RouteNote Free vs Premium pricing – which distribution plan is right for you?
Compare RouteNote’s Free and Premium music distribution plans, understand the pricing differences and find out which option best suits your music.
At RouteNote, we offer two music distribution plans designed to support artists and labels at every stage of their journey. Whether you’re releasing your first single or managing an established catalogue, you can choose the option that works best for your goals.
Both plans distribute your music to the same stores, include the same features and let you keep full ownership of your rights. The main difference is how you pay for distribution and how your streaming and download revenue is shared.
Once you’ve picked the model for you, you aren’t locked into that decision. Changing between tiers as your music grows is as easy as flicking a switch.
Compare RouteNote Free and Premium plans
| Feature | Free | Premium |
| Upfront cost | Free | One-off fee per release |
| Annual renewal | None | $9.99 per release after the first year |
| Streaming and download revenue | Same | Same |
| Stores and streaming services | Same | Same |
| Content recognition | Same | Same |
| Analytics and reporting | Same | Same |
| PUSH.fm marketing tools | Same | Same |
| Rights ownership | You keep 100% | You keep 100% |
Not sure which plan to choose?
If you’re releasing music for the first time or growing your audience, Free is a great place to start with no upfront costs. If your release is already generating consistent streaming and download revenue, Premium lets you keep 100% of that revenue in exchange for an upfront distribution fee. You can switch eligible releases between plans later if your needs change.
How to choose between RouteNote Free and Premium
Both plans offer the same global distribution, features and tools. Choosing between them comes down to how you’d prefer to pay for distribution.
Free is a good choice if you:
- are releasing your first music
- are building your audience
- want to avoid upfront costs
- would rather share a percentage of future streaming and download revenue than pay in advance
- want to see how a release performs before investing in it
Premium is a good choice if you:
- already have an established audience
- consistently earn streaming and download revenue
- want to keep 100% of your streaming and download revenue
- are confident your release will generate enough revenue to justify the upfront cost
Many artists start with Free while they’re building momentum, then move successful releases to Premium as their audience grows. Because you can switch eligible releases between plans, you’re free to adapt as your music career develops.
RouteNote Free music distribution
RouteNote Free lets you distribute your music worldwide with no upfront or annual distribution fees. Instead, you keep 85% of the streaming and download revenue generated by your release.
For many independent artists, it’s the simplest way to get music onto major streaming services without making an initial investment. Whether you’re releasing your debut single or experimenting with new music, Free removes the financial barrier to reaching listeners around the world.
RouteNote Premium music distribution
RouteNote Premium is designed for artists and labels who want to keep 100% of the streaming and download revenue generated by their release. Instead of sharing a percentage of your revenue, you pay a one-off distribution fee followed by a small annual renewal fee after the first year.
When does Premium make sense?
Premium is often the best option for artists whose releases are already generating consistent streaming and download revenue, or who expect a release to perform strongly from launch. Paying an upfront fee can be more cost-effective over time if you want to retain all of your eligible streaming and download revenue.
If you’re still growing your audience or you’re unsure how a release will perform, Free offers a lower-risk way to distribute your music. As your catalogue grows, you can seamlessly upgrade releases to Premium later.
RouteNote Premium pricing
- Singles (1 track): $10
- EPs (2-6 tracks): $20
- Albums (7-18 tracks): $30
- Extended Album (19+ tracks): $45
After your first year, RouteNote Premium is just $9.99 annually per release to renew.
Both plans include
No matter which option you choose, you’ll receive the same distribution tools and features, including:
- Distribution to Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, Deezer, TIDAL and many more.
- Free ISRCs and UPCs generated for every release.
- Lossless audio uploads.
- YouTube Content ID and social media content recognition, where eligible.
- Detailed streaming, download and revenue reporting.
- PUSH.fm marketing tools including Smart Links, Pre-saves and Reward Links.
- The same dedicated moderation and support.
- Full ownership of your music and rights.
- The flexibility to switch eligible releases between Free and Premium.
Frequently asked questions
Can I switch from Free to Premium later?
Yes. Eligible releases can be moved between Free and Premium, so you’re not locked into your original choice.
Does Free distribute to the same stores as Premium?
Yes. Both plans distribute to the same streaming services and digital music stores.
Does Premium get faster moderation?
No. Both Free and Premium releases go through the same moderation process.
Do I keep ownership of my music?
Yes. You always retain 100% ownership of your music and rights, regardless of which plan you choose.
Start distributing your music today
Whether you’re releasing your first track or managing an established catalogue, RouteNote gives you the flexibility to choose the distribution model that works for you. Start with Free or choose Premium from day one,the choice is yours, and you can always switch eligible releases later as your career grows.