Pexels
8.2#4 in stock photo websitesFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitPexels vs Science Photo Library
Science Photo Library
6.7#29 in stock photo websitesFrom £725 a yearWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Pexels | Science Photo Library |
|---|---|---|
| Audience | Pexels says hundreds of thousands of photographers and videographers contribute and millions of people use the media, from startups to global brands. | The company says it serves creative professionals and clients across a range of sectors. |
| Editorial assets | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Illustration assets | Yes | Yes |
Pexels plans
- FreeFree
Science Photo Library plans
- Standard Marketing Image Pack£725 a year
- Medium Marketing Image Pack£1,950 a year
- Standard Footage Pack£2,400 a year
- Large Marketing Image Pack£2,875 a year
- Medium Footage Pack£5,400 a year
- Large Footage Pack£9,000 a year
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.
Pick Science Photo Library if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.