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AlbumForge vs Bob Books
Both stand on photo book software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APILinuxMac+1
AlbumForge offers desktop album creation with offline use and several export formats. Compare album limits and license terms, and note that interactive map tiles may need a temporary connection.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2
Bob Books offers several routes from photo selection to printed books, with additional products such as calendars and wall art. Choose a workflow based on whether you need offline editing, mobile creation, or multiple books in one order.
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| AlbumForge | Bob Books | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Windows | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Square photo books — Small Square: $12.99, paid once |
| Plans published | 5 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | albumforge.com | bobbooks.co.uk |
| On photo book software | #1 of 32 | #3 of 32 |
AlbumForge: what it does well
- Creates photo albums for PDF printing
- Works locally and offline
- Reads GPS data from photo EXIF metadata
- Exports PDF, HTML, JPEG, and PNG
- Available for Linux, macOS, and Windows
What to know first
- DISCOVERED allows 40 photos per album
- BASIC allows 200 photos per album
- Map tiles may require internet access
- No mobile app or web app
Bob Books: what it does well
- Bob Designer supports offline editing
- Design options include unlimited photos and text
- Square books offer up to six paper types
- Several workflows allow multiple books per order
What to know first
- The mobile app allows only one photo book per order
- The online creator requires a good internet connection
- The Small Square listed price varies with page count and options
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