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Zenfolio alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Zenfolio alternative is SmugMug (2.4 GPA). The best free one is Pic-Time (2.4 GPA). The catch, in its listing's words: "10 GB photo storage (reduced to 3 GB after 3 months)."
Zenfolio compared with 7 alternatives: SmugMug, Pixpa, PhotoDeck, Pic-Time, Format and 2 more.
Zenfolio is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $7 per month, billed annually ($9 billed monthly). 2 of the 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 5 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZenfolioThis tool | Free trial · from $7/mo | Trial only | Web |
| SmugMug | Free trial · from $20/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Pixpa | Free trial · from $5.40/mo | Trial only | Web |
| PhotoDeck | Free trial · from $12/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Pic-Time | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Format | Free trial · from $10/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS |
| Crevado | Free plan · from €7/mo | Yes | Web |
| PhotoShelter | Free trial · from $10/mo | Trial only | Web |
Price against what you get
Zenfolio starts at $7 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 7 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
SmugMug scores higher without starting lower. Pixpa starts lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
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
How each one differs from Zenfolio
SmugMug
Photo storage, portfolio sites and print sales for photographers
- SmugMug starts at $20 per month, billed annually (Direct).
- SmugMug also lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- SmugMug also covers no-code.
- SmugMug does not cover appointment booking and print on demand, which Zenfolio does.
Suits: Photographers who sell prints and downloads to clients
Pixpa
Portfolio sites, client galleries and a store in one plan
- Pixpa starts at $5.40 per month, billed yearly ($9 billed monthly).
- Pixpa also covers popups.
- Pixpa does not cover appointment booking and print on demand, which Zenfolio does.
Suits: Photographers who deliver and sell images to clients
PhotoDeck
Photographer websites with client galleries and print sales
- PhotoDeck starts at $12 per month, billed annually ($15 billed quarterly).
- PhotoDeck does not cover templates and appointment booking, which Zenfolio does.
Suits: Working photographers who want a portfolio site, proofing and a store in one place
Pic-Time
Client galleries and a print store for photographers
- Pic-Time starts at $7 per month, billed annually ($8 billed monthly).
- Pic-Time has a free plan, which Zenfolio lacks.
- Pic-Time also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Pic-Time also covers marketing automation.
- Pic-Time does not cover templates, appointment booking and digital downloads, which Zenfolio does.
Suits: Wedding and event photographers delivering galleries and selling prints
Format
Portfolio website builder for photographers and other creatives
- Format starts at $10 per month, billed annually ($14 billed monthly).
- Format also lists an iOS app.
- Format also covers no-code.
- Format does not cover appointment booking, online store, digital downloads and print on demand, which Zenfolio does.
Suits: Photographers who deliver proofs and files to clients from their own site
Crevado
Free portfolio builder for photographers and artists
- Crevado starts at €7 per month.
- Crevado has a free plan, which Zenfolio lacks.
- Crevado also covers no-code and web analytics.
- Crevado does not cover templates, file sharing, appointment booking, digital downloads and print on demand, which Zenfolio does.
Suits: Photographers and illustrators who want a free portfolio site
PhotoShelter
Photo storage, delivery and portfolio sites for photographers
- PhotoShelter starts at $10 per month, billed annually ($12.99 billed monthly).
- PhotoShelter does not cover appointment booking, which Zenfolio does.
Suits: Photographers with large libraries to store and search
Limits worth knowing in Zenfolio
- Selling adds a Zenfolio commerce fee plus payment processing (Stripe 2.9% + $0.30, PayPal 3.49% + $0.49), and downloads carry a small per-file fee.
- Booking and scheduling costs $10 a month extra on Basic and Professional.
- Refunds are described as a courtesy within 30 days of signup or annual renewal; monthly plans are not refunded.
- Storage is 15 GB on Basic and 150 GB on Professional, with extra storage sold as an add-on.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Zenfolio?
The alternatives to Zenfolio in this directory are SmugMug, Pixpa, PhotoDeck, Pic-Time, Format, Crevado and PhotoShelter. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Zenfolio.
Is there a free alternative to Zenfolio?
Yes. Pic-Time and Crevado have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Zenfolio alternatives work on Windows?
The Zenfolio listing does not include a Windows app. SmugMug lists one.
Which Zenfolio alternatives work on macOS?
The Zenfolio listing does not include a macOS app. SmugMug lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Nov 9, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.