Platform comparison
Galerly vs Pixieset
Both platforms deliver client galleries. The difference is what is bundled with them. Galerly includes invoicing, contracts and quotes in one subscription, with AI culling from Pro. Pixieset keeps those features in separate add-ons with separate pricing.
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What Galerly bundles in one subscription
Feature comparison
Based on publicly published feature and pricing pages for both platforms as of June 2026. Verify current details at pixieset.com.
| Feature | Pixieset | Galerly |
|---|---|---|
Client galleries with favorites and downloads | Yes | Yes |
Online photo proofing | Yes | Yes |
Print store Pixieset offers lab fulfillment via multiple partners. Galerly offers self-fulfilment (photographer sets pricing, handles printing and shipping) | Yes | Yes |
Invoicing included in base plan Pixieset invoicing is in Studio Manager, a separate product with a limited free tier and paid tier | No | Yes |
Contracts with e-signatures Pixieset requires Studio Manager add-on | –Partial | Yes |
Client quotes Pixieset requires Studio Manager add-on | –Partial | Yes |
AI photo culling (built-in) Pixieset offers a Photo Editor product with culling; availability per plan, verify at pixieset.com. Galerly: on Pro and Business, not on Free or Starter. | –Partial | –Partial |
Swiss QR-bill invoicing | No | Yes |
EU VAT / MwSt / TVA calculation | No | Yes |
Portfolio website with custom domain Pixieset website is a separate product/add-on. Galerly: portfolio on every plan; custom domain from Pro. | –Partial | –Partial |
Multi-currency invoicing (USD, EUR, GBP, CHF, CAD, AUD) | No | Yes |
Legend: check = included in base plan, dash = on higher plans only, or via add-on or separate product, X = not available.
Pricing at a glance
Pixieset's gallery plans start at $10/month (Basic). Studio Manager is a separate Pixieset product covering invoicing, contracts, and quotes. It has a limited free tier; the paid tier adds unlimited documents and advanced features. The Pixieset Suite bundles gallery, website, Studio Manager, and store, verify current Suite and Studio Manager prices at pixieset.com.
Galerly's Free plan ($0) includes galleries, invoicing, contracts, quotes, bookings and multi-currency invoicing with EU VAT. Starter ($9/month) adds storage, video and unlimited invoices, quotes and contracts and drops the fee on client payments to 0%. Pro ($29/month) adds AI culling and a custom domain. There is no separate module cost.
Pixieset
Source: pixieset.com/pricing, verify current rates.
Galerly
Source: galerly.com/pricing
Strengths and trade-offs
Pixieset
Strengths
- Mature print store with established lab integrations and commission-free sales on paid plans
- Large user community and documentation
- Photo Editor with AI culling capabilities
- Unlimited galleries on all plans including Free
Trade-offs
- –Invoicing and contracts require a separate Studio Manager subscription
- –Website builder is a separate product
- –No Swiss QR-bill or EU VAT invoicing
- –15% commission on the Free plan's print sales
Galerly
Strengths
- Invoicing, contracts, and quotes on every plan, including Free (5 each on Free, unlimited on paid)
- Swiss QR-bill and EU VAT / MwSt / TVA / IVA invoicing built-in
- AI photo culling engine (9 dimensions, up to 10,000 photos per pass) on Pro and Business
- 0% on client payments on paid plans, 15% on Free
- Galleries, AI culling, invoicing, contracts, and portfolio under one login
Trade-offs
- –Print store is self-fulfilment only (no lab integration); you handle printing and shipping yourself
- –Newer platform, smaller existing user community than Pixieset
- –Free plan limited to 5 GB storage
Which platform fits your workflow?
Consider Pixieset if:
- --Print store revenue (lab-fulfilled prints, canvases, albums) is a significant part of your income
- --You prefer a platform with a large established user base and community
- --You do not need built-in invoicing or are already using a dedicated CRM for that
Consider Galerly if:
- You want galleries, invoicing, contracts, and quotes under one subscription without add-on costs
- You photograph clients in Switzerland or the EU and need compliant invoicing (QR-bill, MwSt, TVA)
- You want AI photo culling bundled with your delivery platform instead of a separate tool
- Your income is primarily digital delivery and services, not print sales
AI culling
AI culling: what each platform offers
Pixieset has a Photo Editor product that includes AI culling capabilities, grouping similar shots, flagging technical issues like closed eyes and blur. It is described by Pixieset as included with no per-image charges.
Galerly's AI culling engine (galerly-cull) runs a 9-dimension score on every photo, sharpness, exposure, composition, color, dynamic range, face quality, eye sharpness, blink detection, and aesthetics. It handles burst detection, side-by-side compare overlays, and per-shoot-type weighting. The engine runs on Galerly's servers, no desktop install required, and handles up to 10,000 photos per pass. It is included in Pro ($29/month) and Business ($69/month) plans.
The meaningful difference: Galerly's culling result lives in the same gallery you deliver to clients. There is no export step. Pixieset's Photo Editor is positioned as a pre-delivery editing environment.
Invoicing
Invoicing for Swiss and EU photographers
Pixieset does not include Swiss QR-bill generation or EU VAT (MwSt / TVA / IVA) calculation in its platform. Photographers in Switzerland, Germany, Austria, France, Italy, Belgium, and the Netherlands who need compliant local invoices typically use a separate accounting tool alongside Pixieset.
Galerly's invoicing includes Swiss QR-bill (Zahlteil) generation, MwSt / TVA / IVA rate application, and invoicing in USD, EUR, GBP, CHF, CAD, or AUD. These are built into every plan, including Free, without a third-party integration.
Frequently asked questions
Does Galerly include invoicing in its base subscription?
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Yes, on every plan including Free, 5 each on Free and unlimited on paid. Invoicing, quotes and contracts are part of the product, not a separate add-on module. Paid plans add storage, video and unlimited invoices, quotes and contracts, Pro adds AI culling and a custom domain, and every paid plan drops the fee on client payments from 15% to 0%.
Does Pixieset include invoicing in its gallery plans?
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Pixieset's client gallery plans (Free, Basic, Plus, Pro, Ultimate) do not include invoicing or contracts. Studio Manager is a separate Pixieset product that covers invoicing, contracts, quotes, and scheduling. It has a limited free tier and a paid tier (check pixieset.com/pricing-studio-manager for the current price). The Pixieset Suite bundles the gallery, Studio Manager, website builder, and store into one subscription starting at around $28 per month.
Does Galerly have a built-in print store like Pixieset?
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Both platforms have a print store. Pixieset offers lab fulfillment through multiple print partners with commission-free sales on paid plans. Galerly offers a self-fulfilment print store: you set your own prices, receive orders, and handle printing and shipping yourself. If you want lab-fulfilled prints without managing logistics, Pixieset is stronger there. If you prefer full control over your print products and margins, Galerly covers that.
Does Galerly offer AI photo culling?
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Yes. AI culling is included on Pro ($29/month) and Business ($69/month) plans. The engine scores each photo across 9 dimensions, sharpness, exposure, composition, color, dynamic range, face quality, eye sharpness, blink detection, and aesthetics, and handles up to 10,000 photos per pass. No separate app or desktop install is required.
Which platform should I choose if I photograph clients in Switzerland or the EU?
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Galerly includes localized invoicing features for Swiss and EU photographers: Swiss QR-bill generation, MwSt / TVA / IVA tax calculation, and multi-currency support (USD, EUR, GBP, CHF, CAD, AUD). Pixieset does not offer Swiss QR-bill or EU VAT calculation in its invoicing. If your clients expect a compliant local invoice, Galerly covers that without a third-party tool.
Keep reading
Galleries, invoicing, and AI culling in one subscription.
No separate modules. No add-on pricing for invoicing. Free plan available, no credit card required. AI culling from Pro.