Autohype vs Ditto Music — promotion by real people vs distribution
Ditto Music handles distribution, publishing, and some label services. Autohype is where verified creators, curators, DJs and bloggers promote the music Ditto already put on the platforms. They're complementary — here's how both fit into an indie artist's stack.
What is Ditto Music?
Ditto Music is a UK-based music distribution and label services company. They distribute music to 200+ DSPs, handle publishing royalty collection, and offer label services (marketing consultation, PR) through their premium tiers. Pricing: £19–£29/year for distribution, with label services packages above that.
Side-by-side comparison
| 🎵 Autohype | Ditto Music | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary function | Marketplace of promotion services, bought order by order | Music distribution + optional label services |
| Cost | From $10 per order — you pay only for what you book | £19–29/year for distribution; label services vary |
| Promotion | Active — a real person does defined promotional work for your track | Limited — distribution-focused; label tier includes some PR |
| Label services | No | Yes — marketing consultancy, PR, playlist pitching on premium tiers |
| Royalty collection | No | Yes — streaming + publishing royalties, 0% commission |
| TikTok Sound | Active — creators post to their own audiences using your sound | Passive — makes music available as TikTok Sound |
| Artist dashboard | Order center to follow each order and message the seller | Streaming royalty analytics across DSPs |
| Cost to try | Browsing and comparing sellers is free — you only pay when you order | No free trial |
Information verified June 2026. Competitor pricing and features may change, check their official site for current details.
Autohype may not be right for you if…
- You want guaranteed streams, followers or virality — no Autohype seller guarantees results, only real promotional work with a defined deliverable.
- You're looking for label deals, radio plugging or A&R introductions — Autohype sells promotion services, not industry access.
- You want a fully managed, hands-off campaign — on a marketplace, you choose the sellers and place the orders yourself.
- You haven't distributed your music yet — you need a distributor (DistroKid, TuneCore, etc.) so listeners can find your track before promoting it.
Which is right for you?
Artists who have their distribution sorted and want real people — creators, curators, DJs, bloggers — pushing the release, one order at a time.
Explore the marketplace →UK and European artists who want affordable distribution with 0% commission and optional professional label services for major releases.
Find the right promotion service
Compare real sellers, clear deliverables, prices and delivery times before you order.
Browse services →Frequently asked questions
Is Ditto Music's label tier worth it as a promotion tool?
Ditto's label services (PR, playlist pitching) can add value for artists at certain stages, but they come bundled into a tier. On Autohype you see the exact deliverable, its price and its delivery window before committing, and you can start from a single $10 order instead of buying a package.
Can I use Ditto for distribution and Autohype for promotion?
Yes — this is the recommended stack. Distribute via Ditto (or DistroKid, TuneCore, LANDR) and use Autohype on top to hire the people who promote it. Distribution gets you on the platforms; Autohype orders drive listeners to them.
Does Ditto own my music?
No — Ditto is non-exclusive. You retain full ownership of your music and can leave at any time. Same with Autohype — both are tools you use, not deals you sign.
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