Pixieset vs ShootProof (2026): which should you pick?
As of Nov 13, 2026, Pixieset grades higher than ShootProof: 2.6 against 2.0 out of 4.0.
Checked Nov 13, 2026 · graded Nov 13, 2026 by ToolGPA
Pixieset grades higher on value for money, features and platforms. They get the same grade on the free plan and ease of use.
Price, platforms and features side by side. The table says where each price was read and when.
Pixieset
Client galleries, booking and studio CRM for photographers
ShootProof
Client galleries, print sales and studio tools for photographers
Which one is for you
Pick Pixieset if
- Fits if you are a photographer who wants contracts, booking and invoices in one app
- Works for studios that also deliver galleries through Pixieset
Look elsewhere if
- Tight if you stay free: 3 contracts and 1 session type
- Pricey if you need galleries and a store too, as each product is billed separately
- Watch out: free accounts pay 15% commission on store sales
- Skip it if you need integrations, as none are listed
Pick ShootProof if
- Fits if you are a photographer who sells prints to clients
- Works for those starting on a 100-photo free plan
Look elsewhere if
- Tight if you stay free, as it stops at 100 photos and has no video or invoicing
- Too light for a general sales pipeline, as the CRM features are photographer-focused
- Watch out: the plan prices on the page were part of a sale ending 12/1/2026
- Watch out: storage runs from 20 GB on Starter up to unlimited photos plus 150 GB video on Premium
How we grade them
| 2.6GPAPixiesetGood | 2.0GPAShootProofFair | |
|---|---|---|
| Value for money | BStudio Manager Plus is $12 a month billed annually, inside the category's cheaper quarter that starts at $15. Pro is $18, and gallery storage and other products are priced separately. | CPlan prices could not be read: the page ran a 50% Cyber November sale ending 12/1/2026. That leaves it in the middle by default. |
| Free plan and trial | CA free plan with unlimited invoices, 3 contracts, 3 quotes or questionnaires and 1 session type. A working studio will hit those caps. | CThe free plan stores 100 photos with unlimited client galleries and commission-free print sales. It has no video, invoicing or e-signed contracts. |
| Features | BContacts, a project board, contracts, quotes, questionnaires, a booking site, invoices and a mobile app. Nothing in the listing is missing from a photographer's studio work. | CClient galleries, print and download sales, invoicing, contracts, booking and email marketing. Its CRM features are lighter than a general sales CRM. |
| Ease of use | CNo store rating on record. A web app where you build session types, contracts and booking forms. | CA web app where you set up galleries, with no store rating on record. |
| Platforms and integrations | BWeb, iPhone and Android. No integrations are listed. | CWeb only on the listing, though it mentions a branded mobile gallery app, and no integrations are listed. |
| Best for | client booking and studio management for photographers | photographers who sell galleries and prints |
The GPA is the average of the five grades: an A is 4 points, an F is none. The full reasons are on each tool's page: Pixieset and ShootProof. How we grade
Where they differ
- Pixieset also covers calendar, forms, quotes and estimates and appointment booking.
- ShootProof also covers booking links, file sharing, email campaigns and digital downloads.
At a glance
| Pixieset | ShootProof | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free plan | Free plan |
| Starts at | $12 per month for Studio Manager Plus, billed annually ($15 billed monthly) | Not published |
| Free plan | Studio Manager Free: unlimited invoices, 3 contracts, 3 quotes or questionnaires, 1 session type, a booking site and online payments. | 100 photos, unlimited client galleries, a simple portfolio website and commission-free print sales. |
| Free trial | None listed | None listed |
| Web | ||
| iOS | ||
| Android | ||
| Made by | Pixieset | ShootProof |
| Price read from | pixieset.com | Not confirmed |
| Checked | Nov 13, 2026 | Nov 13, 2026 |
Worth knowing
Pixieset
- Each product is priced separately; Client Gallery starts at $8 a month billed annually and runs to $40 for unlimited storage.
- The free Studio Manager plan caps contracts and quotes at 3 and session types at 1.
- Free accounts pay a 15% commission on store sales; upgraded plans pay none.
- Add-ons cost extra, such as Photo Editor at $12 a month and extra email campaigns at $10 a month per 5,000.
ShootProof
- Plan prices could not be read reliably: the page runs a Cyber November sale (50% off) that expires 12/1/2026.
- The free plan stores 100 photos and has no video, invoicing, e-signed contracts or multiple brands.
- Storage tiers run from 20 GB on Starter to unlimited photos plus 150 GB of video on Premium.
- It is aimed at photographers; its CRM features are lighter than a general sales CRM.
Key features
Pixieset
- Contacts and project board
- Tracks clients, leads and other connections, with a visual project board organized by stage and a built-in calendar.
- Contracts, quotes and questionnaires
- Branded documents with e-signatures, with templates for documents and emails and reminders for unsigned items.
- Booking site
- A booking page where clients see availability, book sessions and pay a full amount or retainer; includes a mini-sessions creator.
- Invoices and payments
- Online payments by card and digital wallet, payment schedules and reminders, tips, and Tap to Pay in the mobile app.
- Client Gallery and Store
- Separate Client Gallery plans for delivering photos, with a gallery storefront; free accounts pay 15% commission on store sales.
- Mobile app
- A Studio Manager app for iPhone and Android for tracking bookings and payments.
ShootProof
- Client galleries
- Unlimited galleries with your logo and watermark, digital download controls, slideshows and reels.
- Selling prints and downloads
- Set your own prices, sell lab prints, products and videos, and keep sales commission-free.
- Invoicing and contracts
- Paid plans include invoices with customizable tipping and e-signed contracts; the free plan has neither.
- Online booking
- Clients can book sessions and pay online; the plan comparison lists booking as unlimited for a fee.
- Email marketing and reports
- Email campaigns and sales reports are listed on every plan, including the free one.
- Branded mobile gallery app
- Clients can view galleries in a custom app: up to 5 on the free plan and unlimited on paid plans.
Plans
Pixieset
Studio Manager Free$0
Unlimited invoices, 3 contracts, 3 quotes or questionnaires, 1 active session type and basic booking.
Studio Manager Plus$12
per month, billed annually ($15 billed monthly)
Unlimited contracts and quotes, 3 session types, custom branding, booking intake forms and reminders.
Studio Manager Pro$18
per month, billed annually ($24 billed monthly)
Unlimited session types, booking reminders, retainers and tips at booking, manual booking approval.
Pixieset Suite$28
per month and up
Client Gallery, Studio Manager, Website, Store and Mobile Gallery App in one package, up to 37% off.
ShootProof
Pricing could not be confirmed. See shootproof.com.
Ways to pay less
Pixieset
- Annual discount
Discount for yearly billing
Annual billing lowers Studio Manager Plus to $12 and Pro to $18 a month, against $15 and $24 billed monthly.
- Other savings
Suite bundle saves up to 37%
The Pixieset Suite bundles the essential apps from $28 a month with up to 37% off buying them separately.
ShootProof
- Other savings
Cyber November sale: 50% off any plan
ShootProof's plans page lists 50% off the first 12 months on monthly plans and the first year on annual plans, with the offer expiring 12/1/2026.
Common questions
Which is cheaper, Pixieset or ShootProof?
As of Nov 13, 2026, Pixieset starts at $12 per month for Studio Manager Plus, billed annually ($15 billed monthly), and ShootProof has no price we could confirm.
Which has a free plan, Pixieset or ShootProof?
As of Nov 13, 2026, both Pixieset and ShootProof have a free plan.
Which platforms do Pixieset and ShootProof run on?
As of Nov 13, 2026, only Pixieset lists iOS and Android apps. Both list a web app. A platform missing from a listing is one its maker's pages did not mention.
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How this page was made
- The verdict at the top follows a fixed rule. When both tools are in the same category and either is in our top three for it, the verdict follows that ranking: the higher-placed tool is our pick. The top three weigh who each tool suits as well as its grades, so a pick can go against the GPA. Otherwise the page does not pick one and says which grades higher: the higher GPA first; on a tie, the one with a free plan, then the one that starts cheaper in dollars a month, counted the same way for both; if they are still level, what the choice depends on.
- The grades are our own, from each tool’s review or report card. The GPA is their average.
- Prices, plans and platforms come from each tool’s listing. The table above says where each price was read and when.
- The differences and the answers to the questions are worked out from those listings.