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Pond5

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Stock video, music, and effects.

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Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

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Key facts

Vendor
Pond5
Pricing
Subscription — From $25 once
Free tier
No
Platforms
Web, Api
Best for
Video Teams, Editors
Editor rating
4.5 / 5
Founded
2006
Headquarters
New York, New York

What is Pond5?

Pond5 is a media publishing tool from Pond5. Pond5 is a stock media marketplace specializing in video footage, music, sound effects, and motion graphics with royalty-free licensing.

Pond5 uses subscription pricing. From $25 once.

It's best suited to video-teams, editors and runs on Web, Api.

Standout strengths include deep video catalog, strong music and sfx, per-clip licensing. Worth weighing: per-clip cost adds up, no flat unlimited.

Pond5 pricing

Per clip
$25 once
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Custom
Custom
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Pros

  • Deep video catalog
  • Strong music and SFX
  • Per-clip licensing

Cons

  • Per-clip cost adds up
  • No flat unlimited

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Frequently asked questions

What is Pond5?

Pond5 is a stock media marketplace specializing in video footage, music, sound effects, and motion graphics with royalty-free licensing.

How much does Pond5 cost?

Pond5 is subscription-priced. Paid plans start at $25 once.

Does Pond5 have a free trial?

Pond5 does not advertise a free trial.

What platforms does Pond5 support?

Pond5 is available on Web, Api.