COMPARISON
Side Door vs other streaming platforms
We spoke with artists around the world and put together a guide of features and pricing based on their feedback. If you have any questions or want clarification on anything, please contact us!
Pricing, Usage, and Estimated Payout on $1,000 Gross Revenue (Tax Inclusive)
No up front fees. Unlimited shows. $856 payout, tech support before and customer support during show. Royalties to Performing Rights Organizations (ASCAP / BMI / SOCAN, etc.) paid out automatically.
No up front fees. Unlimited shows. $841 payout, no support.
Monthly fee ($129). Limited shows. $901 payout, no support.
No up front fees. Limited shows. $700 payout, no support.
No up front fees. Unlimited shows. $0 payout, no support.
Monthly fee ($20) Unlimited shows. $941 payout, no support during show.
No up front fees. Unlimited shows. $0 payout, no support.
No up front fees. Unlimited shows. $500 payout, no support.
Streaming Experience
Interactive (you can see the audience) via Zoom. Unique app integration with completely secure paywall ticketing.
Ticketing only. 3rd party streaming links via email. Not secure.
Broadcast (you can’t see the audience). Secure paywall ticketing.
Broadcast (you can’t see the audience). Secure paywall ticketing.
Broadcast (you can’t see the audience). No ticketing.
Ticketing only. 3rd party streaming links via email. Not secure.
Broadcast (you can’t see the audience). No ticketing. Not secure.
Broadcast (you can’t see the audience). No ticketing. Not secure.
Collaboration & Networking
Has a marketplace of artists, curators, and venues to plan shows with. Payout automatically split.
No marketplace or payout splitting.
No marketplace or payout splitting.
No marketplace or payout splitting.
No marketplace or payout splitting.
No marketplace or payout splitting.
No marketplace or payout splitting.
No marketplace or payout splitting.
What artists are saying
“I was completely unprepared for what a joyful experience that would be. Wow! Thank you from the bottom of my heart to almost 700 people who tuned in from all over the world for my show today. Dancing, playing along with me, laughing, holding up signs, chatting, sharing and being together. I would have never believed this could have felt so cool. Usually on stage, I stare into the darkness. But here, I see everyone up close, and a glimpse into THEIR lives. It was very moving.”
Danny Michel - View profile
“My online shows at Side Door have been as real and connected and visceral and fun as any show I have ever done. It’s like the future just poured itself into our laps. Thanks Side Door, for helping me be with the people. It’s a freaking oasis, and one that I suspect will last far beyond our current moment.”
Veda Hille - View profile
“You are absolutely killing it and stepping up for artists right now in a truly phenomenal way. I KNOW there is a huge future for this company, and the humanity and professionalism you exude will make that growth easy. fucking well done. and thank you.”
Torquil Campbell - View profile
“Thank you, from the bottom of my heart… Thank you for making this a way for us to actually get by! I’m not scared anymore because of this. I was previously wondering how I was going to to make it work. Thank youuuuuuu!!!!”
Terra Lightfoot - View profile
“Man I was so inspired. I needed it as much as people needed it. They were so into it. The community was unreal. So glad I was all in on this, you were 1000000% right about Zoom over IG or FB”
Matt Holubowski - View profile
“A rare and wonderful experience of community and connection… A way to reach people who you would never be able to reach through touring… inclusive, authentic and beautiful…”
Sarah Slean - View profile
“Thanks to the Side Door team, I’ve still been able to reach my followers, play shows and make some money. No sketchy fees or catches. It’s time for musicians to drop the unsustainable, free stream trend. Luckily, Side Door built a way for us to do that.”
Noble Son - View profile