Pixieset Studio Manager

Web · Android · iPhone · paid plans from $12/mo

Freedom report

Three barsScore 6.5

  • Free tierA free tier is on its own pricing page
  • Open codeNo open-source code on record
  • Runs widely3 of 6 device platforms
  • DocumentedPlans, terms and facts published

Pixieset Studio Manager is a CRM for photographers to handle bookings, payments and client work. Clients can check availability, book sessions and pay online through a booking site. The software supports invoices, contracts, questionnaires and quotes, with branded document options. Its Mini Sessions Creator makes a schedule from a selected date and number of spots, while a visual project board groups client work by stage and can include client details, documents and sessions. Contact tools track clients and leads, and customizable forms can be embedded on a website to collect inquiries. Integrations include Google Calendar, Google Meet and Zoom. Payment methods include Pixieset Payments, Stripe, PayPal and manual payment; Pixieset Payments is available in the United States and Canada. The iOS and Android app supports client messaging, booking inquiries, documents and project management. A free plan is available. Plus costs 12.00 USD per month when billed annually or $15/month; Pro costs 18.00 USD per month when billed annually or $24/month.

Who it is for

Studio Manager suits photographers who want to manage bookings, client records, documents and payments in one service. Its project board and mobile app may also suit photographers who manage client work while away from a desktop.

What is good

  • Clients can book sessions and pay online.
  • Supports invoices, contracts, questionnaires and quotes.
  • Mini Sessions Creator generates schedules from dates and spots.
  • Contact forms can capture leads on a website.
  • Mobile app supports messaging and project management.

What to know first

  • Pixieset Payments is available only in the United States and Canada.
  • Plus and Pro are paid plans.
  • Free plan allows one active session type.

Verdict

Studio Manager brings booking, client documents, lead capture and payment options together for photography businesses. The free plan is available, with Plus and Pro adding further features.

Pixieset Studio Manager plans and pricing

All plans
Free Free Never Unlimited invoices · 3 contracts · 3 quotes or questionnaires · 1 active session type · Basic booking and scheduling · Accept online payments pixieset.com · 30 Sept 2026
Plus $12/mo Billed annually or $15/month All Free features · Unlimited contracts and quotes or questionnaires · 3 active session types · Custom branding · Booking intake forms · Payment and document reminders · Accept tips on invoices pixieset.com · 30 Sept 2026
Pro $18/mo Billed annually or $24/month All Plus features · Booking reminders · Unlimited session types · Collect retainer and accept tips during booking · Manually approve bookings · Remove Pixieset branding pixieset.com · 30 Sept 2026

Compared on photography studio management software

Free plan
Yes
Paid from
$12/mo
Online booking
Yes
Contracts & e-signatures
Yes
Workflow automation
Yes
Calendar sync
Yes
Invoicing & payments
Yes
Lead capture
Yes

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