DistroKid vs AIRadio Network
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/
AIRadio Network
Discover independent music from global artists through curated channels and personalized recommendations. Create and share playlists, watch music videos, and connect with a community of music lovers. Offers flexible plans for listeners and artists.
- Curated genre-based radio channels
- Personal playlist creation and collaboration
- Music video playback
- Artist profiles and following
- Social feed and community engagement
- Smart music recommendations
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AIRadio is the ultimate music streaming platform built for discovering fresh, independent music from talented artists around the world. STREAM CURATED CHANNELS Tune into expertly curated radio channels spanning Pop, Hip Hop, R&B, EDM, Country, Rock, Indie/Alternative, Afro Beats, Neo Soul, Gospel, Smooth Jazz, Blues, Latin, and Wellness. Each channel delivers a handpicked listening experience. CREATE & SHARE PLAYLISTS Build your own playlists, invite collaborators, and share your music taste with friends. Add comments and discover what others are listening to. DISCOVER NEW ARTISTS Explore artist profiles, follow your favorites, and stay updated on new releases through your personalized feed. Our smart recommendations help you find music you'll love. MUSIC VIDEOS Watch music video premieres and artist spotlights directly in the app with our integrated video player. SOCIAL FEATURES Follow other listeners, see what's trending, and engage with a community of music lovers. Like tracks, leave comments, and build your music network. FLEXIBLE PLANS Start free and upgrade to Basic, Premium, or Artist plans for enhanced features. Artists can upload and manage their own music directly from the app. KEY FEATURES: • 14+ genre-based radio channels • Curated and editorial playlists • Personal playlist creation & collaboration • Music video playback • Artist profiles & following • Social feed & activity tracking • Listening history & favorites • Smart recommendations • Shuffle & queue management • Beautiful dark-themed interface
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: DistroKid at 27K against AIRadio Network's 6. DistroKid also leads on chart position (#19 vs unranked). On price, rating, 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 AIRadio Network sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for DistroKid against 5.0 for AIRadio Network. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DistroKid has 27K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.
| Parameter | DistroKid | AIRadio Network |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (27K ratings) | 5.0 (6 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 64.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 27K — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #19 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 106 MB | 189 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | DistroKid Holdings, LLC | Bryan Dobbs |
Customer experience
DistroKid
AIRadio Network
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
AIRadio Network
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
AIRadio Network
- Basic Monthly$2.991 Month
- Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
- Artist Annually$9.991 Month
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- Basic Annually$24.001 Year
- Premium Annually$48.001 Year
- Artist Annually$96.001 Year
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