Dynamoi Data
Streaming payout per stream comparison
Compare median royalty RPM by streaming platform using aggregated Dynamoi distribution statement data.
Top median RPM
$6.85
Streaming royalties by platform
| Platform | Median RPM / 1k streams | Sample confidence | countries |
|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube (Music & Art Tracks) | $6.85 | High | 50 |
| Amazon Music | $6.77 | Medium | 24 |
| TIDAL | $6.35 | Medium | 5 |
| Line | $5.96 | Limited | 1 |
| Genie Music | $5.54 | Limited | 1 |
| Apple Music | $5.03 | High | 59 |
| KKBOX | $4.44 | Limited | 1 |
| Deezer | $3.96 | Medium | 5 |
| Pandora | $3.75 | Limited | 1 |
| Kakao M | $3.14 | Limited | 1 |
| Anghami | $2.58 | Limited | 1 |
| Spotify | $2.19 | High | 95 |
| NetEase | $0.94 | Limited | 1 |
| Tencent Music | $0.52 | Limited | 1 |
Source
Dynamoi royalty ledger
Method
Aggregated across Dynamoi-distributed catalog; rates are medians, not guarantees.
Scope
Platform-level RPM only
Methodology
FAQ
How much does Spotify pay per stream? +
In this Dynamoi royalty sample, Spotify's median RPM is $2.19 per 1,000 streams. That is an aggregate median, not a guaranteed per-stream rate.
Which streaming platform pays the most per stream? +
YouTube (Music & Art Tracks) has the highest median RPM in this published comparison at $6.85 per 1,000 streams. Platform ranks can change as new royalty statements are aggregated.
What does RPM mean in music royalties? +
RPM means revenue per 1,000 streams. The table uses median RPM by platform so outlier markets and tiers do not define the headline comparison.
Are these streaming payout rates guaranteed? +
No. These are aggregated medians from Dynamoi-distributed catalog statements. Actual payouts vary by country, tier, subscription mix, exchange rates, and distributor terms.
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