Soundraw vs Storyblocks
A side-by-side look at Soundraw 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
| Soundraw | Storyblocks | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free plan | Pricing shown in CAD on site. Unlimited All Access (includes music) approx. CAD $42/month annually. 7-day free trial available. |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Best for | Podcasters and video creators who want unique, custom-sounding music that won't be heard on other shows | Video producers and multimedia creators who need stock footage and audio together under one subscription |
| Founded | 2021 | 2009 |
Key features
Soundraw
- AI-generated music customizable by genre, mood, tempo, and length
- Unique tracks - no one else will have the same output
- Royalty-free commercial license on paid plans
- Free plan available for previewing and generating (no downloads)
- New AI models and styles added regularly
- Artist and Creator plan tiers for different use cases
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
Soundraw
Pros
- Generated tracks are unique - no catalog overlap with other creators
- Best affiliate program in category - 30% recurring, 90-day cookie
- Free plan to test before subscribing
Cons
- AI-generated output lacks the emotional specificity of hand-composed music
- Not suitable when you need a specific licensed artist or genre sound
- Creator plan restricts commercial advertising use
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 Soundraw if
Podcasters and video creators who want unique, custom-sounding music that won't be heard on other shows.
Soundraw solves a real problem: catalog fatigue. If you've heard the same Epidemic Sound lo-fi track on 40 YouTube videos, Soundraw's AI generation gives you something nobody else has. The output quality is genuinely good for background music - instrumental,…
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…