Head-to-head
Frame.io vs ReviewStudio
An honest, feature-by-feature look at Frame.io and ReviewStudio for creative teams — where each is stronger, what they cost, and what neither includes.
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Where Frame.io and ReviewStudio differ
Of the 8 capabilities creative teams typically stitch together, Frame.io fully includes 2 and ReviewStudio fully includes 2.
Built-in Chat
ReviewStudio partially covers built-in chat; Frame.io doesn't include it.
AI Assistant (kloudie)
Frame.io partially covers ai assistant (kloudie); ReviewStudio doesn't include it.
What neither includes
Whichever you pick, you'll still be stitching tools around it for the rest of the workflow. kloudboard includes all of the below in the same workspace:
- Kanban Boards
- Built-in Chat
- Freelancer Payments
- File Storage & Drive
- Calendar & Scheduling
- AI Assistant (kloudie)
Frequently asked questions
Is Frame.io or ReviewStudio better for creative teams?
Frame.io and ReviewStudio cover a similar amount of the workflow — of the 8 capabilities creative teams typically stitch together, each fully includes 2. The comparison table above shows exactly where they differ.
How much do Frame.io and ReviewStudio cost?
Frame.io's free plan caps you at 2 members, 2 projects, and just 2GB of storage; the entry Pro plan runs $15/member/month (up to 5 members, 2TB base + 2TB per member, ~13% off annually), and the Team plan is $25/member/month (up to 15 members, 3TB base). ReviewStudio's free Starter plan gives unlimited users and guests but only 5 GB total storage and 3 active reviews; paid plans run $15/user/mo (Pro, 25 GB & 10 reviews per user) and $25/user/mo (Advanced, 50 GB & unlimited reviews per user, API + automations), with SSO and custom domain reserved for Enterprise.
What do both Frame.io and ReviewStudio lack?
Neither fully includes kanban boards, built-in chat, freelancer payments, file storage & drive, calendar & scheduling and ai assistant (kloudie). kloudboard includes all of these in one workspace, with a free plan for up to 5 members.
Is there one tool that replaces both Frame.io and ReviewStudio?
kloudboard combines kanban boards, frame-accurate video and image review, built-in chat (with Slack, Discord, and WhatsApp bridging), freelancer payments, file storage, calendar, and a free AI assistant in one workspace — free forever for up to 5 members, with Pro at a flat $20/member/mo.
Skip the trade-off
Instead of choosing between Frame.io and ReviewStudio, get boards, review, chat, and payments in one workspace. Free forever for up to 5 members — no credit card required.
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