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iStock vs Stocklib
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 APIWeb
iStock combines a royalty-free visual library with AI editing tools, API access, and free content offerings. The listed annual Basic and Premium plans each cap downloads at 10 per month.
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Stocklib offers broad asset formats, licensing options and an AI image tool. Review wallet pricing and license terms before committing to recurring or resale-oriented work.
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| iStock | Stocklib | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Unlimited AI: $14.99 a month | Wallet Top-up: $450, paid once |
| Plans published | 4 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Stocklib |
| Website | istockphoto.com | stocklib.com |
| On stock photo websites | #4 of 80 | #62 of 80 |
iStock: what it does well
- Library includes photos, illustrations, vectors, and video.
- AI tools can extend images and change backgrounds.
- Generated images include $10,000 legal protection per image.
- One free Signature photo is offered each week.
- API access is listed.
What to know first
- Basic and Premium list 10 downloads per month.
- Basic costs $29/user/mo on an annual plan.
- Premium costs $70/user/mo on an annual plan.
Stocklib: what it does well
- Searches a stated 500 million-image library
- Includes photos, illustrations and videos
- AI generator offers exclusive-use licensing
- Downloads support Web, TIFF and EPS
- Wallet funds have no use-time limit
What to know first
- No free plan is available
- Wallet Top-up costs $29 a month
- Top-up is billed as a one-off payment
- Per-size rates increase after the first year
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