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Pixieset review: still the cleanest client gallery for photographers
Pixieset's galleries look great out of the box, and the store, contracts, and CRM modules have matured into a real all-in-one. We tested it on a full wedding delivery.
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What it is
A client gallery platform with built-in proofing, downloads, a print store, contracts, invoices, and a lightweight CRM.
Who it's for
Portrait, wedding, and family photographers who want a polished delivery experience without building anything.
What we liked
- Cleanest gallery design of any platform
- Reliable, fast downloads even for huge weddings
- Generous free tier (3GB) to start
What we didn't
- Print lab markup is high vs WHCC or Miller's direct
- Studio Manager features still feel newer than Pic-Time's
Verdict
If your clients are the priority, Pixieset still wins on gallery experience.
What we love
- ✓Beautiful default galleries
- ✓Fast downloads at scale
- ✓Generous free tier
Where it falls short
- –High print lab markup
- –Studio Manager less polished than gallery side
FAQ
Pixieset vs Pic-Time — which is better?
Pixieset has the cleaner UI and faster delivery; Pic-Time has the better store, marketing automations, and slideshow tools.
Does Pixieset take a commission on sales?
Yes on the free tier (15%). Paid plans drop to 0%.
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