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Sprout Studio alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Sprout Studio alternative is HoneyBook (2.6 GPA). The best free one is Pixieset (2.6 GPA).

Sprout Studio compared with 5 alternatives: 17hats, Studio Ninja, HoneyBook, Dubsado and Pixieset.

Sprout Studio is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $19 per month (Lite; billing period not stated). 1 of the 5 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 4 more offer a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
Sprout StudioThis toolFree trial · from $19/moTrial onlyWeb
17hatsFree trial · from $60/moTrial onlyWeb
Studio NinjaFree trial · from $16/moTrial onlyWeb, iOS, Android
HoneyBookFree trial · from $29/moTrial onlyWeb, iOS, Android
DubsadoFree trial · from $335/yrTrial onlyWeb, iOS, Android
PixiesetFree plan · from $12/moYesWeb, iOS, Android

Price against what you get

Sprout Studio starts at $19 a month and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 2 of the 5 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Studio Ninja and Pixieset.

17hats, HoneyBook and Dubsado score higher without starting lower.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$1$2$5$10$20$50$100$200$500More for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessSprout Studio17hatsStudio NinjaHoneyBookDubsadoPixieset

What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →

  • The best score at each price
  • Has a free plan
  • No free plan
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How each one differs from Sprout Studio

  1. 17hats

    CRM and small business manager with invoicing, booking and texting

    • 17hats starts at $60 per month, billed monthly ($600 billed yearly).
    • 17hats also covers sales pipeline, quotes and estimates and sMS marketing.
    • 17hats does not cover file sharing and email campaigns, which Sprout Studio does.

    Suits: Solo service businesses such as photographers, coaches and designers

    17hats vs Sprout Studio17hats pricing and details

  2. Studio Ninja

    Studio management and CRM for photographers and videographers

    • Studio Ninja starts at $16 per month, billed monthly ($160 billed yearly).
    • Studio Ninja also lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Studio Ninja also covers tasks, sales pipeline and quotes and estimates.
    • Studio Ninja does not cover file sharing and email campaigns, which Sprout Studio does.

    Suits: Photographers and videographers running their own studio

    Studio Ninja vs Sprout StudioStudio Ninja pricing and details

  3. HoneyBook

    Client management, contracts and payments for independents

    • HoneyBook starts at $29 / month, billed yearly ($36 billed monthly).
    • HoneyBook also lists iOS and Android apps.
    • HoneyBook also covers templates, booking links and sales pipeline.
    • HoneyBook does not cover file sharing, email campaigns and appointment booking, which Sprout Studio does.

    Suits: Photographers, event planners and other independents who book clients

    HoneyBook vs Sprout StudioHoneyBook pricing and details

  4. Dubsado

    Client management, contracts and invoicing for service businesses

    • Dubsado starts at $335 / year for Starter ($35 billed monthly).
    • Dubsado also lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Dubsado also covers templates, booking links, time tracking and reports.
    • Dubsado does not cover file sharing, email campaigns and appointment booking, which Sprout Studio does.

    Suits: Photographers, planners, designers, coaches and similar service providers

    Dubsado vs Sprout StudioDubsado pricing and details

  5. Pixieset

    Client galleries, booking and studio CRM for photographers

    • Pixieset starts at $12 per month for Studio Manager Plus, billed annually ($15 billed monthly).
    • Pixieset has a free plan, which Sprout Studio lacks.
    • Pixieset also lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Pixieset also covers calendar, quotes and estimates and online store.
    • Pixieset does not cover workflow automation, file sharing and email campaigns, which Sprout Studio does.

    Suits: Photographers who want galleries, booking and client paperwork in one account

    Pixieset vs Sprout StudioPixieset pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Sprout Studio

  • Active shoots and galleries are capped at 10 on Lite and 20 on Basic, and storage ranges from 50GB to unlimited by plan.
  • Lite, Basic and Pro include 3 users and 2 brands; unlimited users and brands need the Unlimited plan.
  • The page lists USD and CAD prices side by side and does not say whether the monthly figure is for monthly or annual billing.
  • Built for photographers rather than as a general-purpose CRM.
Sprout Studio pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Sprout Studio?

The alternatives to Sprout Studio in this directory are 17hats, Studio Ninja, HoneyBook, Dubsado and Pixieset. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Sprout Studio.

Is there a free alternative to Sprout Studio?

Yes. Pixieset has a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Sprout Studio alternatives work on Android?

The Sprout Studio listing does not include an Android app. Studio Ninja, HoneyBook, Dubsado and Pixieset list one.

Which Sprout Studio alternatives work on iOS?

The Sprout Studio listing does not include an iOS app. Studio Ninja, HoneyBook, Dubsado and Pixieset list one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 6, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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