Dec '25 • Discussion
Not Sure on what distributor to use??
🥇 DistroKid (Easiest Overall)
If you want something that just works without headaches, DistroKid is usually the go-to. It’s perfect if you’re new or you don’t want to spend hours figuring things out.
Why it feels so easy:
- You can upload a song in about 5–10 minutes
- The dashboard is clean and not overwhelming
- You get unlimited uploads for one flat yearly price
- Your music gets to Spotify, Apple Music, TikTok, IG, and more fast
- No confusing approval process or extra hoops to jump through
The only downside:
You do pay yearly to keep your music live—but honestly, most artists are fine with that.
👉 If you want true plug-and-play, this is the #1 choice.
🥈 UnitedMasters (Best Free Option)
If you’re starting out and don’t want to spend money yet, UnitedMasters is a solid option.
Why people like it:
- You can start for free
- Very beginner-friendly
- The platform looks clean and modern
- Easy to split payments with collaborators
- Especially popular with hip-hop, R&B, and indie artists
The trade-off:
They take a percentage of your earnings unless you upgrade.
🥉 TuneCore
TuneCore is still easy to use, but it feels a little more business-focused.
Pros:
- Very reliable and industry-trusted
- Strong analytics and reporting
- They don’t take a cut of your revenue
Cons:
- You usually pay per release (or for a higher subscription)
- A few more steps compared to DistroKid
Quick, No-Thinking Recommendation
- Want the easiest and fastest? → DistroKid
- Want free and simple? → UnitedMasters
- Want detailed and industry-trusted? → TuneCore
If you want a more personalized answer, tell me:
- 🎵 Are you a solo artist or running a label?
- 🤖 Is this human music or AI music?
- 📈 Are you just releasing songs or trying to grow fast?
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