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At a Glance
PhotoShelter for Photographers
PhotoShelter for Photographers
Star Rating
(30)3.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (70.0% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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SmugMug
SmugMug
Star Rating
(39)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.0% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$45.00 1 Subscription Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Reviews say that SmugMug excels in ease of use with a score of 8.6, making it a favorite among photographers who appreciate a user-friendly interface, while PhotoShelter for Photographers, with a score of 8.0, is noted for being slightly more complex to navigate.
  • Users report that SmugMug's "Customizable Galleries" feature allows for a high degree of personalization, which is particularly appealing for photographers looking to showcase their work uniquely. In contrast, reviewers mention that PhotoShelter's "Client Proofing" feature is robust but can be less intuitive for new users.
  • G2 users highlight SmugMug's "Mobile App" as a strong point, providing seamless access to photos on the go, while users on G2 note that PhotoShelter's mobile experience is less optimized, which can hinder accessibility for photographers who frequently work remotely.
  • Reviewers mention that SmugMug's "E-commerce Integration" is straightforward and effective, allowing photographers to sell prints easily, whereas users report that PhotoShelter's e-commerce features, while powerful, can be overwhelming due to their complexity.
  • Users say that SmugMug's customer support is rated at 8.0, with many praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team, while PhotoShelter's support, rated at 7.5, is seen as adequate but lacking in speed and thoroughness according to some reviewers.
  • Reviewers mention that SmugMug's "Unlimited Storage" is a significant advantage for photographers with large portfolios, while users report that PhotoShelter's storage options can be restrictive, which may be a concern for those with extensive collections.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
PhotoShelter for Photographers
No pricing available
SmugMug
SmugMug Pro plan
$45.00
1 Subscription Per Month
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Free Trial
PhotoShelter for Photographers
No trial information available
SmugMug
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
7.4
26
8.2
37
Ease of Use
8.0
26
8.6
37
Ease of Setup
7.1
8
8.1
15
Ease of Admin
9.0
7
8.8
11
Quality of Support
7.5
21
8.0
23
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
6.3
5
8.5
10
Product Direction (% positive)
5.1
24
5.9
34
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
PhotoShelter for Photographers
PhotoShelter for Photographers
SmugMug
SmugMug
PhotoShelter for Photographers and SmugMug are categorized as Photo Management
Unique Categories
PhotoShelter for Photographers
PhotoShelter for Photographers has no unique categories
SmugMug
SmugMug has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
PhotoShelter for Photographers
PhotoShelter for Photographers
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
70.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
20.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
10.0%
SmugMug
SmugMug
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
59.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
35.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
5.1%
Reviewers' Industry
PhotoShelter for Photographers
PhotoShelter for Photographers
Photography
36.7%
Marketing and Advertising
10.0%
Internet
10.0%
Higher Education
10.0%
Sports
3.3%
Other
30.0%
SmugMug
SmugMug
Photography
23.1%
Higher Education
10.3%
Non-Profit Organization Management
7.7%
Information Technology and Services
7.7%
Events Services
7.7%
Other
43.6%
Most Helpful Reviews
PhotoShelter for Photographers
PhotoShelter for Photographers
Most Helpful Favorable Review
DA
Darwin A.
Verified User in Internet

In addition to many advanced tools that cater to professional photographers, PhotoShelter provides valuable information to those who work in photograph-related ares. There are a lot of helpful materials, including market research, free photography guides,...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Paul B.
PB
Paul B.
Verified User in Photography

They haven’t kept up with updates or made the platform relevant to today’s market. It feels like the same software from ten years ago. While customer service responds, their hands are tied because it seems no one is actively developing anything with the...

SmugMug
SmugMug
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Food & Beverages

Smugmug has made collecting media content from multiple sources incredibly simple by allowing unlimited individual source links and funnels for content to be uploaded.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Ross A.
RA
Ross A.
Verified User in Events Services

Impossible to figure out how to cancel subscription. Should be a simple setting but like a lot of software companies nowadays, they make it difficult to see anything but upgrading your plan. When I went to click the only intuitive option, close my...

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Discussions
PhotoShelter for Photographers
PhotoShelter for Photographers Discussions
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PhotoShelter for Photographers has no discussions with answers
SmugMug
SmugMug Discussions
What labs does SmugMug use?
1 comment
Official Response from SmugMug
We partner with some of the best labs in the world--Bay Photo, WHCC, and Loxley Colour. Check out our products page to learn more about the prints and gift...Read more
Which is Better Flickr or SmugMug?
1 comment
Official Response from SmugMug
We believe that both are excellent services and platforms--just for different reasons. If you're looking for an incredibly safe, inclusive, and engaging...Read more
What is SmugMug used for?
1 comment
Official Response from SmugMug
SmugMug is the do-it-all platform for photographers who need to manage their entire catalog of photos, even RAWs, from anywhere. You can build a better...Read more