Starts atFreemium, from $199/mo
- Free plan
- Free trial14 days
Head-to-head
Filestage vs Frame.io: which review tool for a video team?
At a glance
Starts atFreemium
- Free plan
Frame.io is cheaper for a small video team: free for 2 members and 2 GB, then Pro at $15 per member a month with 2 TB. Filestage charges per team: free for 1 active project and 5 new files a month, then Starter at $199/month for 10 team members. Filestage covers more file types and approval steps. Frame.io is built for video editors.
Quick verdict
Side-by-side comparison
| Detail | Filestage | Frame.io |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | 1 active project, 5 new files/mo, 2 GB, 10 team members | 2 members, 2 GB, 2 projects |
| Entry paid plan | Starter: $199/mo, 10 team members, 1 TB | Pro: $15 per member/mo, up to 5 members, 2 TB + 2 TB per extra member |
| Next plan | Business: $329/mo, 3 TB | Team: $25 per member/mo, up to 15 members, 3 TB |
| Yearly billing | Two months free on yearly plans | Annual saves 13% |
| Trial | 14 days, no card, then drops to Free | Free trial offered; length not stated on Frame.io's pricing page (checked 16 Oct 2026) |
| Video tools | Timestamped comments, safe zone check, voice summary | Share links, Camera to Cloud, transcription and captions |
| Guest reviewers | No account needed | No account needed |
| Best for | Marketing approval flows | Video editors and small studios |
For creators working with editors
If you hire an editor for your Shorts or YouTube videos, you need a place to leave notes on the cut. Frame.io Free covers you and one editor. A two-person Pro setup is $30 a month. Filestage's video safe zone check helps you see if captions sit under TikTok or Reels buttons.
How to choose
- Count reviewers who need a seat. Two or fewer? Frame.io Free.
- Five or fewer video people? Frame.io Pro.
- Many reviewers and file types? Filestage Starter.
- Try Filestage's 14-day trial with a real project.
Common questions
Is Frame.io free?
Yes, for 2 members, 2 GB and 2 projects.
How much is Filestage?
Starter is $199/month and Business is $329/month. There is also a free plan with 1 active project.
Can clients review without an account?
Yes on both. Reviewers do not need an account.
Related: team review tools.
Sources: filestage.io/pricing, frame.io/pricing. Checked on 16 October 2026. Based on published plans and terms, not a hands-on test.