Photography Platform Comparison

ShootProof vs Pic-Time

Which is better for photographers? Compare features, pricing, and see where Frame Focal fits in.

Feature Comparison

FeatureFrame FocalShootProofPic-Time
Client Proofing
Client favorites / selection tool
Password-protected galleries
Gallery expiration dates
Download tracking
Gallery Design & Customization
Custom watermarks (position, opacity)Basic
White-label / remove brandingPro+ Professional+
Modern gallery layoutsLimited
Storage & Delivery
Global CDN delivery
Full-resolution downloads
Video hostingPro+Limited
Pricing & Plans
Free plan available
Storage-based pricing (not photo count)
0% commission on all paid plans
E-commerce & Print Sales
Built-in print store
Contracts and invoicing
Mobile Experience
Mobile-responsive galleries
Native mobile app
Branding & White-Label
Custom domainStudio Professional+

Detailed Breakdown

ShootProof

Gallery delivery, print sales, contracts, and invoicing for professional photographers.

Best for: Mid-to-high-volume wedding and portrait photographers who need business tools (contracts, invoicing) alongside gallery delivery.

Pricing: Free tier, paid from $13/mo

Strengths

  • 0% commission on all plans — including the free tier
  • Built-in contracts, invoicing, and online payments
  • 12+ print lab integrations worldwide
  • Unlimited galleries on every plan
  • Mobile gallery app with studio branding

Common Pain Points

  • Pricing is based on photo count, not storage — penalizes high-volume shooters
  • Gallery design feels dated compared to newer platforms
  • Booking and scheduling features are too basic for complex workflows
  • Limited video support
  • Payment processing can take up to a week

Pic-Time

AI-powered client galleries with built-in store and automated marketing for photographers.

Best for: Wedding and event photographers who want strong e-commerce and automated marketing to drive print revenue.

Pricing: Free tier, paid from $8/mo

Strengths

  • AI tools: smart search, auto-tagging, gallery creation
  • 30+ global print lab integrations
  • Slideshow builder with 2,000+ licensed music tracks
  • Automated marketing campaigns to drive print sales
  • Album proofing with client collaboration

Common Pain Points

  • Upload process can be unreliable — failures require manual restart
  • Gallery loading times can be slow for large sets
  • Free plan storage drops from 10 GB to 3 GB after 6 months
  • Higher starting price than some competitors for comparable storage
  • Heavily wedding-focused — less suited for other photography genres

Our Recommendation

Both ShootProof and Pic-Time are solid platforms, but they come with trade-offs. If you want clean gallery delivery, transparent pricing, and full watermark control, Frame Focal is built specifically for that workflow.

Start with the free plan — 2 GB storage, 3 galleries, password protection, and global CDN delivery. No credit card, no commitment.

Frame Focal Pricing

Simple, transparent plans. Start free, upgrade when you're ready.

Free

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2 GB storage3 galleries
  • Password protection
  • FrameFocal badge
  • Global CDN delivery
Start Free

Starter

$15/mo
50 GB storage25 galleries
  • Text watermarks
  • Full-res downloads
  • Download tracking
Start Free Trial

Pro

$35/mo
250 GB storageUnlimited galleries
  • Video support
  • Client proofing
  • White-labeling
  • Custom watermarks
Start Free Trial

Studio

$79/mo
1 TB storageUnlimited galleries
  • Custom domain
  • 4K video
  • 5 team members
  • Priority support
Start Free Trial

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frame Focal better than ShootProof or Pic-Time?

It depends on your needs. Frame Focal focuses on gallery delivery and client proofing with transparent pricing. ShootProof gallery delivery, print sales, contracts, and invoicing for professional photographers. Pic-Time ai-powered client galleries with built-in store and automated marketing for photographers. If clean galleries, watermarking, and download tracking are your priorities, Frame Focal is worth a look.

Can I migrate from ShootProof or Pic-Time to Frame Focal?

Yes. Download your photos from either platform and upload them to Frame Focal using our bulk uploader. The process is straightforward for both.

Does Frame Focal have a free plan?

Yes — 2 GB storage, 3 galleries, password protection, and global CDN delivery. No credit card required.

How does Frame Focal pricing compare to ShootProof and Pic-Time?

Frame Focal plans start free and go up to $79/month for the Studio tier with 1 TB storage, custom domain, and 4K video. ShootProof starts at Free tier, paid from $13/mo. Pic-Time starts at Free tier, paid from $8/mo.

Start delivering galleries your clients will love

Free plan includes 2 GB storage, 3 galleries, and password protection.

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