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Arcangel Images vs Science Photo Library
Both stand on stock photo websites. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan ExtensionWeb
Choose Arcangel Images if your work needs a specialist library for cover imagery, multiple search methods, and project-specific licensing. Look elsewhere if you need immediate high-resolution downloads without an agreement or approved delivery, or need listed plan prices.
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Paid Web
Science Photo Library combines specialized science and medicine media with search, board, research, and licensing tools. Buyers should check usage restrictions and choose between individual licensing and the listed annual packs.
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| Arcangel Images | Science Photo Library | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Extension, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Standard Marketing Image Pack: £725 a year |
| Plans published | 6 | 6 |
| Maker | Not published | Science Photo Library |
| Website | arcangel.com | sciencephoto.com |
| On stock photo websites | #22 of 80 | #56 of 80 |
Arcangel Images: what it does well
- Collection contains over one million curated images.
- Search supports natural language in any language and keywords.
- Plugins connect with Photoshop, InDesign, and Figma.
- Clients can request free archive research and contributor outreach.
- Account managers can assist with licensing, quotes, orders, and billing.
What to know first
- High-resolution downloads require a publisher agreement or approved project delivery.
Science Photo Library: what it does well
- Science and medical image and video collection
- Search, boards, notes, and email sharing
- Rights Managed and Royalty Free licensing
- Free research from science experts
- High-resolution, unwatermarked premium downloads
What to know first
- No free plan
- Some media uses require prior clearance
- Footage-pack seconds expire within allocated periods
- Prices exclude VAT
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