iStock
7.0#18 in stock photo websitesFrom $14.99 a monthWebAPI
VisitiStock vs Pexels
What both publish
| Fact | iStock | Pexels |
|---|---|---|
| API access | Yes | Anyone with a Pexels account can request an API key and receive it instantly. |
| Editorial assets | Yes | Yes |
| Illustration assets | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | The iStock Plugins page supports linking Dropbox so users can access, share and collaborate with content across devices. | Pexels identifies Canva, Typeform, Sketch and Airtable as API partners. |
iStock plans
- Unlimited AI$14.99 a month
- Basic$29 a month
- Premium$70 a month
- Premium + Video$99 a month
Pexels plans
- FreeFree
Pick iStock if…
iStock suits people who need licensed visual content for projects such as websites, advertising, presentations, or video. Its listed plans include 10 monthly downloads, while free content is also offered on a weekly and monthly basis.
Pick Pexels if…
Pexels suits people looking for reusable photos and videos, as well as developers who need programmatic library access. Its apps, extension, and design-tool integrations also suit people who want to work with visuals across those tools.