/blog/compare/<slug-a>-vs-<slug-b>
(e.g. /blog/compare/distrokid-vs-tunecore).
Last updated 01/21/2026
| Feature | Cd Baby | United Masters |
|---|---|---|
| AI Licensing | No | No |
| Artificial Streaming | Yes - $10 per track | Yes - $10 per track |
| Beatport | No | No |
| Classical | Yes | No |
| Content ID | 30% of Royalties | Yes +$4.99 per release |
| Copyright Infringement | Appeal | Zero-tolerance: Removal + Ban |
| Custom Label Name | Yes | Yes |
| Customer Support | Email- General | Email- GeneralNo dedicated customer support rep |
| Dolby Atmos | No | Debut+: No Select: Yes |
| Exclusivity | No | ⚠️ Yes |
| KYC | No | No |
| Music Fights Fraud Member | Yes | Yes |
| Music stays Live | Yes | No - Removed from all stores |
| Music Videos | No | No |
| New Stores | Yes - Included | Doesn't specify |
| Payment Threshold | Yes - $10 | No |
| Pre-Orders | Yes | No |
| Price | None | Debut+: $19.99 Select: $59.99 Partner: By Invitation |
| Price per Release | $10 - Single/$15 - Album | None |
| Primary Artists | Free | Each artist needs their own subscription |
| Rating | 4.8/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Revenue Share | Keep 91% | Keep 100% |
| Stores | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Tax Treaty | Yes - Subject to 30% Tax | Yes - Subject to 30% Tax For countries without US Tax Treaties |
| Transaction Fees | ACH: Free (US) | Paypal: 2% Uncapped | ACH US: $1| Non-US: $4 |