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Nature Picture Library vs Vecteezy
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.
Paid Web
Nature Picture Library combines a large specialist contributor network with detailed media search and licensing choices.
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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.
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| Nature Picture Library | Vecteezy | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | 1 Download: $5, paid once |
| Plans published | None | 15 |
| Maker | Not published | Vecteezy |
| Website | naturepl.com | vecteezy.com |
| On stock photo websites | #72 of 80 | #5 of 80 |
Nature Picture Library: what it does well
- More than 500 nature media contributors
- Search filters include licensing and resolution
- Rights-managed and royalty-free licensing
- Scientifically accurate captions included
- Free image research available
What to know first
- Paid service with no free plan
- Print availability varies by image
- Not actively recruiting stills photographers
Vecteezy: what it does well
- Includes an online editor and API access.
- Pro offers unlimited photo, vector, and 4K video downloads.
- Pro content includes commercial rights without attribution.
- Team plans support roles and billing controls.
- Cancellation stops automatic renewal.
What to know first
- Free resources require attribution.
- Free tier includes ads and limitations.
- Listed plan prices are not provided.
- Teams and Enterprise have no free trial.
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