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Storyblocks vs the competition

Learn how we stack up against Storyblocks alternatives when it comes to content, workflow tools, licensing, and subscription options.

Storyblocks

Artlist

Motion Array

Envato

Shutterstock

Getty Images

Adobe Stock

Content

4 million+ assets, including footage, music, sound effects, motion backgrounds, images
Templates for Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve
100% exclusive music library
Library content is refreshed regularly to maintain quality, meet member needs, and keep up with trends
Strict standards for contributing artists
No AI generated content
Prioritize diverse and representative stock media

7K+ assets, including footage, music, sound effects
Templates for Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve
8K and RAW/LOG footage

1 million+ assets, including footage, music, sound effects, motion backgrounds, images
Templates for Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Premiere Rush, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve

15 million+ assets, including footage, music, sound effects, motion backgrounds, images, fonts
Templates for Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, Apple Motion, DaVinci Resolve

780 million+ assets, including footage, music, sound effects, motion backgrounds, images, and more
Do not offer video templates
Access to premium libraries not included in all subscriptions
Custom content through Shutterstock Studios

604 million+ assets, including footage, music, images, and more
No video templates
Custom content offering

410 million+ assets, including footage, music, motion backgrounds, images, and more
Templates for Adobe software only: Premiere Pro, After Effects, Premiere Rush, InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
Include generative AI content in their library

Workflow Tools

Plugin for Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects
Video editor for teams
Storyboard AI

Plugins for Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve
AI voiceover tool, AI image and video generator

Plugins for Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and more
Video review tool, AI voiceover tool

Extension for Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects
AI voice generator, AI image and video generator

Plugin for Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro
AI image generator

AI image generator
Media Manager (DAM)

Native integration with the Adobe Creative Cloud
AI image generator
AI video available through Creative Cloud

Licensing

Up to US $1,000,000 indemnification on our business plans
Assets and campaigns are covered in perpetuity with a business plan
Worldwide distribution with no limits on channels, geographies, or views
YouTube Content ID claims support
Broadcast coverage on business plans
Robust library of PRO-free music

No indemnification on standard plans
Conditional perpetuity: Assets and campaigns are only covered while your subscription is active

No indemnification on standard plans
Conditional perpetuity: Assets and campaigns are only covered while your subscription is active

Users must re-register assets every time, adding time and risk to workflows
Low indemnification on standard plans
Conditional Perpetuity: Assets and campaigns are only covered while your subscription is active
Music cannot be used for broadcast (ie. TV, radio, streaming)

Indemnification and usage restrictions varies based on asset type and license
AI images generated on Shutterstock are covered by their license
Production budget limits may apply

Indemnification and usage restrictions vary based on asset type, plan, and license
Production budget limits may apply
AI images generated on Getty are covered by their license
Editorial content requires specific licensing for commercial use

Indemnification and usage restrictions vary based on asset type, plan and license
Users should check their license to ensure AI images and video generated on Firefly are covered for commercial use

Subscription

Unlimited downloads
Transparent plans with budget predictability - all downloads are covered under one clear-cut license for an annual subscription cost

Unlimited downloads
Artlist Max/Teams plans are limited to organizations under 50 employees and exclude agencies/broadcasters

Unlimited downloads

Unlimited downloads

Various packages available for subscriptions, credit packs, and per-asset pricing
Prices scale based on asset library quality and licensing needs

Various packages available for subscriptions, credit packs, and per-asset pricing
Prices scale based on libraries accessed, users, and licensing needs
Risk of additional fees if you license an asset with distribution limits on views
Access to iStock and Unsplash through separate subscriptions and licenses

Numerous packages for subscriptions and credit packs
Prices and credits vary based on asset type, volume, plan commitment, and licensing needs

Trusted by industry leaders

Supporting your creative process from pre to post production

Storyblocks for Business gives you everything you need to quickly create video at scale in one platform, with the highest level of legal coverage in the industry.

High-quality, diverse stock media

Our library is expertly curated to provide the in-demand content you need to make your creative stand out.

Time-saving workflow tools

With the Adobe Plugin, Maker for Teams, and our collaboration tools, your team can create videos faster than ever.

Legal peace of mind

Your team is protected in perpetuity with the highest legal coverage in the industry and up to $1M in indemnification.

Zero download restrictions

Let your creativity run wild with our unlimited subscription model that saves members an average of 3.5 hours per week.

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Find the right Storyblocks plan for you based on how you create.

Storyblocks 100% saves us time and money. I can have my team focus on editing and creating videos, and only filming what we really need.

Amanda Malgeri
Mindedge Creative Director

Let's take your video to the next level

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