Plans, costs, and free options for Shutterstock
Last updated: January 22, 2026
Pricing Model
Paid
Starting Price
$49/mo
Free Option
Trial
Shutterstock is a paid tool with various pricing tiers based on features and team size. Contact them or visit their website for detailed pricing.
$49/mo
$29/mo
Looking for a free option? Here are some alternatives with free plans:
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See how Shutterstock pricing compares to similar tools in Stock Assets
| Tool | Free Tier | Starting Price | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ShutterstockCurrent Stock images, photos, and videos | No | $49/mo | —/100 | Details → |
Canva Design platform for everyone | Yes | 15/mo | 87/100 | Pricing → |
CrelloTop Rated Graphic design made simple | Yes | 10/mo | 89/100 | Pricing → |
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ClipdropBest Value AI-powered image editing and generation ... | No | $9/mo | 84/100 | Pricing → |
PhotoRoom AI photo editing for product images | Yes | $12.99/mo | 84/100 | Pricing → |
Prices shown are starting prices. Actual pricing may vary based on features and team size.
See all alternatives →Shutterstock offers the following plans: On-demand ($49/mo), Subscription ($29/mo). A free trial is offered.
Shutterstock does not have a permanent free plan, but offers a free trial to test the product.
Yes, Shutterstock offers a free trial so you can test before committing.
Free or freemium alternatives include Canva, Crello, Designs.ai. View our full comparison to find the best value.
Shutterstock subscriptions start at $29/month for 10 images. On-demand packs available from $49 for 5 images.