Musicbed vs Storyblocks
A side-by-side look at Musicbed and Storyblocks for podcasters: pricing, features, and where each one wins.
Storyblocks
Unlimited stock media bundle including music and sound effects
Pricing shown in CAD on site. Unlimited All Access (includes music) approx. CAD $42/month annually. 7-day free trial available.
Visit StoryblocksAt a glance
| Musicbed | Storyblocks | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $30/mo | Pricing shown in CAD on site. Unlimited All Access (includes music) approx. CAD $42/month annually. 7-day free trial available. |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Best for | Professional podcasters, agencies, and video producers who need premium music quality and broad commercial rights | Video producers and multimedia creators who need stock footage and audio together under one subscription |
| Founded | 2011 | 2009 |
Key features
Musicbed
- Curated catalog of premium, artist-vetted tracks
- Licensing covers podcast, film, video, broadcast TV, and ads
- Individual and business plan tiers
- Per-song sync licenses available for one-off needs
- API access for enterprise integrations
- Artist discovery and direct licensing support
Storyblocks
- Unlimited downloads of music, sound effects, and video footage
- AI video and image generation tools
- Adobe Creative Cloud plugin
- Video editing tools built in
- 8K/4K/HD stock footage
- Photos, vectors, and templates included
Pros and cons
Musicbed
Pros
- Highest catalog quality in the category
- Broad commercial licensing including broadcast and ads
- Strong affiliate program via Impact
Cons
- Significantly more expensive than competitors
- Pricing tiers are opaque until you specify your use case
- No free tier or trial mentioned publicly
Storyblocks
Pros
- Single subscription covers video, audio, and graphics
- Unlimited downloads on all paid plans
- Strong stock footage library
Cons
- Music catalog is thinner and less curated than dedicated services
- Annual billing required for advertised monthly rates
- No dedicated podcast-specific features or safelisting tools
The verdict
Choose Musicbed if
Professional podcasters, agencies, and video producers who need premium music quality and broad commercial rights.
Musicbed has the best music quality in the category - the artists are real, the tracks sound like they belong in a film score or editorial, and the licensing covers everything from podcasts to broadcast TV. The price reflects that:…
Choose Storyblocks if
Video producers and multimedia creators who need stock footage and audio together under one subscription.
Storyblocks is the right choice if you need both video and audio assets and don't want to pay for two services. The Unlimited All Access plan at roughly $42/month (annual, in CAD on their site - approximately $31 USD) covers…