/blog/compare/<slug-a>-vs-<slug-b>
(e.g. /blog/compare/distrokid-vs-tunecore).
Last updated 01/21/2026
| Feature | Emubands | Tunecore |
|---|---|---|
| AI Licensing | No | Yes - Invite Only - Individualized terms |
| Artificial Streaming | 3 Strikes - $10 per track + Ban | Yes - $10 per track |
| Beatport | Yes | Yes - $7.99/Month |
| Classical | Yes | No |
| Content ID | Yes - Varies by plan. | 20% of Royalties |
| Copyright Infringement | Appeal | Zero-tolerance: Removal + Ban |
| Custom Label Name | Yes - Varies by plan. | Yes - Varies by plan. |
| Customer Support | Basic: Email- General Pro: Live chat, Video call, & Phone | Email- General |
| Dolby Atmos | No | Yes + $16.99 per track |
| Exclusivity | No | No |
| KYC | No | Yes |
| Music Fights Fraud Member | No | Yes |
| Music stays Live | Yes | No - Removed from all stores |
| Music Videos | No | No |
| New Stores | Yes | Yes - varies by plan. |
| Payment Threshold | No | No |
| Pre-Orders | Yes | Yes +$15 (Exclusive to iTunes) |
| Price | From $0 - $60 Varies by plan | From $22.99 - $49.99: Varies by plan. |
| Price per Release | $12.50 per Single | $25 per Album or EP | None |
| Primary Artists | Unclear | $14.99 Per Artist |
| Rating | 4.8/5 | 4.8/5 |
| Revenue Share | Keep 100% | Keep 100% |
| Stores | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Tax Treaty | No - Not Subject to 30% Tax | Yes - Subject to 30% Tax |
| Transaction Fees | 2.9% Uncapped for PayPal | $0.25 Cap |
| UPC Codes | Included + Bring your own | Yes - Professional Plan Exclusive |