DistroVibe
vs
CD Baby

CD Baby's model was built for CDs and takes a commission on every release. DistroVibe's flat monthly subscription and 100% royalty guarantee make more sense for artists releasing regularly in the streaming era.

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Feature
DistroVibe
CD Baby
Entry & Pricing
From $1.99/month
$9.99 per single/album
Hidden Fees
Zero
Pay-per-release fees
Royalties
100% (Every Plan)
91% (8-9% commission)
Delivery Model
Direct Digital Pipeline
Standard Aggregation
Store Reach
450+ Digital Partners
~150 Platforms
Support Type
Direct Artist Support
Standard Customer Support
YouTube Rights
Included (Standard)
Opt-in Commissioned

Why Switch?

  • 100% royalties versus CD Baby's per-release commission.

  • Subscription pricing means no per-release fee as your catalog grows.

  • Modern direct-to-digital delivery built for the streaming era.

Full Transparency.

Being honest about our model and where we might not be the fit for everyone.

  • Longest-running physical distribution network in the industry with massive retail history.

  • A 'pay-once, stay-up-forever' model without recurring annual subscription anxiety.

  • Legacy integration with independent physical retail bins worldwide.

Built For Regular Releases.

No Per-Release Fee

CD Baby charges roughly $9.99 per single or album on top of an 8-9% royalty commission. DistroVibe's flat monthly subscription covers unlimited releases.

100% Royalties

No commission on your streaming revenue, on any DistroVibe plan — versus CD Baby's ~91% payout after its cut.