# Epidemic Sound vs Storyblocks

**Leader by vioscaleAI score:** Storyblocks

| Attribute | Epidemic Sound | Storyblocks |
|---|---|---|
| **vioscaleAI score** | 45.6 (39% (low)) | 53.9 (39% (low)) |
| content.faq | `[{"answer":"Epidemic Sound provides a subscription-based catalog of over 55,000 original music tracks and sound effects for content creators. Users can license and use the music unlimited across platforms like YouTube, social media, and podcasts with a globally valid license that covers publishing and monetization. It is indexed under Stock Music.","source":"https://www.epidemicsound.com/pricing/","question":"What is Epidemic Sound?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed browser-based access to Epidemic Sound. That is the extent of what we could verify from public sources, so it may well offer desktop or mobile clients we have not indexed.","source":"https://www.epidemicsound.com/pricing/","question":"What platforms does Epidemic Sound support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have only confirmed a cloud / SaaS deployment for Epidemic Sound, so it appears to be vendor-hosted. If a self-hosted option exists we have not found it documented publicly.","source":"https://www.epidemicsound.com/pricing/","question":"Can Epidemic Sound be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed 5 integrations for Epidemic Sound, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and Twitch. This is what we could verify from public sources, so the vendor may support others we have not indexed.","source":"https://www.epidemicsound.com/pricing/","question":"What does Epidemic Sound integrate with?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have independently confirmed GDPR for Epidemic Sound. Certifications we do not list are ones we have not been able to verify from public sources, which is not the same as Epidemic Sound not holding them. Always confirm compliance directly before you rely on it.","source":"https://www.epidemicsound.com/policy/v2/privacy-policy/","question":"What security certifications does Epidemic Sound have?","confidence":0.7}]` | `[{"answer":"A subscription service offering unlimited access to professionally-created stock media (videos, images, audio) with AI-powered tools for editing, generating voiceovers, and searching content. It is indexed under Stock Music.","source":"https://www.storyblocks.com/pricing","question":"What is Storyblocks?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Storyblocks offers a free tier, so you can start without paying. Paid plans start at £16 per month. Prices are published openly on the vendor's own pricing page. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://www.storyblocks.com/pricing","question":"Is Storyblocks free?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed browser-based access to Storyblocks. That is the extent of what we could verify from public sources, so it may well offer desktop or mobile clients we have not indexed.","source":"https://www.storyblocks.com/pricing","question":"What platforms does Storyblocks support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have only confirmed a cloud / SaaS deployment for Storyblocks, so it appears to be vendor-hosted. If a self-hosted option exists we have not found it documented publicly.","source":"https://www.storyblocks.com/pricing","question":"Can Storyblocks be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed 6 integrations for Storyblocks, including Adobe Creative Cloud, YouTube, Runway, ElevenLabs, Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects. This is what we could verify from public sources, so the vendor may support others we have not indexed.","source":"https://www.storyblocks.com/pricing","question":"What does Storyblocks integrate with?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have independently confirmed GDPR for Storyblocks. Certifications we do not list are ones we have not been able to verify from public sources, which is not the same as Storyblocks not holding them. Always confirm compliance directly before you rely on it.","source":"https://www.storyblocks.com/privacy/ai-tools","question":"What security certifications does Storyblocks have?","confidence":0.7},{"answer":"Storyblocks is available worldwide. Its primary market is the United Kingdom.","source":"https://www.storyblocks.com/pricing","question":"Where is Storyblocks available?","confidence":0.5}]` |
| deployment.options | `{"cloud":true}` | `{"cloud":true}` |
| description.long | A developer API that embeds Epidemic Sound's licensed music and sound effects with AI features for matching audio to video, semantic music search, and track editing capabilities across web, mobile, and desktop applications. | Storyblocks is a cloud-based subscription platform providing access to a library of stock video footage, images, music, and sound effects, paired with AI tools for video editing, generation, and voiceover creation to streamline content production workflows. |
| features.capabilities | `{"sound_effects_sfx_library_inclusion":true,"ai_music_matching_from_uploaded_reference":true,"perpetual_license_after_subscription_ends":true}` | `{"pricing_model":"flat_monthly_unlimited","youtube_content_id_whitelisting":true,"sound_effects_sfx_library_inclusion":true,"adobe_premiere_native_extension_panel":true,"commercial_broadcast_tv_radio_licensing":true}` |
| integrations.count | 5 | 4 |
| integrations.list | `[{"name":"Facebook"},{"name":"Instagram"},{"name":"YouTube"},{"name":"TikTok"},{"name":"Twitch"},{"name":"Spotify","native":false,"direction":"inbound"}]` | `[{"name":"Adobe Creative Cloud"},{"name":"YouTube"},{"name":"Runway"},{"name":"ElevenLabs"},{"name":"Adobe Premiere Pro","native":true,"category":"video_editing","direction":"outbound"},{"name":"Adobe After Effects","native":true,"category":"video_editing","direction":"outbound"},{"name":"Runway Aleph","native":true,"category":"ai","direction":"bidirectional"}]` |
| market.availability | `{"primaryMarkets":[],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` | `{"primaryMarkets":["GB"],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` |
| platform.support | `{"ios":true,"web":true,"android":true}` | `{"web":true}` |
| pricing | `{"type":"hybrid","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://www.epidemicsound.com","retrievedAt":"2026-10-06T10:11:28.330Z"}` | `{"type":"subscription","plans":[{"free":false,"name":"Essentials","summary":"£16/month billed annually, saves £192/year","features":["Individual license","Unlimited downloads","8K, 4K & HD footage","AI Toolkit","Video Editing","Video Generation","Image Generation","Workflow tools","Adobe Creative Cloud plugin"],"minSeats":1,"commitment":"annual","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":16,"period":"month","currency":"GBP"}],"description":"For individuals taking their video creation to the next level","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"credits":"3,000/month","footage_resolution":"8K, 4K, HD"}},{"free":false,"name":"Unlimited All Access","summary":"£23/month billed annually, saves £240/year","features":["Unlimited downloads","Video templates","Photos, vectors & illustrations","Music & sound effects","Voiceover","Maker"],"minSeats":1,"commitment":"annual","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":23,"period":"month","currency":"GBP"}],"description":"For creators producing at scale with demand for creative freedom","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"credits":"4,500/month"}},{"free":false,"name":"Small Business","summary":"£35/month billed annually","features":["Small business license","Unlimited downloads"],"minSeats":1,"commitment":"annual","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":35,"period":"month","currency":"GBP"}],"description":"For employees at small businesses with under 50 employees (excludes agencies, production, and broadcast companies)","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"credits":"6,000/month"}},{"free":false,"name":"Business","summary":"Custom pricing via sales contact","features":["Business license","Maker for Teams","Admin controls","Organization-wide coverage","$1 million indemnification","Broadcast & OTT licensing","Dedicated Customer Success Team","Strategic Support","Flexible invoicing and billing"],"minSeats":1,"description":"For teams and organizations requiring business licensing, indemnification, and expanded usage rights","contactSales":true}],"summary":"From £16/month billed annually","currency":"GBP","freeTier":false,"sourceUrl":"https://www.storyblocks.com/pricing","retrievedAt":"2026-09-28T21:08:01.650Z","startingPrice":{"amount":16,"period":"month","currency":"GBP"},"billingPeriods":["month","year"]}` |
| pricing.free_tier | yes | no |
| pricing.model | freemium | commercial |
| pricing.price_level | low | mid |
| pricing.starting_price | - | `{"amount":16,"currency":"GBP"}` |
| pricing.transparent | no | yes |
| security.gdpr | yes | yes |

## Capabilities (Stock Music)

| Capability | Epidemic Sound | Storyblocks |
|---|:--:|:--:|
| **Capabilities** |  |  |
| Youtube content id whitelisting | - | ✓ |
| Perpetual license after subscription ends | ✓ | - |
| Multitrack stems vocals drums isolated | - | - |
| Sound effects sfx library inclusion | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI music matching from uploaded reference | ✓ | - |
| Commercial broadcast tv radio licensing | - | ✓ |
| Adobe premiere native extension panel | - | ✓ |
| Wav aiff uncompressed lossless audio | - | - |
| Exclusive rights managed purchasing | - | - |
| SOC2 type ii | - | - |
| ISO 27001 | - | - |
| Pricing model | - | Flat monthly unlimited |

*Source: vioscaleAI. Generated 2026-10-16T20:15:29.105Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*