DistroKid vs WavWork
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DistroKid
This app allows independent artists to distribute their music to over 150 streaming platforms. It offers unlimited uploads, keeps 100% of artist earnings, and provides tools for promotion and earnings management.
- Unlimited music uploads
- 100% earnings retention
- Access to artist accounts
- Create promo cards
- Earnings notifications and withdrawals
- Streaming stats on the go
- Edit releases anytime
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DistroKid is the easiest way to get your music on 150+ streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, TikTok, YouTube Music & more. Keep 100% of your earnings and upload as many songs as you want. Over 4 million independent artists worldwide trust DistroKid as their music distribution service. Features: · Enjoy easy, fast, unlimited uploads right from the app · Keep 100% of your earnings · Access your official artist accounts including Spotify for Artists, TikTok Artist Account, YouTube, and more · Create Promo Cards to share your release on socials · Get push notifications when you have earnings to claim and withdraw them seamlessly · Check your streaming stats on the go · Edit your releases anytime Log in with your existing DistroKid account or sign up to share your music with the world. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
WavWork
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WavWork is the ultimate digital music marketplace designed for creators and clients to connect seamlessly. Whether you're a songwriter, music producer, or vocalist, WavWork provides a platform to showcase your skills and offer your services. For clients, it's the perfect place to hire top-tier talent for your music projects, ensuring high-quality results. Elevate your music and discover the power of collaboration with WavWork! - Terms of Service: https://www.wavworkapp.com/terms/ - Privacy Policy: https://www.wavworkapp.com/privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: WavWork at every 5 days against DistroKid's every 5 weeks. DistroKid's advantage is chart position (#18 vs unranked) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. DistroKid sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per year and WavWork sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
DistroKid ships an update every 5 weeks, WavWork every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DistroKid | WavWork |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (27K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 64.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 27K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #18 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 106 MB | 107 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | DistroKid Holdings, LLC | WavWork, LLC |
Bugs and requests
DistroKid
Reported bugs
4 issues- Subscription plan issues
- Inability to log in or access account
- Incorrect file uploads
- Unresponsive customer support
Requested features
6 requests- Add draft option for uploads
- Expand genre options
- Improve credit management during uploads
- Reevaluate pricing structure
- Integrate music video distribution
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- Provide more detailed earnings reports
WavWork
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
DistroKid
- Musician Plan$24.991 Year
- Musician Plus$44.991 Year
- Ultimate - 5$89.991 Year
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- Ultimate - 10$157.991 Year
- Ultimate - 20$269.991 Year
WavWork
- Pro Monthly1 Month trial$19.991 Month
