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Iris Works vs Orbit
Both stand on photography studio management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial AndroidiPhoneWeb
Iris Works brings booking, client records, payments, and workflow automation together for photography businesses. Its trial provides a way to try the service, but ongoing use starts with a paid plan.
Visit Iris Works Free trial APIWeb
Orbit combines client workflows, booking, and delivery tools for photography businesses, with listed payment and calendar integrations. Review the storage allowance for each plan and note that the pricing note lists a 14-day trial but no free plan.
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| Iris Works | Orbit | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Starter: $14.95 a month | Starter 5 GB: $17 a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | iris-works.com | orbit-photo.com |
| On photography studio management software | #11 of 23 | #15 of 23 |
Iris Works: what it does well
- Clients can book, sign contracts, and pay deposits.
- Automates emails, contracts, invoices, and questionnaires.
- Connects with several calendars and payment processors.
- Available on web, Android, and iOS.
- Free trial requires no credit card.
What to know first
- No free plan is available.
- Starter begins at $14.95/mo.
Orbit: what it does well
- Booking flow includes contracts and questionnaires.
- Galleries support photo and video delivery.
- Newsletter tools report opens and clicks.
- Supports Stripe and PayPal payments.
- Workspace is available in English and Spanish.
What to know first
- There is no free plan.
- The smallest listed monthly plan has 5 GB each for galleries and archive.
- Storage capacity varies by plan.
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