Pixieset delivers galleries. 12img runs your entire wedding photography business — from the first inquiry to the final delivery.
Pixieset
A gallery delivery tool with an online store and basic client management. Focused on image hosting and print sales.
Gallery Delivery · Founded 2014
12img
The operating system for wedding photographers. Galleries, contracts, invoicing, client portals, automated workflows, and vendor directory — one system.
Operating System · Free to start
With Pixieset you still need HoneyBook or Dubsado for contracts and payments. 12img has both built in — no extra subscriptions.
Pixieset starts at gallery delivery. 12img starts at the inquiry and handles contracts, invoicing, and client management before a photo is delivered.
12img includes a global vendor directory and professional community. Your profile becomes discoverable by couples searching for photographers.
12img: 16 built-in·Pixieset: 3 built-in·12img wins 13 categories
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Total cost to match 12img's workflow
Pixieset Pro + HoneyBook = $44+/mo
12img Starter = $7/mo
12img is purpose-built for wedding photographers as a complete operating system. Pixieset focuses on gallery delivery. If you need contracts, invoicing, client portals, and automated workflows alongside galleries, 12img replaces the entire stack — no need for HoneyBook or Dubsado on top.
Yes. Upload your existing photos to 12img and share new gallery links with your clients. 12img supports bulk upload with resumable uploads, so even large galleries transfer quickly.
No. Pixieset does not offer contracts, e-signatures, or formal invoicing. You need a separate tool like HoneyBook ($19/mo) or Dubsado ($20/mo). 12img includes contracts and invoicing on every plan, including the free tier.
12img is the most complete Pixieset alternative. It matches Pixieset on gallery delivery and adds contracts, invoicing, client portals, intake forms, automated workflows, and a vendor directory — all in one system starting at $0/month.
12img Free: $0/mo (5GB, contracts, invoicing, client portal). Pixieset Free: $0/mo (galleries only, their branding). 12img Starter: $7/mo (20GB, unlimited galleries). Pixieset Plus: $15/mo (unlimited galleries). 12img costs less and includes more.
Yes. 12img offers a free plan with 5GB storage, 5 galleries, smart contracts, invoicing, a client portal, and intake forms. It is the most feature-rich free plan in the photography tool market.
Yes. 12img supports video deliverables with streaming playback and client downloads. Videos are delivered alongside photos in the same gallery. Pixieset does not support video delivery.
Yes. 12img galleries are fully responsive and optimized for mobile. Clients can view, download, and interact with galleries on any device. The photographer dashboard is also mobile-friendly.
From inquiry to gallery — one system. Free to start, no credit card required.
Last updated February 28, 2026