when entering a zone (via beacon, infrared, Bluetooth or UWB). No screen, no app needed. 

  • What triggering methods does Podcatcher support?

    It supports multiple triggering options: manual beacon scan (Bluetooth), pointing with infrared, or automated triggering via UWB and zone detection. This flexibility makes it suitable for exhibitions, indoor/outdoor tours, or visitor-flow management. 

  • Can I run group tours with Podcatcher?

    A: Yes — the device has a group-tour mode. You (or a guide) can stream narration to all devices in a group, so visitors hear the same story simultaneously without disturbing others. 

  • Does it support multiple languages / international visitors?

    Yes — the system supports multilingual audio (40+ languages”), and because it’s device-based (not app-based), you avoid compatibility barriers for visitors without smartphones or data.

  • Can we monitor visitor behaviour and gather analytics?

    Yes. With the Podcatcher you get access to our platform. Here, institutions can track routes — where visitors go, how long they stop, which content they consume — giving actionable insights to improve exhibitions and visitor engagement 

  • What is involved if we want to update or change the audio tour content?

    Tour content can be managed online via the Platform. With its AI-powered tools, you can create or update multilingual audio tours and deploy them quickly — ideal for temporary exhibitions, special events, or seasonal changes.

  • Is Podcatcher suitable for outdoor use (e.g., gardens, historical sites, zoos)?

    Yes — thanks to flexible triggering (UWB or beacon-based) and durable hardware, the system works for both indoor and outdoor environments, making it useful for zoos, botanical gardens, heritage tours, parks or open-air exhibits 

  • Is using an audio-only audio guide better than a smartphone app-based audio tour?

    Yes — because the Podcatcher provides a simple, screen-free, device-independent experience. No installing apps, no compatibility issues. It ensures all visitors (regardless of age or device ownership) have equal access and maintains focus on the exhibits rather than phones.