BrandBird.app ◆
BrandBird.app is a screenshot editor that turns raw screenshots into polished social media graphics with backgrounds, 3D effects, and device mockups.
Free·Free · from $15/mo
About Stencil
What is Stencil?
Stencil is an online graphic design tool built for speed. It solves the problem of creating polished social media images, blog headers, ads, and more in under a minute—no design skills needed. Instead of juggling separate photo stocks and complex software, you pick a background from 5 million+ royalty-free photos or 1,350+ templates, add text overlays, and export instantly.
Who is it for (and not for)?
Stencil is ideal for social media managers, bloggers, small business owners, and entrepreneurs who need daily visuals without a design budget. It is not suited for professional graphic designers needing advanced vector editing or complex multi-layer compositions—for that, look at Canva or Adobe Express.
Real use cases
Schedule consistent Instagram posts by saving brand kits (fonts, colors, logos) and exporting directly to Buffer or Hootsuite. Bloggers can create featured images from within WordPress using the plugin. Marketers can resize ads for different platforms in seconds with 140+ preset sizes.
Key features
- 5M+ stock photos — Access a huge library of royalty-free images without leaving the editor
- 1,350+ templates — Pre-sized for Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and more
- Brand kits — Save your logo, fonts, and colors for one-click consistency
- Text overlay tools — Add, resize, and style text with 7,750+ Google Web Fonts or upload your own
- Direct integrations — Send images to Buffer, Hootsuite, and other schedulers
- Background remover — Remove image backgrounds with a single click
- Browser extensions — Create images from Chrome or Firefox toolbars
Stencil Pricing
Stencil pricing: Free · from $12/mo. Billing model: Freemium.
Free ($0/mo)
Up to 10 saved images per month, limited photos/icons, upload up to 50 images, 10 collections, 10 favorites, 10 Instagram SMS/month.
Pro ($9/mo billed annually, $15/mo monthly)
Up to 50 saved images per month, 5M+ photos, 3.1M+ icons, 1,350+ templates, 7,750+ fonts, logo/watermarks, font uploads, premium support, 250 uploads, 25 collections, 100 favorites, 25 Instagram SMS/month.
Unlimited ($12/mo billed annually, $20/mo monthly)
All Pro features plus unlimited saved images, unlimited uploads, unlimited collections, unlimited favorites, 100 Instagram SMS/month. Includes 7-day money-back guarantee.
Frequently asked questions
Is Stencil free to use?
Yes, Stencil has a free plan that always costs $0/mo, letting you save up to 10 images per month with limited photos and icons.
How much does Stencil cost per month?
Stencil's paid plans start at $12/mo (billed annually) or $20/mo monthly for the Unlimited plan. Pro is $9/mo annually or $15/mo monthly.
Who is Stencil best for?
Stencil is best for social media managers, bloggers, and small business owners who need fast, consistent social graphics without hiring a designer.
What are the top alternatives to Stencil?
Popular alternatives include Canva (more advanced editing, pricier), Adobe Express (vector features), and Snappa (simpler, fewer templates).
Does Stencil have a free trial?
Yes, all paid plans include a 7-day money-back guarantee, effectively letting you try Stencil risk-free for a week.
Can I share my Stencil account with my team?
Each subscription is for one user only. Sharing with virtual assistants within your organization is allowed, but not with other organizations.
