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Bob Books vs Once Upon
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.
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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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Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
Choose Once Upon if you want to create a photo book on mobile or web, personalize its text and layouts, and invite others to contribute. Consider the page and extra-page charges when choosing a book; placed orders cannot be changed, though cancellation is available within the first hour.
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| Bob Books | Once Upon | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Square photo books — Small Square: $12.99, paid once | Softcover Medium photo book: $21, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | bobbooks.co.uk | onceupon.photo |
| On photo book software | #3 of 32 | #7 of 32 |
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
Once Upon: what it does well
- Automatically arranges photos on import, with alternate layouts to explore.
- Accepts photos from phones, Google Photos, and computers through the web app.
- Invite friends and family to contribute to a book.
- Add captions or longer text with a headline across a spread.
- Books can run from 20 to 300 pages.
What to know first
- Printed books start at $21, paid once.
- An order cannot be changed after placement.
- A desktop app is not available.
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