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Best ID & Photo Printing Software in 2026
Tools in this category can produce ID cards, badges, and photo prints on Windows or macOS. This list is for people comparing tools for personal, workplace, event, or photo-printing workflows.
- 11 apps
- Research read 28 Sept 2026
- How the order is worked out
- 1
DNP Hot Folder Print
Free plan MacWindows - 2
Darkroom Booth
Free trial WindowsDarkroom Booth offers broad event capture, customization, sharing, and booth-control features for Windows setups.
- 3
Card Imaging
Paid MacWindows - 4
CardPresso
Paid MacWindows - 5
BadgeMaker
Free trial Windows - 6
DryLab System 6
Free trial Windows - 7
EasyBadge
Paid AndroidiPhoneWindows - 8
ID Card Workshop
Free trial Windows - 9
Magicard TrustID
Paid Windows - 10
Mirage
Paid MacWindows - 11
Entrust Instant ID
Free trial AndroidiPhoneWeb+1
#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price
Use the list to compare free plans, trial terms, paid starting prices, product focus, ID card templates, QR or barcode support, database import, batch printing, and photo capture. If reading or changing code matters, check the licence before choosing.
Questions
Does any listed software have a free plan?
DNP Hot Folder Print offers a free plan. Check the specific product terms to see which functions are included.
Which platforms are supported?
Depending on the product, entries support Windows, macOS, or both. CardPresso lists support for Windows and macOS.
Are free trials available?
Some products in this category offer free trials. Magicard TrustID includes a 42-day trial.
What paid prices are listed?
Listed starting prices include $295 for Darkroom Booth, €195 for DryLab System, and €175 for Magicard TrustID. Several products use pricing on request.
Can these tools make ID cards?
Yes. BadgeMaker, EasyBadge, and Entrust Instant ID list ID cards as their product focus. Compare templates and related workflow features for your needs.