PremiumBeat vs Bensound – Here is what you need to know

Making videos or creating content is a long process that requires a lot of media, from moving images to music. This is where music libraries come in handy for content creators. We are here to help you finish the extra mile with your content by providing you with the best quality music that will enhance your content and leave your hands free concerning rights.

There are a few different libraries that can help you reach your goals and achieve the best videos you’ve ever made.

Let’s have a look at what differentiates PremiumBeat and Bensound so you can choose between both of them.

Catalog

First off, both libraries offer a variety of tracks that would fit your projects. No doubt that you’ll be able to find the one that you need.

While PremiumBeat’s extensive catalog may help you find SFX as well as music, Bensound has based its catalog on high-quality music.

Home Page

PremiumBeat’s homepage lets you have a grasp of what the platform can offer. You can browse through music by using the search bar but you will also have access to the “collections”, “moods”, and “genres” as well as the pricing.

On the other hand, Bensound lets you access the entire catalog with one click on the “Browse Music” button. Focusing on simplicity and efficiency, the browsing experience developed by Bensound will help you find the right track for your project. 

Filters

Both libraries let you find the right music that fits your project. PremiumBeat and Bensound have the same layout with all the filters on the left side of the screen and the possibility to access the browsing bar easily. On the one hand, PremiumBeat allows you to filter by Genres, Vocals, Mood, BPM, Duration, Artists, Instruments and other advanced filters. On the other hand, Bensound focuses your experience on the following filters: genres, mood, theme, instruments, energy level and duration. At Bensound, we strive to give you the easiest and most intuitive experience to help you choose the right track for your video.

Free Music

A specific feature we have at Bensound is the free music section. Accessible from the homepage, you can directly download music at no cost. The use is unlimited for online videos given the fact that they are free of charge and credited. Without having to commit, the free music section is here to help you find the right song. If you need more, licenses are available.

Licensing and Pricing

The pricing of the different licenses is different between both libraries. Here are the details :

Pay-per-track

PremiumBeat offers two types of licenses. The Standard License costs $49 and lets you use the music on the web, podcasts and personal projects. The Premium License costs $199 and allows the use on TV, apps, radio and games. Bensound’s pay-per-track options start at 34€ per track with the Standard License. The Premium License is 190€ . Pay-per-track options let you pay only for the track you need. It is perfect if you only need to use the service occasionally.

Subscriptions

If you need music for your projects on a regular basis, subscribing to one of the two platforms to download and use a larger amount of tracks may be the solution.

While PremiumBeat subscription costs US$64.95/month for 5 tracks per month, Bensound’s Subscription plans let you access the entire library with unlimited downloads. Depending on your use and the media you are using to broadcast your project, Bensound got you covered by providing you with three different All-Access subscriptions. If you only need to use the music on web videos, the cheapest subscription (144€ for a year) has you covered. If you want to have it all, you can opt for the Premium All Access Subscription for 480€ a year. You will then have access to unlimited downloads and use on every media you can imagine.

Conclusion

We hope this comparison between PremiumBeat and Bensound has helped you get a clearer vision of what you need for your videos. 

Feel free to take a closer look at Bensound, and see for yourself.