Best Video Licensing & Syndication Platforms for Publishers
Shutterstock Editorial alternatives
8 tools scored in the same category. 6 score higher than Shutterstock Editorial's 2.9/5.
Ranked by independent composite score, not by payment. Nobody on this page paid to be here.
AFP's global video, photo and text licensing portal
Scores 0.5 higher than Shutterstock Editorial
Broadcast and digital video from the AP
Scores 0.5 higher than Shutterstock Editorial
Multi-source licensed video, photo and text feed
Scores 0.4 higher than Shutterstock Editorial
Verified UGC sourcing and licensing for newsrooms
Scores 0.4 higher than Shutterstock Editorial
Premium licensed editorial and archive video
Scores 0.2 higher than Shutterstock Editorial
Business and markets video licensing
Scores 0.2 higher than Shutterstock Editorial
Common questions
What is the best alternative to Shutterstock Editorial?
On Benchmark Grid's independent scoring, AFP Forum is the highest-scoring alternative in Best Video Licensing & Syndication Platforms for Publishers at 3.4/5, against Shutterstock Editorial at 2.9/5. Which is right for you depends on your publication's size, revenue model and vertical.
Why would a publisher move away from Shutterstock Editorial?
Our assessment didn't flag significant limitations. Publishers usually move for cost or fit reasons rather than capability.
Are these alternatives ranked by paid placement?
No. Every tool here is ranked by a composite score set by SODP's editorial team across 12 criteria. Vendors cannot pay for inclusion, for a score, or for a position on this page.
