Pixieset Studio Manager
7.9#3 in photography studio management softwareFrom $12 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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StudioPlus Stratus
6.8#15 in photography studio management softwareFrom $54.95 a monthAndroidiOSWebWindows
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| Fact | Pixieset Studio Manager | StudioPlus Stratus |
|---|---|---|
| Company | Pixieset describes itself as a profitable, privately owned company founded in 2013 by photographers. | StudioPlus describes itself as family-owned and says it was founded in 1995 by Matthew “Matt” Hunt. |
| Founded | 2013 | 1995 |
| Integrations | Studio Manager offers Google Calendar synchronization, Zoom video-call integration and Google Meet support. | Listed integrations include Google calendar and contacts, Microsoft Office, QuickBooks Desktop, MYOB, Simply Accounting, Global Payments Integrated, eWAY, and meeting links for Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Google Meet. |
| Payments | Available payment methods include Pixieset Payments, Stripe, PayPal, and manual payment; Pixieset Payments is available in the United States and Canada. | The feature page lists PCI-compliant credit card integration and EMV-compliant credit card processing in the US. |
| Purpose | Studio Manager is an all-in-one CRM for photographers to manage bookings, take payments, and grow their photography business. | Stratus brings client management, scheduling, communications, workflows, invoices, payments, and reporting into one system for photographers and service businesses. |
Pixieset Studio Manager plans
- FreeFree
- Plus$12 a month
- Pro$18 a month
StudioPlus Stratus plans
- Stratus Standard$54.95 a month
- Stratus Professional$74.95 a month
- Stratus EnterprisePriced on request
Pick Pixieset Studio Manager if…
It suits photographers who want booking, payment, document and lead-management tools in one service. The free plan may fit those needing basic booking and scheduling, while paid tiers add features such as custom branding and booking reminders.
Pick StudioPlus Stratus if…
Stratus suits photographers and service businesses that need client records alongside scheduling, communications and project workflows. It may also fit businesses that want invoicing, payment processing and listed accounting or calendar integrations.