Compare Shutterstock and Unsplash 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (62.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (76.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Shutterstock
Star Rating
(655)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (62.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about ShutterstockUnsplash
Star Rating
(105)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (76.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about UnsplashSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Unsplash excels in providing high-quality, royalty-free images, with users highlighting the impressive variety available. Many users appreciate the ability to quickly find images that fit their specific needs, whether for emotional storytelling or abstract concepts.
- Users say Shutterstock stands out for its ease of use, with a clean and intuitive interface that simplifies the process of finding and downloading images and videos. Reviewers mention that the powerful search filters help them quickly narrow down their options, making it a go-to resource for many.
- According to verified reviews, Unsplash has a strong reputation for its quick implementation and seamless integration, particularly through its Chrome extension. Users find it easy to access the images they need for their articles and blogs without any hassle.
- Reviewers mention that while Shutterstock offers a wide range of stock photos, videos, and graphics, some users feel that it doesn't quite match the quality of free options like Unsplash. However, the availability of ready-to-use content is a significant advantage for those who need immediate resources.
- Users highlight that Unsplash's customer support is commendable, with a high satisfaction rating. Many appreciate the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team, which enhances their overall experience with the platform.
- G2 reviewers note that while Shutterstock has a larger market presence and more reviews, Unsplash's dedicated user base, particularly among small businesses, reflects a strong community that values its unique offerings and user-friendly features.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Shutterstock
No pricing availableUnsplash
No pricing availableFree Trial
Shutterstock
No trial information availableUnsplash
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.9
521
9.1
86
Ease of Use
9.1
525
9.6
87
Ease of Setup
9.1
172
9.9
12
Ease of Admin
9.0
123
9.5
11
Quality of Support
8.4
432
8.6
49
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
125
10.0
9
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
506
9.0
81
Features by Category
Pricing
6.7
145
Not enough data
7.5
156
Not enough data
8.0
172
Not enough data
Media
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.7
121
Not enough data
8.6
155
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Stock Footage
8.0
37
Not enough data
Media
8.5
78
Not enough data
8.5
77
Not enough data
Pricing
8.4
85
Not enough data
8.0
67
Not enough data
8.3
76
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Stock Music
8.3
28
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Shutterstock and Unsplash are categorized as Stock Photos
Unique Categories
Shutterstock is categorized as Stock Music and Stock Footage
Unsplash has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Shutterstock
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Unsplash
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
18.3%
Graphic Design
9.1%
Design
6.3%
Computer Software
4.9%
Information Technology and Services
4.9%
Other
56.6%
Marketing and Advertising
21.0%
Information Technology and Services
8.6%
Computer Software
6.7%
Design
6.7%
Graphic Design
6.7%
Other
50.5%
Discussions
Can I download the videos from Shutterstock which are greater than 3minutes
1 Comment
RV
NO, because it is basically use for crate background video for our real video.Read more
Does anyone have an issue with this site? It's been super helpful to me.
1 Comment
CT
I downloaded three images from a 10-image trial account. Next day, my account was suspended. They replied: "Your Shutterstock account has been terminated and...Read more
What do you like most about Unsplash for sourcing images, and how has it impacted your content creation?
1 Comment
MM
<p>Unsplash offers a huge collection of high quality, royalty free images that are easy to find and download. It has made my content creation process faster...Read more
Unsplash has no more discussions with answers
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