123RF
8.4#2 in stock photo websitesFrom $16.10 a monthAndroidiOSWebAPI
Visit123RF vs Yay Images
Yay Images
8.0#7 in stock photo websitesFree planFree planWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | 123RF | Yay Images |
|---|---|---|
| AI image generation | Its AI suite generates images from text prompts and supports multiple named image models. | The site gives new users 20 complimentary text-to-image generations and subscribers 20 additional generations per day. |
| Founded | 123RF states it was founded in 2005. | Company profiles place the launch or founding in January 2008. |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Licensing | The standard license permits unlimited social, web, email and mobile views and up to 500,000 print runs, while excluding merchandise for sale. | Standard royalty-free use permits digital and print projects but restricts resale-focused products when the asset is the main value; an extended license removes those resale limits. |
123RF plans
- PLUS free trialFree
- Credits$7.95, paid once
- PLUS Team$16.10 a month
- PLUS$24.50 a month
- PLUS EnterprisePriced on request
Yay Images plans
- Unlimited Single Seat—
- Free account downloadsFree
- Unlimited Plan$8.25 a month
- 50 Credits$25, paid once
- Mighty Plan$49 a month
- Max Plan$99 a month
Pick 123RF if…
It suits creative agencies, businesses, freelancers, and other teams looking for licensed stock content and AI creative tools. Developers can also use its API to add stock search and downloads to products or websites.
Pick Yay Images if…
It suits creative users seeking stock images, footage, or vectors, as well as people who want prompt-based image generation or upscaling. The listed startup program is open to startups, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and agencies.