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At a Glance
PixaBay
PixaBay
Star Rating
(163)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (58.0% 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 extensive library of high-quality images and videos, with a strong emphasis on 4K High Definition content, which received a score of 8.4, while PixaBay shines in its 4K offerings with a higher score of 8.8, indicating a broader selection of free high-resolution media.
  • Reviewers mention that Shutterstock's subscription model is well-received, scoring 8.0, but users on G2 note that PixaBay's free footage option is significantly better, with a score of 8.4, making it a more attractive choice for budget-conscious users.
  • G2 users highlight that both platforms have similar ease of use ratings, with Shutterstock at 9.1 and PixaBay at 9.4, but users report that PixaBay's setup process is slightly more intuitive, scoring 9.6 compared to Shutterstock's 9.1.
  • Reviewers mention that Shutterstock's quality of support is rated at 8.5, which is on par with PixaBay, but users say that PixaBay has a more positive product direction score of 8.4, suggesting a more promising future for its features and updates.
  • Users on G2 report that Shutterstock's pay-per-image model scored 7.2, which some find less appealing compared to PixaBay's lower score of 6.2, indicating that users may prefer PixaBay's overall pricing structure.
  • Reviewers mention that while both platforms offer sound effects, Shutterstock scored 8.5 in this area, indicating a solid selection, but users report that PixaBay's animation features are rated higher at 8.3, showcasing its strength in dynamic media content.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
PixaBay
No pricing available
Shutterstock
No pricing available
Free Trial
PixaBay
No trial information available
Shutterstock
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
128
8.9
456
Ease of Use
9.4
128
9.1
459
Ease of Setup
9.6
13
9.1
116
Ease of Admin
9.3
12
9.1
111
Quality of Support
8.5
84
8.5
372
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
8
8.8
112
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
124
7.9
441
Features by Category
7.7
133
7.4
535
Pricing
8.4
29
6.2
101
6.2
19
7.2
114
7.0
19
8.0
129
Media
7.6
18
Feature Not Available
8.3
24
7.4
80
8.8
24
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
PixaBay
PixaBay
Shutterstock
Shutterstock
PixaBay and Shutterstock are categorized as Stock Footage and Stock Photos
Unique Categories
PixaBay
PixaBay has no unique categories
Shutterstock
Shutterstock is categorized as Stock Music
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
PixaBay
PixaBay
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
58.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
33.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
8.3%
Shutterstock
Shutterstock
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
63.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
29.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
7.1%
Reviewers' Industry
PixaBay
PixaBay
Consumer Services
17.2%
Marketing and Advertising
10.8%
Information Technology and Services
5.1%
Computer Software
5.1%
Writing and Editing
4.5%
Other
57.3%
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
PixaBay
PixaBay
Most Helpful Favorable Review
AK
Anand K.
Verified User in Banking

Pixabay is a widely known tool for free stock photos and videos. It offers great-quality images and photos for both personal and commercial uses. It allows to download images in multiple formats and multiple sizes.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Online Media

I don’t like that it’s difficult to upload photos I’ve personally taken to share with the thousands using the app. Meaning the amount of buffering time and how each picture must be 3,000 megapixel

Shutterstock
Shutterstock
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising

There are endless options on Shutterstock. Each query prompts countless options that then lead you to related images that you may also be interested in. All images and graphics download within seconds in stunning 300 DPI.

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
PixaBay
PixaBay Discussions
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PixaBay has no discussions with answers
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