Head-to-head · Stock Video Websites
Pexels vs Mixkit
Pexels leads on 1 check, Mixkit on 2, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Free planboth
- Most featuresMixkit · 2 of 3
Our editors rank Pexels at #4 and Mixkit at #6 for stock video websites; Pexels and Mixkit have no rubric score yet (facts researched, not yet scored), so the checks below decide.
Mixkit offers commercial license; Pexels doesn't publish it. Mixkit offers editorial footage; Pexels doesn't publish it. Pexels offers api access; Mixkit doesn't publish it.
Pexels is the better fit for free video with apps and API access. Mixkit is the better fit for unlimited free HD and 4K footage.
- Pexels fits best
Free video with apps and API access
- Mixkit fits best
Unlimited free HD and 4K footage
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Side by side
| Feature | Pexels —/10 Visit ↗ | Mixkit —/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | — | — |
| Ranking | #4 in Stock Video Websites | #6 in Stock Video Websites |
| Best for | Free video with apps and API access | Unlimited free HD and 4K footage |
| Pricing model | Free | Free |
| Starting price | Not published | Not published |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Pexels 1/3 · Mixkit 2/3 | ||
| Commercial license | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Editorial footage | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| API access | ✓ (best) | Not published |
| Specs | ||
| Maximum resolution | Not published | 4k |
| License type | Not published | Royalty-free |
| Buying model | Not published | Not published |
| Monthly downloads | Not published | Not published |
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| Our verdict | Pexels is a free stock media website for individuals, businesses, creators, and developers. Its searchable photo and video libraries are supported by curated content feeds, collections, creator profiles, and downloads for personal and… Read the review → |
Mixkit is a web-based library of free stock video footage, music, sound effects, templates, and digital art. It suits hobbyists, creators, and professional users who need downloadable footage for video projects without a subscription. The… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Pexels — where it wins
- Free searchable video and photo libraries
- RESTful JSON API for websites and applications
- Apps, browser tools, and design integrations
Where it doesn't
- Focused on media discovery and downloads rather than editing
- API users need development work to embed media
- Vector-themed results are not presented as a verified vector format
Mixkit — where it wins
- Unlimited downloads of HD and 4K video footage
- No-watermark downloads with no attribution required for video use
- Vertical clips and searchable footage categories for varied projects
Where it doesn't
- Available through the web rather than a broader platform range
- Restricted License items are for personal, non-commercial use
- Focused on asset downloads rather than editing or production tools
- Pexels—/10 · Free plan
A free stock media library with apps, integrations, collections, and API access.
Visit PexelsFull verdict → - Mixkit—/10 · Free plan
A free, web-based source for unlimited HD and 4K stock video downloads.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026