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NotaDist vs RouteNote
Both stand on music distribution platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
Pick NotaDist if you need web-based distribution for an independent artist project or record label, with plans that include unlimited tracks and all stores. The free plan covers one artist and 80% royalties; artists who need capacity for up to three artists or a 92% royalty share can consider PRO at $29.99 a year. Promotion services cost extra.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
RouteNote combines store and territory selection with free and paid distribution options. Review the revenue share or renewal terms that apply to a release before choosing a plan.
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| NotaDist | RouteNote | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | PRO: $29.99 a year | Licensing Creator Plus: $7.99 a month |
| Plans published | 3 | 15 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | notadist.com | routenote.com |
| On music distribution platforms | #9 of 31 | #5 of 31 |
NotaDist: what it does well
- Distributes to Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, YouTube Music, and Deezer.
- FREE includes unlimited tracks and all stores.
- PRO supports up to three artists and unlimited tracks.
- Artists retain music rights under a non-exclusive agreement.
- Payouts are monthly.
What to know first
- FREE covers one artist and pays 80% royalties.
- Promotion services carry additional charges.
- Artists must own or have permission for distributed music.
RouteNote: what it does well
- Partners with more than 50 digital platforms.
- Users choose stores, pricing tiers and countries.
- Supports YouTube Content ID monetization.
- Mobile app displays earnings and statistics.
- Offers monthly payouts.
What to know first
- Free-plan revenue share is 15%.
- Premium releases have annual renewal fees.
- Store publication can take up to 28 days.
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