Storyblocks
Unlimited stock media bundle including music and sound effects
Best for: Video producers and multimedia creators who need stock footage and audio together under one subscription
Free trial Visit StoryblocksStoryblocks is a Washington DC-based subscription platform covering stock video footage, photos, templates, music, and sound effects under one plan. Music and sound effects are included in the Unlimited All Access and higher tiers. It positions itself as a broad-purpose stock media library rather than a music-first product, which means the audio catalog is less curated than dedicated music services.
Key features
- 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
Our take
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 music and SFX alongside footage and templates. For podcasters who only need audio, it's overkill - you're paying the video premium for a music library that is noticeably thinner and less curated than Epidemic Sound or Artlist. The affiliate program situation is murky; most affiliate aggregators report no public program exists.
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
Storyblocks pricing
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essentials | - | - | Approx. CAD $30/month billed annually. Video, photos, templates only - no music. |
| Unlimited All Access | - | - | Approx. CAD $42/month billed annually (roughly USD $31). Adds music, sound effects, voiceover tool. |
| Small Business | - | - | Approx. CAD $56/month billed annually. Adds small business license. |
| Business | - | - | Custom pricing. Broadcast rights, indemnification, dedicated support. |
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