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Pexels 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.

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.

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Stocklib

Paid Web

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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The facts

PexelsStocklib
Free planYesNo
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAndroid, API, Extension, iPhone, WebWeb
Lowest paid planFree or on requestWallet Top-up: $450, paid once
Plans published11
MakerNot publishedStocklib
Websitepexels.comstocklib.com
On stock photo websites#2 of 80#62 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.

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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