Bandcamp has been the go-to place for independent artists to sell music directly to fans. TuneFreq was built to offer lower fees, the same ownership and quality, and a commitment to never be sold. If you're considering where to host your catalog or where to buy music, here's how we stack up.
TuneFreq: You keep 95% of the purchase price. We take 5%. On your first $5,000 in revenue, we take 0% (launch incentive). Payment processing (Stripe) is separate—typically around 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction.
Bandcamp: Artists keep approximately 82–85% after Bandcamp's share and payment processing (Bandcamp takes 15% on digital, 10% on merch; payment processing on top).
On a $10 sale: On TuneFreq you'd keep roughly $9.45 after our 5% and Stripe. On Bandcamp (digital) you'd keep roughly $8.20–$8.50 after their cut and payment processing. The gap widens on larger sales and with our first $5k at 0%.
| Feature | TuneFreq | Bandcamp |
|---|---|---|
| Platform fee (digital) | 5% (0% first $5k) | ~15% |
| Bulk upload | Yes | Yes |
| Community radio / discovery | 24/7 human-curated radio | Discovery feed |
| Artist control (design / style) | Yes | Limited |
| Physical + digital equal | Yes | Yes |
| Stories / liner notes first-class | Yes | Yes |
| Exit strategy | None—built to last | Acquired by Epic (2022) |
For step-by-step help, see our Help Center and For Artists page.
