Side by side
AlbumStomp vs Mixbook
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 trial MacWindows
AlbumStomp focuses on album layout, image tracking, print export, and client review through AlbumPrüfr. Its trial is broad, while paid options use one-time desktop licenses or an annual proofing plan.
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Free plan iPhoneWeb
Mixbook combines guided AI book creation with detailed Studio customization and several printed book formats. Check the page limits and iOS-only mobile availability against your project needs.
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| AlbumStomp | Mixbook | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | AlbumPrüfr: $49 a year | Mixbook+: $9.99 a month |
| Plans published | 5 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | stompsoftware.com | mixbook.com |
| On photo book software | #16 of 32 | #12 of 32 |
AlbumStomp: what it does well
- Generates layouts from selected images
- Tracks used images and page locations
- Supports custom album dimensions and settings
- Exports high-resolution printable JPEGs
- Free trial includes the full feature set
What to know first
- Trial exports contain a watermark
- No free plan
- Single-user purchase starts at $99, paid once
- All sales are final
Mixbook: what it does well
- AI Story Mode generates three book versions
- Imports photos from Facebook, SmugMug, and Google Photos
- Standard books support up to 400 pages
- Mixbook says books are backed up for reprinting
- Offers web and iOS access
What to know first
- Android app is coming soon
- Collaborators must have Mixbook accounts
- No PDF export
- Mobile app runs best on iOS 16.0 or later
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