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Best Stock Video Libraries in 2026

Stock video libraries provide footage for video projects through websites, APIs, browser extensions, and desktop or mobile apps. This list is for people comparing free and paid ways to find stock video.

  1. 1

    Coverr

    Free plan APIiPhoneWeb

    Coverr combines a video catalog with an API for stock and AI-generated media.

    7.6 Free plan · paid from $5/mo Visit site
  2. 2

    Dareful

    Free plan Web

    Dareful offers searchable HD and 4K clips with unlimited downloads on its free plan. Users should account for the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and Dareful’s request for a link back.

    7.2 Free plan Visit site
  3. 3

    Motion Array

    Free plan ExtensionMacWeb+1

    Motion Array offers selected free assets alongside annual plan options for individuals and small teams, plus a quote-based Business option.

    7.2 Free plan Visit site
  4. 4

    Depositphotos

    by Depositphotos
    Free plan API

    Choose Depositphotos if you need stock content across several asset types and want monthly unlimited downloads with commercial-use licensing and lifetime usage rights.

    7.1 Free plan Visit site
  5. 5

    Pexels

    Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+2

    Pexels provides a free visual library, account organization features, and programmatic access through its API. Review the API limits and prohibited uses if building an integration or application.

    7.1 Free plan Visit site
  6. 6

    Storyblocks

    Free plan APIExtensionMac+2

    Storyblocks combines a large stock library with video tools and editor integrations. Check the license scope and monthly AI credits against your intended use and plan.

    7.0 From $21/user/mo (annual) Visit site
  7. 7

    Vecteezy

    by Vecteezy
    Free plan APIWeb

    Vecteezy offers both free resources and a larger Pro library with unlimited downloads and commercial rights. Check the attribution rules, plan details, and unlisted prices before committing.

    6.6 Free plan · 7-day trial Visit site
  8. 8

    Dissolve

    Paid Web

    Dissolve offers per-clip stock media licensing with search filters and multiple usage options. Buyers should check the license scope and add-on costs for their intended use.

    5.5 Visit site
  9. 9

    Envato Elements

    Paid Web

    Envato Elements combines a broad asset catalog with AI tools under a subscription. Readers should account for project-specific licensing, Fair Use limits and the plan’s AI credit allowance.

    5.4 Visit site
  10. 10

    Filmsupply

    Paid Web

    Filmsupply offers curated cinematic footage with rights-managed licensing, previews, multiple formats, and production support.

    5.3 From $109 Visit site
  11. 11

    MotionElements

    Paid APIWeb

    MotionElements combines a large stock marketplace with visual search, API access, AI tools, and team administration. Check subscription markings and Pro limits before choosing a plan.

    5.3 From $1 Visit site
  12. 12

    Shutterstock

    by Shutterstock
    Paid APIWeb

    Choose Shutterstock if you need a broad licensed asset library, image editing and generation tools, or API-based search and licensing.

    5.1 Visit site
  13. 13

    Envato Market

    by Envato
    Paid
    4.1 Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Compare the price, free-plan terms, trial availability, supported platform, and licence before choosing. If you need to read or change code, check the tool's licence details; also confirm that footage rights fit your project.

Questions

Which stock video libraries have free plans?

Coverr, Dareful, Motion Array, Pexels, and Storyblocks list free plans. Check the current terms before using footage.

Do stock video libraries offer free trials?

A free trial is available from services in this category, but terms differ. Dissolve lists no free trial; check the service's current offer.

What platforms do these libraries support?

Platforms represented here include web, API, browser extension, macOS, iOS, and Windows. Support varies by service.

What is the lowest listed paid starting price?

MotionElements lists pricing from $1. Coverr lists paid access from $5 per month, while other services start higher or use different billing.

Which services list no free plan?

Dissolve, Envato Elements, Filmsupply, and MotionElements list no free plan. Pricing and terms can change, so review the service details.

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