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Pexels vs PicturesBazaar
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 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.
Visit Pexels Paid Web
PicturesBazaar offers Indian-oriented photos with multiple JPEG sizes and stated commercial, editorial, and non-exclusive licenses. Review pack expiry and the non-return policy before downloading images.
Visit PicturesBazaarThe facts
| Pexels | PicturesBazaar | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Not published |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Web: ₹837, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 6 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | pexels.com | picturesbazaar.com |
| On stock photo websites | #2 of 80 | #66 of 80 |
Pexels: what it does well
- Photos and videos can be used commercially without attribution.
- Accounts offer collections, download history, and photographer follows.
- Free API access to the photo and video library.
- Apps and plugins cover mobile, browser, and design tools.
What to know first
- API keys default to 200 requests per hour.
- API use excludes replicas and wallpaper or image-gallery apps.
- Generative-AI-created uploads are not allowed.
PicturesBazaar: what it does well
- Indian-focused image catalogue
- Commercial and editorial assets
- Six JPEG size options
- Lifetime use for downloaded pictures
- Remaining pictures carry forward on renewal
What to know first
- Downloaded pictures cannot be returned or replaced
- Downloads stop after pack expiry
- Web platform only
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