Comparison
Promoly vs Haulix
Both platforms let you send music promos to press, radio, and DJs. But they're built for different workflows and budgets. Here's how they compare.
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Haulix is the US press-promo incumbent - strong on watermarking, agency workflows, and press/radio heritage since 2009. Promoly is built around DJ promo, with a 1,300-tastemaker network included, smartlinks, pre-saves, and prices starting at £10/month. If you mostly pitch to DJs and don't need watermarked streams, Promoly covers more ground for less.
| Feature | Promoly | Haulix |
|---|---|---|
| In-browser audio player | ||
| Play/download tracking | ||
| Feedback and ratings | ||
| Watermarking | ||
| Smartlinks | ||
| Pre-save pages | ||
| Multi-label management | ||
| Tastemaker DJ Network | ||
| AI promo copy | ||
| Starting price | £10/mo | $22/mo |
| Free trial | 7 days, 150 sends | 14 days |
7 days free, no credit card
What is Haulix?
Haulix is a US-based promo delivery platform founded in 2009. It's used heavily by music publicists and labels to send advance copies to press, radio, and media. Haulix includes watermarking on all plans, generates AI press releases, and tracks media engagement. Plans range from $22/month to over $1,000/month for agencies with large rosters.
Key differences
Promoly bundles more in one tool
Promoly includes smartlinks, pre-save pages, and a DJ network alongside promo delivery. Haulix focuses purely on sending promos to press and media, so you'd need separate tools for everything else.
Haulix leads on watermarking
Every Haulix plan includes audio watermarking. Promoly doesn't offer this. If leak protection through watermarks is a hard requirement, Haulix has the edge.
Price gap widens at scale
Promoly's plans max out at £79/month. Haulix's agency tiers run well over $1,000/month. For smaller labels and independent publicists, Promoly is significantly cheaper.
Different audience focus
Haulix is built for publicists sending to press and radio. Promoly is built for labels and artists sending to DJs, curators, and press. If DJ promo is your main use case, Promoly fits better.
Pricing side-by-side
Promoly is priced in GBP and scales from solo labels up to mid-size operations. Haulix is priced in USD and scales from a single-artist plan up to large agencies.
| Tier | Promoly | Haulix |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | £10/mo (300 sends, 1 profile) | $22/mo (single artist) |
| Mid | £19-39/mo (750-2,000 sends, up to 3 profiles) | $65-150/mo (small/mid labels) |
| Top | £79/mo (15,000 sends, 7 profiles) | $500+/mo (agency tiers) |
| Free trial | 7 days, 150 sends, no credit card | 14 days |
| Annual discount | 20% off annual | Case-by-case |
Pricing accurate as of April 2026. Haulix publishes partial pricing and quotes agency tiers individually - verify on their site for your roster size.
Where Promoly wins
Lower price, more features
Plans start at £10/month and include smartlinks, pre-saves, and multi-label management. No separate tool subscriptions needed.
DJ-focused Tastemaker Network
1,300+ opted-in DJs across electronic, hip-hop, and other genres. Haulix doesn't offer a recipient network.
Multi-label support
Run separate sender profiles, contact lists, and branding for multiple labels from one account. Haulix requires separate accounts.
Smartlinks and pre-saves
Create one-link-for-all-platforms pages and pre-save campaigns alongside your promo workflow. Haulix doesn't offer this.
Where Haulix wins
Built-in watermarking
Every Haulix plan includes audio watermarking to deter leaks. If you're sending unreleased albums to press, this is a strong security layer.
Press and radio heritage
Haulix has been the go-to for US music publicists since 2009. Their press and radio workflows are deeply established.
Longer free trial
Haulix offers 14 days versus Promoly's 7 days. More time to evaluate before committing.
Perfect for where my business is at right now and I recommend it often. The pricing structure is ideal for small labels or those starting out. All the features are available at the entry tier.
The verdict
If you're a music publicist focused on press and radio in the US market, and watermarking is important, Haulix is a solid choice. If you're a label or artist who sends promos to DJs and curators, needs smartlinks and pre-saves, and wants to keep costs low, Promoly covers more ground for less money. Many users switch from Haulix to Promoly because they want the bundled toolset without the enterprise pricing.
No credit card required. 150 free sends.
Moving from Haulix to Promoly
Export your contacts
Download your recipient list from Haulix as a CSV. It includes name, email, role tags, and any custom segments you've built.
Import into Promoly
Upload the CSV in Promoly's contacts area. Map columns and turn your Haulix tags into Promoly groups in a few clicks.
Keep your sender reputation warm
We recommend running one test release on Promoly alongside a concurrent Haulix campaign so you can compare engagement before you fully cut over.
Ask for help if you get stuck
Email hello@promo.ly and a human will walk through your migration with you. Most labels are fully moved in under a day.
Promoly vs Haulix FAQ
Is Promoly cheaper than Haulix?
Yes. Promoly starts at £10/month and tops out at £79/month. Haulix starts at $22/month and agency plans go past $1,000/month. For indie labels and solo publicists, Promoly is significantly more affordable.
Does Promoly have watermarking like Haulix?
No. Promoly protects your music through in-browser streaming (no file downloads unless you allow them) and mandatory feedback before downloads. Haulix adds audio watermarks to every file.
Can I switch from Haulix to Promoly?
Yes. Export your contacts from Haulix and import them into Promoly via spreadsheet. You can be up and running with your first Promoly campaign in minutes.
Which is better for DJ promos?
Promoly. It was built for DJ promo workflows and includes a Tastemaker Network of 1,300+ opted-in DJs. Haulix is more focused on press and radio.
Do both tools track engagement?
Yes. Both track opens, plays, and downloads. Promoly also collects star ratings and written comments from recipients.