GoDAM vs Premio Folders – Which Is the Best WordPress Media Library Plugin?

If your WordPress Media Library has grown so large that finding the right file feels like a never-ending scroll, it’s time to bring some order to your media workflow. A good media library plugin can help you organize your images, videos, and other files into structured folders & subfolders, bookmark frequently accessed folders and streamline your entire media workflow, saving time and boosting productivity.

There are several WordPress media library organizer plugins available, that can help you organize your media library, but in this post, we’ll compare two of the popular options: Premio Folders, which focuses mainly on media organization, and GoDAM, which not only helps you organize files but also offers integrated solutions for cloud storage, CDN delivery, WordPress video transcoding and interactive video marketing tools.

Features and pricing compared

Premio Folders offers media library management with unlimited folders in its free version, along with drag-and-drop organization, bulk media operations, and media replacement. However, features like creating subfolders, downloading folders as ZIP files, bookmarking and folder locking are only available in the Pro plan, which starts at $69 per year for a single site.

GoDAM provides most of the above-mentioned features for free, including unlimited folders & subfolders, drag-and-drop management, bulk actions, ZIP downloads, bookmarking and folder locking. Its optional paid plans start at $9 per month (or $90 per year for unlimited sites & users) which covers advanced capabilities like cloud storage, global CDN delivery, and video transcoding, only if and when you need them.

GoDAM vs Premio Folders comparison table

Feature	GoDAM (Free)	Premio Folders (Free)
Create unlimited folders	✅	✅
Create unlimited subfolders	✅	Only available in paid plans
Drag and drop media	✅	✅
Rename, move, or delete folders	✅	✅
Bulk file operations (move or delete)	✅	✅
Folder locking	✅	Only available in paid plans
Bookmark favorite folders	✅	✅
Download folder as ZIP	✅	Only available in paid plans
Upload folders from your PC	❌	✅
Video gallery	✅	❌
Image gallery	❌	✅
Replace media	❌	✅
Folders access management	❌	✅
Embed forms & CTAs in videos layers	✅	❌
Customizable video player	✅	❌
Video monetization	✅	❌
Manage & sync media across multiple WordPress installs	Only available in paid plans	❌
Cloud storage & CDN delivery	Only available in paid plans	❌
Video transcoding	Only available in paid plans	❌
Video watermark	Only available in paid plans	❌
Video analytics	Only available in paid plans	❌
Adaptive bitrate video streaming	Only available in paid plans	❌

GoDAM plugin pros and cons

Pros:

• All essential media management tools are free – including unlimited folders, subfolders, drag-and-drop organization, bulk file operations, folder locking, and ZIP downloads
• Advanced video features built-in – includes video galleries, customizable video players, and the ability to embed forms, CTAs, and ads directly into videos
• Video marketing ready – supports lead generation, monetization, and engagement through interactive video layers
• Scalable performance – optional upgrades for cloud storage, CDN delivery, video transcoding, and analytics
• Cross-site management – can connect and sync media across multiple WordPress installs (Pro feature)

Cons:

• No image gallery feature yet, which some users may need for photo-heavy sites
• Media replacement and access management not included
• Some advanced tools like cloud storage, CDN, and analytics require a paid plan
• Missing media replacement feature (though it’s in GoDAM’s roadmap)

Premio Folders plugin pros and cons

Pros:

• Simple media organization – great for users who only need to arrange and manage files
• Allows folder upload directly from PC – which is convenient for setting up large folder structures
• Includes image gallery and media replacement – useful for sites needing photo galleries or updating files frequently
• Access management available – suitable for multi-user WordPress environments

Cons:

• Many essential features are locked behind the paid plan, including subfolders, folder locking, and ZIP downloads
• No video support as it lacks video processing like transcoding or tool for video marketing
• No built-in performance optimization or CDN integration

Quick summary

If your primary goal is to organize media on WordPress into well-structured folders, the Premio Folders plugin is a great choice. It’s clean, easy to use, and delivers exactly what it promises.

However, if you’re looking for a plugin that goes beyond organization, GoDAM is a strong alternative to Premio Folders and offers unlimited folders & subfolders, bookmarking, drag-and-drop and locking features for free.

It also combines cloud storage, global CDN and advanced video-focused features like interactive video layers, analytics, transcoding, and AI-powered captions and more, making it an excellent option for WordPress users who work extensively with videos or handle large media libraries.

Links: GoDAM Free vs Pro | Features | Documentation