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RouteNote vs Soundstripe
RouteNote and Soundstripe are both music distribution platforms. Fees — RouteNote: Free: 85/15 split, Premium keep 100%. Soundstripe: Exclusive contributor deals, revenue share.
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Key differences
- Fees — RouteNote: Free: 85/15 split, Premium keep 100%. Soundstripe: Exclusive contributor deals, revenue share.
- Soundstripe screens providers before they can join, while RouteNote is open to anyone.
- RouteNote is the older platform — founded in 2007, 8 years before Soundstripe (2015).
- RouteNote is based in United Kingdom, Soundstripe in United States.
Which should you choose?
Choose RouteNote if…
- You are just starting out and want to sign up without a screening.
- You prefer a long track record (since 2007).
Choose Soundstripe if…
- You are an experienced professional ready to pass a screening.
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RouteNote
A UK distributor with a genuinely free tier - upload at no cost and keep 85% of royalties, or upgrade to keep…
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Soundstripe
A royalty-free music platform that licenses tracks from contributing artists.
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| Type | Music distribution like DistroKid | Music distribution like DistroKid |
| Category | Audio & Voice | Audio & Voice |
| Vetted | No | Yes |
| Work from home | Yes | Yes |
| Fees | Free: 85/15 split, Premium keep 100% | Exclusive contributor deals, revenue share |
| Withdraw via | PayPal, Bank transfer | — |
| Availability | Worldwide | United States |
| Founded | 2007 | 2015 |
| Headquarters | Truro, United Kingdom | Nashville, United States |
| Popularity | 43 views · 0 likes | 46 views · 0 likes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, RouteNote or Soundstripe?
RouteNote: Free: 85/15 split, Premium keep 100%. Soundstripe: Exclusive contributor deals, revenue share.
Where are RouteNote and Soundstripe available?
RouteNote: Worldwide. Soundstripe: United States.
Which is easier to join, RouteNote or Soundstripe?
RouteNote — anyone can sign up, while Soundstripe screens providers before accepting them.