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At a Glance
Adobe Stock
Adobe Stock
Star Rating
(182)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (70.9% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Shutterstock
Shutterstock
Star Rating
(580)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (63.2% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Shutterstock
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Shutterstock excels in its "Ease of Use" with a score of 9.1, making it a preferred choice for those who prioritize a user-friendly interface, while Adobe Stock follows closely with a score of 9.0.
  • Reviewers mention that Shutterstock's "Quality of Support" is rated at 8.5, which is higher than Adobe Stock's 8.1, indicating that users may find more reliable assistance when issues arise.
  • G2 users highlight that Shutterstock offers a more favorable "Subscription" pricing model with a score of 8.0 compared to Adobe Stock's 6.2, suggesting better value for users looking for ongoing access to media.
  • Users on G2 appreciate Shutterstock's "4K High Definition" media offerings, scoring 8.4, which is slightly lower than Adobe Stock's 8.6, indicating that Adobe Stock may have a slight edge in high-definition content quality.
  • Reviewers say that Shutterstock's "Free Footage" feature is rated at 6.2, which is comparable to Adobe Stock's 6.3, showing that both platforms offer similar options for users seeking no-cost media.
  • Users report that Adobe Stock's "Animation" capabilities score 6.9, which is lower than Shutterstock's 7.4, suggesting that Shutterstock may provide a more robust selection of animated content for creative projects.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Adobe Stock
No pricing available
Shutterstock
No pricing available
Free Trial
Adobe Stock
No trial information available
Shutterstock
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
147
8.9
456
Ease of Use
9.0
147
9.1
459
Ease of Setup
8.3
21
9.1
116
Ease of Admin
9.2
18
9.1
111
Quality of Support
8.0
101
8.5
372
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
18
8.8
112
Product Direction (% positive)
7.6
133
7.9
441
Features by Category
6.7
177
7.4
535
Pricing
6.3
31
6.2
101
6.4
30
7.2
114
6.2
32
8.0
129
Media
5.7
24
Feature Not Available
6.9
27
7.4
80
8.6
33
8.4
111
Not enough data
8.4
237
Media
Not enough data
8.5
49
Not enough data
8.7
48
Pricing
Not enough data
8.4
55
Not enough data
8.0
38
Not enough data
8.3
47
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Adobe Stock
Adobe Stock
Shutterstock
Shutterstock
Adobe Stock and Shutterstock are categorized as Stock Footage and Stock Photos
Unique Categories
Adobe Stock
Adobe Stock has no unique categories
Shutterstock
Shutterstock is categorized as Stock Music
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Adobe Stock
Adobe Stock
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
70.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
19.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
10.1%
Shutterstock
Shutterstock
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
63.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
29.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
7.1%
Reviewers' Industry
Adobe Stock
Adobe Stock
Marketing and Advertising
14.0%
Graphic Design
12.3%
Design
9.5%
Computer Software
7.8%
Information Technology and Services
5.6%
Other
50.8%
Shutterstock
Shutterstock
Marketing and Advertising
19.5%
Graphic Design
9.6%
Design
5.9%
Computer Software
4.6%
Consumer Services
4.3%
Other
56.2%
Most Helpful Reviews
Adobe Stock
Adobe Stock
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Zamam U.
ZU
Zamam U.
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising

Wide Range of Library : Whenever you are in need of, beautiful videos, heading drawings, or attracting audio, Adobe Stock has you marked. With heaps of property to select from, you're nearly pledged to find the perfect counterpart for your project....

Most Helpful Critical Review
Bill P.
BP
Bill P.
Verified User in Photography

As a creator I find their pay rates to us who also are content creators very low (not that the other stock sites offer better rates, they all pay so little nowadays). Apart from that, there's nothing to worry about. Their support is very good and you get to...

Shutterstock
Shutterstock
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Carly W.
CW
Carly W.
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising

It's an easy to use platform that makes my landing pages look great.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Bojan S.
BS
Bojan S.
Verified User in Hospital & Health Care

I hate the fact that they charge a 25% tax. I tried to input VAT numbers from three different countries where our business is legally registered, but each time it says "invalid VAT number." I would prefer if they raised the price by 25% rather than...

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Discussions
Adobe Stock
Adobe Stock Discussions
Are Adobe Stock Images worth it?
3 comments
Roel T.
RT
CertainlyRead more
Are Adobe Stock Images worth it?
2 comments
Lady B.
LB
Good question. It all depends on your goal and budget. In my opinion, all web designers already use this source and your project will not stand out among...Read more
Can you make Adobe Stock cheaper?
1 comment
MC
They seem pretty competitive to me with the other stock sites.Read more
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