Primary Purpose
SendPhoto
Simple client gallery delivery
Pixieset
Gallery, proofing, and selling platform
Direct comparison
SendPhoto vs Pixieset
SendPhoto and Pixieset are close enough to compare directly, but they are not optimized for the same kind of photographer.
Pixieset is broader. SendPhoto is narrower and more delivery-focused.
If your main need is simple client gallery delivery, SendPhoto is often the better operational fit. If your galleries are also part of proofing and selling, Pixieset makes the stronger case.
Last reviewed April 3, 2026
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As of April 3, 2026
The quick read
This is not a feature-count contest. It is a fit check for what happens after the shoot is ready to send.
Decision summary
Why delivery-first photographers still choose SendPhoto
Pixieset is broader. SendPhoto stays stronger when the decision is mainly about fast delivery, lower setup overhead, and pricing that matches a delivery-first workflow.
Use SendPhoto for
Fast delivery
Use Pixieset for
Proofing + sales + gallery stack
Lower starting price
Lower workflow complexity
Delivery-first controls
Client Galleries
SendPhoto
Yes
Pixieset
Yes
Client Favorites / Likes
SendPhoto
Yes
Pixieset
Yes
Proofing / Selections
SendPhoto
Basic favorites
Pixieset
Deeper proofing workflow
Store / Print Sales
SendPhoto
No
Pixieset
Yes
Brand Customization
SendPhoto
Styling, watermarks, custom domains
Pixieset
Deeper branding controls
Delivery Controls
SendPhoto
Passwords, expiration, download quality
Pixieset
Passwords, downloads, proofing controls
Business Complexity
SendPhoto
Low
Pixieset
Medium
Entry Pricing
SendPhoto
Included account / paid plans from $3/mo
Pixieset
Client Gallery from $8/mo in reviewed pricing
Best For
SendPhoto
Fast delivery
Pixieset
Proofing + sales + gallery stack
Pixieset pricing and proofing details are dated review notes. Verify vendor pricing before purchase.
What SendPhoto includes
The delivery workflow is broader than the share link
SendPhoto includes organization, access control, download rules, watermarking, and mixed media support for working photographers.
Collections and Gallery Structure
Organize one delivery into collections so clients can browse grouped sets without multiple links.
Passwords, Expiration, and Cleanup
Protect galleries with passwords, set share expiration, and manage delivery lifecycle controls.
Download Quality and ZIP Control
Enable or disable downloads, choose delivery quality, and support full-gallery or collection downloads.
Watermarks with Collection-Level Control
Apply watermarks, preview them, and control watermark behavior where a gallery needs different treatment.
Mixed Photo and Video Delivery
Deliver videos alongside photos inside the same client gallery.
RAW-Friendly Delivery Workflow
Support many major RAW camera formats and pro image formats when workflows need more than JPEG-only delivery.
Feature breakdown
Compare the workflow, not only the price
Delivery Simplicity
SendPhoto: Stronger when the main requirement is simple, polished gallery delivery without a lot of setup decisions.
Pixieset: Pixieset can deliver galleries, but its product is broader and more valuable when that broader depth is needed.
Proofing and Favorites
SendPhoto: SendPhoto supports client likes and favorites, but it is not the stronger fit for deeper proofing workflows.
Pixieset: Pixieset is stronger when Favorites, proofing, and structured client selections are central to the job.
Selling and Commerce
SendPhoto: SendPhoto is not a commerce platform for prints and digital-download sales.
Pixieset: Pixieset is stronger when galleries are tied to a store and client purchases.
Brand and Gallery Control
SendPhoto: SendPhoto keeps gallery presentation intentionally focused, which helps speed and delivery clarity.
Pixieset: Pixieset gives photographers more room for broader gallery customization and client-facing presentation.
Focused Client Delivery
SendPhoto: SendPhoto keeps the workflow tied to gallery viewing, collections, privacy, watermarks, expiration controls, and simpler downloads.
Pixieset: Pixieset can handle delivery well, but it is often better justified when proofing and store layers are active.
Protection and Gallery Controls
SendPhoto: SendPhoto covers meaningful delivery controls like passwords, download quality, watermark control, and share expiration.
Pixieset: Pixieset documents password-protected client galleries, built-in watermarks, proofing, and controlled downloads as part of Client Gallery.
Real-world scenarios
Choose by the job the gallery has to do
Best fit: SendPhoto
Wedding or Event Delivery
Use SendPhoto when you want a clean gallery handoff with minimal setup overhead.
Best fit: Pixieset
Client Proofing and Image Selection
Use Pixieset when clients need deeper proofing and structured favorite-list workflows.
Best fit: Pixieset
Selling Prints and Downloads
Use Pixieset when the gallery itself needs to support store activity.
Best fit: SendPhoto
Delivery-Only Team
Use SendPhoto when your website, CRM, and sales stack already live elsewhere.
The Core Difference: Delivery Tool vs Broader Gallery Stack
SendPhoto is built around client gallery delivery. The focus is private viewing, cleaner downloads, and a lower-friction handoff for finished work.
Pixieset Client Gallery is broader. Its official pricing and help docs show galleries that can be proofed, shared, downloaded, and sold from, plus a wider subscription system across its platform products.
Short Answer
Choose SendPhoto if you want simpler, delivery-first galleries with less setup overhead.
Choose Pixieset if you need proofing, Favorites workflows, and store-driven galleries.
If delivery is your main use case, compare pricing, password protection, download controls, and watermarks before assuming the larger platform is the better fit.
Where SendPhoto Wins
SendPhoto wins when the job is straightforward delivery. If you repeatedly send finished galleries and want the least friction possible for both you and the client, a narrower product is often the more pragmatic choice.
That is especially true for photographers who already handle websites, contracts, and sales elsewhere and do not want the gallery tool to become a larger operational system than necessary.
Where Pixieset Wins
Pixieset wins when galleries are part of a proofing and commerce workflow rather than just a handoff.
If you want clients to select images, share favorite lists, and buy products from the same gallery experience, Pixieset is the stronger product fit.
Pricing and Feature Reality Check
As of April 3, 2026, the reviewed Pixieset pricing and help materials showed free entry points, paid Client Gallery plans starting at $8 per month annually, broader Suite pricing, proofing workflows, and store behavior.
That pricing is sensible when galleries are doing more than delivery. If you are mostly paying for proofing and store depth that you do not use, SendPhoto narrower model can be a better operational choice.
SendPhoto vs Pixieset: Short Verdict
Choose SendPhoto if you want the cleaner delivery-first workflow. Choose Pixieset if your galleries also need to power proofing and store activity.
The real tradeoff is not simplicity versus quality. It is simplicity versus platform breadth.
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Methodology and disclosure
This comparison is written from SendPhoto perspective and is meant to help photographers choose the right workflow. We compare delivery workflow, client experience, privacy controls, proofing fit, and pricing posture. Use this page to narrow the shortlist, then verify important purchase details on the vendor current pricing and documentation pages.
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Gallery Delivery
Review the core delivery workflow and client gallery experience.
Password Protection
See how gallery access, privacy, and expiring shares work.
Watermarks
Check watermark controls, proof protection, and collection-level options.
Download Controls
Compare download quality, ZIP delivery, and full-gallery access options.