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CD Baby vs UnitedMasters
CD Baby and UnitedMasters are both music distribution platforms. Fees — CD Baby: $9.99/single one-time + 9% of revenue. UnitedMasters: Free: 90/10 split, paid tiers keep 100%.
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Key differences
- Fees — CD Baby: $9.99/single one-time + 9% of revenue. UnitedMasters: Free: 90/10 split, paid tiers keep 100%.
- Both pay out via Bank transfer. Only CD Baby offers PayPal.
- CD Baby is the older platform — founded in 1998, 19 years before UnitedMasters (2017).
Which should you choose?
Choose CD Baby if…
- You want to withdraw via PayPal.
- You prefer a long track record (since 1998).
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CD Baby
A veteran independent distributor with no annual fees - pay once per release and CD Baby keeps a 9% commission…
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UnitedMasters
A distribution and brand-deal platform for independent artists - free tier takes 10% of royalties, and the net…
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| Type | Music distribution like DistroKid | Music distribution like DistroKid |
| Category | Audio & Voice | Audio & Voice |
| Vetted | No | No |
| Work from home | Yes | Yes |
| Fees | $9.99/single one-time + 9% of revenue | Free: 90/10 split, paid tiers keep 100% |
| Withdraw via | Bank transfer, PayPal | Bank transfer |
| Availability | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Founded | 1998 | 2017 |
| Headquarters | Portland, United States | New York, United States |
| Popularity | 46 views · 0 likes | 45 views · 0 likes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, CD Baby or UnitedMasters?
CD Baby: $9.99/single one-time + 9% of revenue. UnitedMasters: Free: 90/10 split, paid tiers keep 100%.
Where are CD Baby and UnitedMasters available?
CD Baby: Worldwide. UnitedMasters: Worldwide.