Total Indie vs Eclipse Direct
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Total Indie
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Offering a vast array of services tailored to your music business needs, without stretching your budget - including a music store, distribution, events, ticketing, audio enhancement, promotion, networking, merchandise, equipment store, and beyond. What sets us apart? Your membership investment is channeled straight back into YOU and the wider music community, sparking change and forging opportunities you’ve been dreaming of.
Eclipse Direct
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Eclipse Direct is the ultimate direct-to-fan platform built for artists, creators, and their communities. Share exclusive content, connect with supporters, monetize your audience, and build lasting relationships beyond social media algorithms. Whether you're an independent artist, producer, band, podcaster, or creator, Eclipse Direct gives you the tools to grow your brand and engage your audience from one powerful platform. For Artists & Creators • Create a customizable profile • Share music, videos, photos, and updates • Build subscriber-only communities • Offer exclusive content and early access releases • Sell digital products, music, and merchandise • Launch fan memberships and subscription tiers • Host livestreams and virtual experiences • Connect directly with supporters through messaging • Share album booklets, behind-the-scenes content, and unreleased material • Build and own your audience relationship For Fans • Discover and follow your favorite artists • Access exclusive content and experiences • Join fan communities • Unlock subscriber-only releases and updates • Purchase music, merchandise, and digital products directly from creators • Receive early access to new music and announcements • Connect more closely with the artists you support Why Eclipse Direct? Social media platforms own the audience. Eclipse Direct puts artists back in control by providing a dedicated space to build meaningful fan relationships, create recurring revenue, and grow sustainable careers. No gatekeepers. No algorithms standing between artists and fans. Own Your Music. Connect Directly.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Total Indie at none against Eclipse Direct's 10. Total Indie also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Eclipse Direct sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Total Indie asks for nothing beyond the download.
Total Indie ships an update every 3 weeks, Eclipse Direct every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Total Indie | Eclipse Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 11 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 79 MB | 46 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Total Indie | Brian Whittaker |
In-app purchases
Total Indie
No in-app purchases
Eclipse Direct
- Artist Pass (1 Month)$3.99
- Artist Tip$4.99
- Artist Pass (1 Month)$5.99
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- Artist Tip$9.99
- Artist Pass (1 Month)$11.99
- Artist Pass (1 Month)$17.99
- Artist Tip$19.99
- Artist Pass (1 Month)$28.99
- Artist Tip$49.99
- Artist Tip$99.99
Questions
Is Total Indie free?
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Do Total Indie or Eclipse Direct have ads?
Which is updated more often, Total Indie or Eclipse Direct?
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