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DistroKid vs Symphonic

DistroKid and Symphonic are both music distribution platforms. Fees — DistroKid: Keep 100% royalties, subscription from $22.99/yr. Symphonic: Starter $19.99/yr keep 100%, Partner 15%.

Updated · from each platform’s published fees and payout terms · how we verify

Key differences

  • Fees — DistroKid: Keep 100% royalties, subscription from $22.99/yr. Symphonic: Starter $19.99/yr keep 100%, Partner 15%.
  • Both pay out via Bank transfer and PayPal.
  • Symphonic is the older platform — founded in 2006, 7 years before DistroKid (2013).

Which should you choose?

Choose Symphonic if…

  • You prefer a long track record (since 2006).

Side by side

DistroKid The most popular indie music distributor - unlimited releases for about 20 dollars a year, and artists keep 10… Visit Symphonic A distribution company serving independent artists and labels, with royalty splitting, sync licensing, and mar… Visit
Type Music distribution like DistroKid Music distribution like DistroKid
Category Audio & Voice Audio & Voice
Vetted No No
Work from home Yes Yes
Fees Keep 100% royalties, subscription from $22.99/yr Starter $19.99/yr keep 100%, Partner 15%
Withdraw via Bank transfer, PayPal Bank transfer, PayPal
Availability Worldwide Worldwide
Founded 2013 2006
Headquarters New York, United States Tampa, United States
Popularity 42 views · 0 likes 39 views · 0 likes

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, DistroKid or Symphonic?

DistroKid: Keep 100% royalties, subscription from $22.99/yr. Symphonic: Starter $19.99/yr keep 100%, Partner 15%.

Where are DistroKid and Symphonic available?

DistroKid: Worldwide. Symphonic: Worldwide.

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