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Stingray Review: Features, Pricing & Alternatives

Stingray is an in-store media provider offering Background Music, Digital Signage, In-Store Advertising, Consumer Insights, Retail Media Network. Known for north america's largest retail audio advertising network with 25,100+ locations and 928m+ monthly shopping visits. publicly traded with ~1,000 employees globally., this review covers everything you need to know — features, pricing, pros, cons, and how it compares to alternatives.

Company Overview

Stingray is a Canadian public company (TSX: RAY.A/RAY.B) providing commercial music, digital signage, in-store audio advertising, and AI-driven consumer insights. Stingray Advertising is North America's largest retail audio advertising network, reaching 928M+ shopping visits monthly across 25,100+ locations.

Headquarters: Montreal, QC, Canada Founded: 2007 Parent Company: Stingray Group Inc. (TSX: RAY.A; RAY.B)

Services Offered

  • Background Music
  • Digital Signage
  • In-Store Advertising
  • Consumer Insights
  • Retail Media Network

Key Differentiator

North America's largest retail audio advertising network with 25,100+ locations and 928M+ monthly shopping visits. Publicly traded with ~1,000 employees globally.

Pricing

Stingray uses a custom pricing model. Contact them for a quote based on your specific needs.

Pros

  • North America's largest retail audio advertising network with 25,100+ locations and 928M+ monthly shopping visits. Publicly traded with ~1,000 employees globally.
  • Commercial licensing included
  • Professional support

Cons

  • Pricing not always transparent
  • May require long-term contracts
  • Feature set may be more than some businesses need

Alternatives to Stingray

  • [Mood Media](/mood-media-review)
  • [Rockbot](/rockbot-review)
  • [Soundtrack Your Brand](/soundtrack-your-brand-review)
  • [MTI](/mti-review)
  • [QSIC](/qsic-review)
  • [Cloud Cover Music](/cloud-cover-review)
  • [Vibenomics](/vibenomics-review)
  • [SiriusXM for Business](/siriusxm-business-review)
  • [SoundMachine](/soundmachine-review)
  • [Jukeboxy](/jukeboxy-review)
  • [Soundsuit](/soundsuit-review)
  • [Activaire](/activaire-review)
  • [Altaura](/altaura-review)
  • [Custom Channels](/custom-channels-review)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Stingray cost?

Stingray uses custom pricing. Contact them directly for a quote based on your location count and services needed.

Is Stingray good for small businesses?

Stingray targets enterprise businesses. Small businesses should evaluate whether the features justify the investment compared to more SMB-focused alternatives.

What are the best alternatives to Stingray?

Top alternatives include Mood Media, Rockbot, Soundtrack Your Brand, MTI, QSIC, Cloud Cover Music, Vibenomics, SiriusXM for B. Compare features and pricing to find the best fit.

Does Stingray include music licensing?

Yes, Stingray includes the necessary commercial performance rights licenses for music played through their platform.

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