Question 1

How much does photography software cost per month?

Accepted Answer

Most photographers pay $80-$160/mo across 3-5 separate tools for gallery delivery, CRM, file transfer, video hosting, and invoicing. With an all-in-one platform like 12img, you can consolidate everything for $9-$29/mo.

Question 2

What hidden fees do photography platforms charge?

Accepted Answer

Common hidden fees include: Pixieset 15% commission on free-tier sales, Pic-Time video add-on ($10/mo extra), ShootProof booking add-on ($5/mo) and archiving fee ($3/mo), and HoneyBook payment processing fees (2.9% + $0.25 per transaction).

Question 3

What is the cheapest all-in-one photography platform?

Accepted Answer

12img offers galleries, contracts, invoicing, CRM, client portal, and file transfers starting at $9/mo (Starter plan). The Pro plan at $29/mo adds unlimited storage, video delivery, and white-label branding — replacing 3-5 separate tools.