MediaValet vs Bynder

Which DAM delivers more?

Choosing between MediaValet and Bynder? Both are leading names in the DAM space, but when it comes to scalability, pricing, security, and customer success, MediaValet consistently comes out ahead. 

Below, we’ll break down how the two platforms compare, and where MediaValet gives organizations the edge they need. 

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Why do customers choose MediaValet over Bynder? 

MediaValet delivers better pricing, better scalability, and better security. See for yourself: 

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Transparent Pricing

MediaValet customers get unlimited admin and end users. Teams can grow, collaborate, and adopt the DAM freely—without extra budgeting. 

Bynder customers, however, must choose from tiered pricing and packages and confirm user counts in advance. Growth is possible, but it requires planning, budgeting, and additional costs for new users. 

Why choose MediaValet?

  • No hidden seat fees, no scaling penalties.
  • Unlimited admin and end users.
  • Pricing options from the first call with MediaValet.

AI That’s Truly Built In

MediaValet is built with AI at its core, helping you save time and uncover more value. Audio and video transcription, AI video tagging, face recognition, custom AI tags, and semantic search are all available dramatically reducing manual tagging and accelerate discovery. 

MediaValet’s AI highlights: 

  • AVI for video heavy workflows
  • Auto-tagging with rich, consistent metadata 
  • Duplicate detection and surfacing top-performing content  
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Faster Deployment and ROI

MediaValet customers see ROI in 11 months on average. Our faster onboarding and unlimited support reduce time to value. 

Especially against Bynder who’s customers average ROI in 15 months, with longer deployment cycles. 

How does MediaValet compare to Bynder?

  • Time to Go Live: MediaValet 3 months vs. Bynder 4 months
  • ROI: MediaValet 11 months vs. Bynder 15 months

Customer Service and Onboarding

Every MediaValet package includes tailored onboarding, admin and end-user training, unlimited technical support, and access to the MediaValet Academy. 

Bynder on the other hand, offers paid onboarding tiers and technical support is limited to email or form requests. 

How do customers rate MediaValet vs Bynder?

  • Quality of Support: MediaValet 94% vs Bynder 93% 
  • Ease of Setup: MediaValet 85% vs. Bynder 83% 
  • Ease of Admin: MediaValet 88% vs. Bynder 86% 
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The 2025 G2 DAM Vendor Report

See how MediaValet compares with other digital asset management platforms like Brandfolder, Bynder, and Canto. 

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Feature Comparison

MediaValet Leads in Critical Areas 

For teams managing a growing library of media assets, MediaValet delivers more than just storage; it provides faster setup, stronger governance, and tools designed to scale.

Compared to Bynder, MediaValet makes it easier to centralize, organize, and deliver content, while offering deeper insight and unmatched customer support.

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Hear from Our Customers 

Jack Nosella

MediaValet is constantly creating more efficiencies across different departments

Jack Nosella

Digital Marketing Manager MegaPro Tools

Ryan Holloway

Because of Face Recognition, I’ve reduced time finding images of people from over a week’s worth of work to just 30 minutes!

Ryan Holloway

Photographer & Digital Asset Manager Miami Dade

Bradley Jobling

This [MediaValet] is a great product at a great price.

Bradley Jobling

Columbia Business School

Michel Hales

I cannot say enough about the customer service we have experienced with MediaValet. They truly prioritize our company’s goals. Each individual we have dealt with has been educated and patient.

Michel Hales

Director of Operations Commando Advertising

Frequently asked questions

What’s the biggest difference between MediaValet and Bynder? 


The largest difference is scalability. MediaValet includes unlimited admin and end users, so your teams can grow without worrying about seat licenses. Bynder uses a tiered pricing model (Light, Regular, Heavy users) that requires budgeting for every new profile. 

Which platform is more secure, MediaValet or Bynder?


In short; MediaValet’s enterprise-grade security goes beyond PhotoShelter’s proprietary setup.  

MediaValet is built on Microsoft Azure, the most secure, scalable, and globally trusted cloud infrastructure available. Plus MediaValet has optional Canadian data residency.

– SOC 2 Type II compliance, ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, and FERPA readiness 
– Full encryption at rest and in transit using AES-256 and TLS 1.2+ 
– Enterprise Single Sign-On (SSO), SCIM provisioning, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and granular permissions across users and roles 
– Audit logs, custom retention policies, and full compliance toolkits for regulated industries like government, healthcare, and finance 

For organizations where data integrity, access control, and compliance aren’t just nice-to-haves — they’re non-negotiable — MediaValet provides peace of mind at scale. Bynder is built on AWS but doesn’t offer the same breadth of compliance coverage.

Does Bynder have the same AI functionality as MediaValet?


Not yet. While Bynder has announced generative AI tools, it doesn’t currently offer core DAM AI features like audio/video transcription, AI tagging, face recognition, or semantic search. MediaValet provides these out-of-the-box today.

How do MediaValet and Bynder handle brand guidelines?


to G2 reviews, MediaValet scores ahead of Bynder when it comes to Brand Guidelines: 89% vs 85%. And now, MediaValet has introduced Experience Portals, taking brand consistency even further.
These customizable, on-brand portals make it simple to share guidelines, logos, templates, and approved assets with internal teams or external partners—ensuring everyone works with the most up-to-date brand materials.

Bynder also offers brand guidelines, but MediaValet’s Experience Portals create a branded experience for asset distribution. This means marketing, creative, and external collaborators can instantly access the right assets in a secure, easy-to-navigate environment—without needing direct DAM access.

Ready to explore a better Bynder alternative? 

Choosing MediaValet is about more than storage; it’s about empowering your teams to work smarter, scale faster, and eliminate the friction that holds creativity back. If Bynder’s seat-based pricing, limited AI tools, or slower time-to-value are getting in your way, MediaValet is ready to help.

Book a demo today and see how we can help you:

  • Scale without limits with unlimited users 
  • Unlock AI capabilities that save hours every week
  • Accelerate ROI and get campaigns to market faster