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Blurb BookWright vs CEWE
Both stand on photo printing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIiPhoneMac+2
BookWright provides desktop layout and image tools for a range of custom book projects, with print and PDF options. The software is free, but printing a book costs extra.
Visit Blurb BookWright Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
CEWE combines photo-product design with centralized storage and several ways to create projects. The software and storage are free, but the finished products are priced separately.
Visit CEWEThe facts
| Blurb BookWright | CEWE | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | API, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 9 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | store.blurb.com | cewe.de |
| On photo printing software | #1 of 30 | #3 of 30 |
Blurb BookWright: what it does well
- Creates photo books, magazines, notebooks and wall art.
- Supports offline editing and PDF purchases.
- Imports photos from Lightroom, SmugMug and Dropbox.
- Books can be up to 440 pages.
What to know first
- Publishing requires an internet connection.
- A free Blurb account is required.
- Listed Windows support is limited to versions 7, 8 and 10.
CEWE: what it does well
- Design in desktop software, browser or mobile app.
- Desktop software offers templates and smart photo arrangement.
- Add maps and videos to photo books.
- myPhotos includes 15 GB of storage.
- Print photos at over 4,000 partner stores.
What to know first
- Photo products are priced separately.
- myPhotos storage is limited to 15 GB.
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