Comparison
Xposure vs Pixieset
Pixieset is the most widely-used platform for client galleries, but it splits its website, galleries, and client booking tools into separate subscriptions. Xposure is the unified, photographer-first alternative: portfolio, client galleries, and a full session booking manager are combined in one flat price.
Quick verdict
Pixieset is the safe, feature-broad default but requires subscribing to multiple separate apps (Client Gallery, Website, Studio Manager) or paying for their expensive Suite plan ($28–$55/mo). Xposure combines a portfolio, client galleries, and a full booking engine into a single unified price (from €8/mo). Choose Xposure if you want all-in-one pricing, built-in bookings/contracts at no extra charge, EXIF-aware photo presentation, and faster next-gen page loads.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Xposure | Pixieset |
|---|---|---|
| Client galleries with PIN protection | ||
| Photo proofing & favorites | ||
| Sell digital prints & downloads (0% commission*) Both pay out to your bank. | ||
| Custom domain | Pro & Studio | All upgraded plans (from $8/mo) |
| White-label galleries | All paid plans | All upgraded plans |
| EXIF-aware photo presentation Camera/lens/settings rendered automatically. | - | |
| Watermarked previews, clean downloads | ||
| Built-in print store / lab fulfillment | - | |
| Online session booking with deposits Xposure's Studio Manager is included at no extra cost. Pixieset requires an extra Studio Manager subscription or upgrading to their Suite plan. | Via Pixieset Studio Manager (extra cost) | |
| Contracts & e-signatures at booking | Via Pixieset Studio Manager (extra cost) | |
| Two-way Google Calendar sync | Via Pixieset Studio Manager (extra cost) | |
| Standalone invoicing & questionnaires | - | |
| Page-load speed | Sub-1s on most galleries | Heavier, varies by gallery size |
| Pricing model & add-ons Xposure includes galleries and bookings in every plan (Starter from €8/mo). Pixieset requires separate purchases for Client Gallery ($8-$40/mo) and Studio Manager ($12-$20/mo), or their Suite bundle ($28-$55/mo). | Unified flat rate (no extra charge for booking manager) | Separated add-on apps or expensive Suite plan |
Pick Pixieset when
You need what they do best
- You sell prints and want a lab fulfillment partner baked in.
- You need standalone invoicing and client questionnaires, not just contracts collected at booking.
- You're a wedding photographer running a print-heavy studio and want everything in one dashboard.
- You're already on Pixieset and the switching cost outweighs the benefits.
Pick Xposure when
You want the cleanest delivery
- You want a single unified subscription for your portfolio website, client galleries, and booking manager instead of paying for Pixieset's separate app subscriptions or their expensive Suite plan.
- You want clients to book a session, sign your contract, and pay a deposit in one unified flow (the Studio Manager) without paying extra.
- You want photo EXIF (camera, lens, settings) rendered on every image automatically.
- You care about page-load speed for image-heavy galleries (Next.js server-side rendered).
- You want a simple, flat-rate starting price of €8/mo (Starter) or €18/mo (Pro) for all core tools.
- You prefer a single opinionated, modern gallery aesthetic over managing template grids.
Try Xposure free
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