Comparison
LightSound vs iMusician (IDM):
which distributor should you choose?
Two European platforms head-to-head. Let's see who offers more to independent artists.
LightSound vs iMusician comparison table
| Aspect | LightSound | iMusician (IDM) |
|---|---|---|
| Royalties | 100% always, zero commission | 100% on premium plan, commission on basic plans |
| Price | From €3.74/month all-inclusive | Free plan with 15% commission, premium from €14.99/year |
| Support | Human, free, multilingual | Email, English/German |
| AI Copilot | Included (cover, pitch, editorial plan) | Not available |
| Automatic splits | LightBank with Stripe payouts | Manual splits |
| DDEX migration | Included and free | Not declared |
| Free trial | 3 months free | Free plan with 15% commission |
Our verdict
iMusician offers a free plan, but it takes a 15% commission on royalties. LightSound never keeps a commission: 100% is yours. Plus, LightSound includes AI Copilot, LightBank for automatic splits and free human support - three decisive advantages for independent artists.
100% royalties from day one.
No commissions, no compromises. Try LightSound.
3 months free · zero commission · cancel anytime