TuneFreq vs Deezer
Sell and own vs stream-only. Artist revenue, listener ownership.
Section 01
Deezer is a streaming service; TuneFreq is a marketplace where artists sell and fans own. If you're an artist looking to earn from sales as well as streams, or a listener who wants to own music and support artists directly, here's how we compare.
Section 02
TuneFreq: You keep 95% of every sale. We take 5%. On your first $5,000 in revenue, we take 0% (launch incentive). Payment processing is separate—typically around 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction. Fans buy once and own the music forever.
Deezer: Artists are paid per stream—rates vary by region and deal, typically in a similar range to other major streamers (on the order of a fraction of a cent per play). There is no direct sale; listeners subscribe. No ownership for the listener.
Why both? Use Deezer for reach and discovery. Use TuneFreq to sell downloads and physicals to fans who want to own. Many artists do both.
Section 03
| Feature | TuneFreq | Deezer |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership (listener) | Yes—buy once, keep forever | No—streaming only, no ownership |
| Revenue model (artist) | Per sale: you keep 95% (0% first $5k) | Per stream; rates vary by region |
| Audio quality | FLAC, WAV, MP3 320—your choice | Compressed streaming (HiFi tier available) |
| Listener cost | One-time purchase or free demo | Subscription |
| Direct artist support | Yes—fans buy from you, leave notes | No—revenue flows via licensing |
| Discovery | Community radio, stories, liner notes | Curated playlists, Flow, search |
Section 04
Adding TuneFreq alongside Deezer gives you a place to sell. You don't migrate from Deezer—you add TuneFreq as a storefront. Fans who want to own your music can buy here. Sign up as an artist, upload your music (bulk upload supported), set your prices, and share your artist page. See For Artists and Compare for more.