Introducing G2.ai, the future of software buying.Try now
Compare Shutterstock and iStock 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.8% of reviews)
Small-Business (58.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Shutterstock
Star Rating
(668)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about ShutterstockiStock
Star Rating
(111)3.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (58.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about iStockSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that iStock has a lower quality of support with a score of 6.8, while Shutterstock shines in this area with a score of 8.5, indicating that users find Shutterstock's customer service more responsive and helpful.
- Reviewers mention that iStock's ease of use is rated at 8.4, which is commendable, but Shutterstock surpasses it with a score of 9.1, suggesting that users find Shutterstock's interface more intuitive and user-friendly.
- G2 users highlight that iStock's free footage offering is rated at 5.2, which is lower than Shutterstock's 6.2, indicating that users feel Shutterstock provides a better selection of free media options.
- Users on G2 report that iStock's pay-per-image model scores 5.3, while Shutterstock's model is rated at 7.2, suggesting that users find Shutterstock's pricing structure more favorable and transparent.
- Reviewers say that iStock's product direction is rated at 6.2, which is less favorable compared to Shutterstock's 7.9, indicating that users feel more confident in Shutterstock's future development and enhancements.
- Users mention that iStock's 4K high definition media is rated at 7.3, while Shutterstock excels with an 8.4, suggesting that users appreciate the higher quality and variety of 4K content available on Shutterstock.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Shutterstock
No pricing availableiStock
No pricing availableFree Trial
Shutterstock
No trial information availableiStock
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.9
534
7.8
79
Ease of Use
9.1
538
8.1
79
Ease of Setup
9.1
186
7.1
17
Ease of Admin
9.0
124
9.0
7
Quality of Support
8.4
445
6.4
61
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
126
8.1
8
Product Direction (% positive)
8.1
519
6.0
78
Features by Category
Pricing
6.9
159
4.9
13
7.6
172
4.9
13
8.0
186
5.7
14
Media
Feature Not Available
5.0
7
7.9
137
6.5
9
8.6
169
6.8
10
Agentic AI - Stock Footage
8.1
49
Not enough data
Media
8.5
91
Not enough data
8.5
90
Not enough data
Pricing
8.4
97
Not enough data
8.1
80
Not enough data
8.3
89
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Stock Music
8.6
39
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Shutterstock and iStock are categorized as Stock Music, Stock Footage, and Stock Photos
Unique Categories
Shutterstock has no unique categories
iStock has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Shutterstock
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
iStock
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Marketing and Advertising
18.4%
Graphic Design
8.7%
Design
6.1%
Computer Software
5.7%
Information Technology and Services
5.4%
Other
55.7%
Marketing and Advertising
17.6%
Graphic Design
6.5%
Non-Profit Organization Management
4.6%
Media Production
3.7%
Telecommunications
2.8%
Other
64.8%
Discussions
Can you please make an in between price range around $200
1 Comment
TP
Shutterstock will work with you on a plan that will reduce the cost of each image. Read more
Why is my photo so difficult for the shutterstock to accept?
1 Comment
AH
Please simplify the requirements, because it is very difficult for beginners to accept photosRead more
are you wantl get earn from your photography hobbys ?
1 Comment
BB
Photography hobby is quite a good hobby as over time it can be converted into good earnings. However, this is not a hobby that can bring you closer to your...Read more
What is the best software for inventory management?
1 Comment
LL
Hello. Our company has installed software from NetSuite, but we are also in the process of looking for a more convenient solution for forecasting and...Read more
iStock has no more discussions with answers
Hunting for software insights?
With over 3 million reviews, we can provide the specific details that help you make an informed software buying decision for your business. Finding the right product is important, let us help.
