How Much Does It Cost to Submit to Spotify Playlists?

Submitting to Spotify playlists typically costs between $1 and $5 per song on platforms like SubmitHub, Groover, and Uncrumpled Playlists. Campaign-based services like Playlist Push start at $50 or more.

The cost depends on the type of service you use. Some options are free but require significant time investment, while paid platforms guarantee that a real curator will listen to your track and respond. Here's a full breakdown of what to expect at every price point.

Free: Direct Curator Outreach

The most affordable option is reaching out to playlist curators directly. Many independent curators share submission forms on their websites or accept pitches through social media. Spotify for Artists also includes a free editorial playlist pitching tool for upcoming releases.

The trade-off is time. You'll need to research curators, find contact information, and craft personalized pitches — with no guarantee of a response. For artists who are just starting out and have more time than budget, this is a reasonable starting point.

$1–$5 Per Song: Submission Platforms

The most popular price range for independent artists. These platforms charge a small fee per submission in exchange for guaranteed curator consideration and a response.

• SubmitHub — Uses a credit system. Standard credits are free but slow; premium credits cost $1–$2 per curator and guarantee a 48-hour response.
• Groover — €2 per submission (roughly $2 USD). Curators are required to listen and respond within 7 days. Strong in electronic and indie genres.
• Uncrumpled Playlists — $5 per submission. Independent curator specializing in piano, folk, ambient, neoclassical, and melodic electronic. Every track is listened to personally, with responses within 7 days.

At this price point, you're paying for a curator's time and attention — not a guaranteed placement. Legitimate platforms never guarantee that your song will be added to a playlist. What they do guarantee is that someone will actually listen.

$50+: Campaign-Based Services

Services like Playlist Push operate on a campaign model. You pay a flat fee (typically starting around $50–$200+), and the platform distributes your track to a network of relevant curators on your behalf.

This approach works best for artists with a marketing budget who want wider reach across many playlists simultaneously. You'll receive detailed reporting and curator feedback, but the higher cost may not be justified for artists submitting occasionally.

Pricing Comparison

Is It Worth Paying for Playlist Submission?

For most independent artists, paid submission platforms in the $1–$5 range offer the best return on investment. You're not paying for placement — you're paying for a curator's focused attention and a guaranteed response. That feedback alone can be valuable, even if your track isn't selected.

The key is choosing curators whose playlists genuinely match your genre and sound. A $5 submission to a curator who specializes in your style is more valuable than a $50 campaign that scatters your track across dozens of unrelated playlists.

Avoid any service that guarantees placement for a fee — that's a red flag. Legitimate curators reserve the right to decline tracks that don't fit their playlists, which is exactly what protects the quality and listener trust that makes the placement valuable in the first place.

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