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At a Glance
Shutterstock
Shutterstock
Star Rating
(669)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.7% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Shutterstock
Storyblocks
Storyblocks
Star Rating
(418)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (80.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Storyblocks
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Storyblocks excels in ease of use, with many users highlighting its modern and intuitive platform. One user mentioned the ability to download unlimited clips for a single price, making it a valuable resource for content creation.
  • Users say that Shutterstock stands out for its powerful search filters, which help quickly narrow down high-quality images and videos. Reviewers appreciate the clean interface that simplifies the process of finding exactly what they need.
  • According to verified reviews, Storyblocks offers a superior quality of support, with users noting the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. This is a significant advantage for those who may need assistance during their projects.
  • Reviewers mention that Shutterstock has a broader range of content, including stock photos, videos, GIFs, and vector designs. This extensive library is particularly beneficial for businesses looking for diverse media options.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that Storyblocks provides excellent value for small businesses, with a high percentage of reviews coming from this segment. Users appreciate the affordability and quality of the video and B-roll content available.
  • Users report that while Shutterstock has a solid reputation, some find it less flexible in terms of pricing and subscription options compared to Storyblocks, which offers a more straightforward and cost-effective model for accessing content.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Shutterstock
No pricing available
Storyblocks
No pricing available
Free Trial
Shutterstock
No trial information available
Storyblocks
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
535
9.1
323
Ease of Use
9.1
539
9.5
334
Ease of Setup
9.1
187
9.7
134
Ease of Admin
9.0
124
9.5
38
Quality of Support
8.4
446
9.2
226
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
126
9.3
39
Product Direction (% positive)
8.1
520
8.9
322
Features by Category
7.8
224
8.3
267
Pricing
6.9
160
Feature Not Available
7.6
172
Feature Not Available
8.0
187
9.1
255
Media
Feature Not Available
6.8
148
7.9
137
7.8
210
8.6
170
9.2
239
Agentic AI - Stock Footage
8.1
50
8.8
12
8.8
112
9.0
182
Media
8.5
91
8.9
170
8.5
90
8.3
152
Pricing
8.4
98
9.3
170
8.1
80
Feature Not Available
8.3
89
9.1
171
Agentic AI - Stock Music
8.6
39
9.0
7
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Speech Output
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Audio Format
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.3
138
Editing
Not enough data
8.3
99
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
115
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
94
Not enough data
8.4
97
Not enough data
8.5
105
Platform
Not enough data
9.0
107
Not enough data
9.2
119
Not enough data
8.4
92
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Video Editing
Not enough data
7.6
9
Not enough data
8.0
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
8.0
9
Not enough data
Not enough data
Audio
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Video
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Image
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Text
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Video Content CreationHide 23 FeaturesShow 23 Features
Not enough data
7.7
122
Video creation - Video Content Creation
Not enough data
6.6
109
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
110
Not enough data
8.6
112
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.5
107
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
117
Not enough data
7.8
106
Distribution - Video Content Creation
Not enough data
7.1
102
Not enough data
6.9
100
Not enough data
9.3
116
Analytics - Video Content Creation
Not enough data
7.0
102
Not enough data
6.6
100
Training & Support - Video Content Creation
Not enough data
7.3
104
Not enough data
9.0
109
Integrations - Video Content Creation
Not enough data
8.6
112
Not enough data
8.0
108
Not enough data
6.8
100
Other - Video Content Creation
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.4
98
Agentic AI - Video Content Creation
Not enough data
7.9
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Shutterstock
Shutterstock
Storyblocks
Storyblocks
Shutterstock and Storyblocks are categorized as Stock Music, Stock Footage, and Stock Photos
Unique Categories
Shutterstock
Shutterstock has no unique categories
Storyblocks
Storyblocks is categorized as Video Editing, Video Content Creation, and Text to Speech
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Shutterstock
Shutterstock
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
60.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
31.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
7.4%
Storyblocks
Storyblocks
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
80.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
15.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
4.4%
Reviewers' Industry
Shutterstock
Shutterstock
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%
Storyblocks
Storyblocks
Media Production
13.1%
Marketing and Advertising
12.4%
Broadcast Media
10.7%
Entertainment
7.1%
Higher Education
3.9%
Other
52.8%
Alternatives
Shutterstock
Shutterstock Alternatives
iStock
iStock
Add iStock
123RF
123RF
Add 123RF
Vecteezy
Vecteezy
Add Vecteezy
Adobe Stock
Adobe Stock
Add Adobe Stock
Storyblocks
Storyblocks Alternatives
iStock
iStock
Add iStock
Adobe Stock
Adobe Stock
Add Adobe Stock
Canva
Canva
Add Canva
Vecteezy
Vecteezy
Add Vecteezy
Discussions
Shutterstock
Shutterstock Discussions
Can you please make an in between price range around $200
1 Comment
Terri P.
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
Alex H.
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
Bob B.
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
Storyblocks
Storyblocks Discussions
Is Storyblocks good?
2 Comments
Mike C.
MC
For my team and I Storyblocks has been great. We find a lot of what we are looking for and our productions look better for our subscription. The team there...Read more
Can I use Storyblocks for commercial use?
2 Comments
Is Storyblocks free to use?
1 Comment
EM
No, you pay a subscription price billed annually.Read more