Envato Elements vs Freepik Premium
Quick answer
Choose Envato Elements if you need a wide range of asset types, especially audio, video, fonts and editable templates for other software; choose Freepik Premium if your work is mostly still images and you want vectors, PSD files and stock photos with AI image tools included. Both are download subscriptions for the length of the plan, with download limits set by each brand's own terms. Neither is an editor: you still need Canva, Photoshop, Premiere Pro or similar to use what you download.
LicenceBase sells both products, so this page is not neutral. Features are set by each brand and change over time. LicenceBase prices are read live from the store; brand list prices show the date they were checked on the brand's own site.
Prices in Canadian dollars
| Product | LicenceBase price (CAD) | Lowest per month | Brand's own price (reference) | Product page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Envato Elements |
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$5.16 on 12 Months | Elements Core: US$16.50/month (Listed as "from", on a yearly plan; excludes local tax)Checked Oct 2026 on Envato's site | View plans |
| Freepik Premium |
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$5.16 on 12 Months | Premium, monthly: CA$27.00/month (Tax extra)Checked Oct 2026 on Magnific (formerly Freepik)'s sitePremium, yearly: CA$240.00/year (Tax extra)Checked Oct 2026 on Magnific (formerly Freepik)'s site | View plans |
Brand prices are what the brand charges on its own Canadian site, shown for reference on the date given, before any tax the brand adds; follow the link for today's price. They are not LicenceBase prices: LicenceBase is an independent store, not the brand, and its plans are one-time payments for a fixed term, sold on different terms from the brand's own subscription. A brand price appears only where we have matched our product to the brand's plan.
Which should you choose?
Choose Envato Elements if
- You edit video and need music, sound effects or motion templates
- You want fonts alongside graphics in one subscription
- You use templates built for apps such as Premiere Pro, After Effects or Photoshop
- You need commercial-licence coverage for client work while subscribed
Choose Freepik Premium if
- Your work is mostly social graphics, print layouts or web visuals built from images
- You rely on vector illustrations and layered PSD files you can customize
- You want AI image tools in the same plan as your stock content
- You prefer one focused library over a broad multi-format catalogue
Key differences
| Feature | Envato Elements | Freepik Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Core focus | Broad: templates, graphics, fonts, audio and video | Still images: vectors, PSDs and stock photos |
| Audio and video | Listed as part of the plan | Not the focus; check before buying if you need it |
| AI tools | The asset library is the main draw | Premium AI image tools included |
| Licensing | Commercial-licence coverage while the subscription is active | Commercial use under Freepik's own licence terms |
| Best for | Video editors and multi-format creators | Designers and marketers working mainly with images |
| Plans at LicenceBase | 1, 3, 6 or 12 months | 1, 3, 6 or 12 months |
Breadth versus focus
Envato Elements and Freepik Premium make the same basic promise, a library you download from for a set period, but they spread it differently. Envato covers many formats under one plan: graphic templates, fonts, stock photos, music, sound effects, stock video and editable templates for design and video software. Freepik Premium concentrates on still imagery: vector illustrations, layered PSD files such as mockups, and stock photos, with premium AI image tools on top. If you only ever need images, much of Envato's breadth goes unused. If you edit video, Freepik's focus leaves gaps you would have to fill elsewhere.
Libraries, not editors
Neither subscription edits anything on its own. A Freepik vector still needs Illustrator, Canva or a similar app before you can change its text and colours, and many Envato video templates are built for Premiere Pro or After Effects. Before buying, check that the files you want match the software you already use. A designer working only in Canva will get the most from flat graphics and photos, while someone with Adobe Creative Cloud can make full use of layered PSDs, vector files and video templates.
Licences and paying in Canadian dollars
For client and commercial work, licensing matters as much as the files themselves. Envato's coverage applies while your subscription is active, so read its licence terms and keep a note of which downloads went into which project. Freepik Premium is also licensed for commercial use under Freepik's own terms, which are worth reading against the specifics of your project. On billing, Envato listed its own prices in US dollars when last checked, which means a currency conversion on a Canadian card and possibly a foreign transaction fee from your card issuer. At LicenceBase both are priced in CAD and paid once.
Pros and cons
Envato Elements
Pros
- Covers audio, video, fonts and templates as well as graphics
- Many templates built for Adobe video and design apps
- Commercial-licence coverage while the subscription is active
Cons
- Breadth is wasted if you only ever need images
- Licence coverage is tied to an active subscription
Freepik Premium
Pros
- Deep focus on vectors, PSD mockups and stock photos
- Premium AI image tools included in the plan
- Simple fit for image-led social and web design
Cons
- Not the obvious choice if you need music or video templates
- AI image tools generate images but do not replace an editor
Verdict
Envato Elements is the better pick for video editors and creators who need audio, fonts and software templates alongside graphics. Freepik Premium suits designers and marketers who work mainly with vectors, mockups and photos and want AI image tools in the same plan. If you are unsure, list the last ten assets you went looking for; the formats usually make the answer obvious.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for YouTube creators?
Envato Elements, in most cases, because it includes music, sound effects, stock video and video templates. Freepik is useful for thumbnails and channel art but is centred on still images.
Can I use the downloads for client work?
Both plans are meant for commercial use under each brand's own licence terms. Envato's coverage applies while the subscription is active, so read the terms that apply to your project before delivering it to a client.
Do I need design software to use these?
Yes. These are asset libraries, not editors. Depending on the file type you will need a tool such as Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator or Premiere Pro.
Which plan lengths are available?
Both come in 1, 3, 6 or 12 month plans at LicenceBase. Each is a single payment, and neither renews on its own.
