Pixieset Studio Manager vs ShootQ

Pixieset Studio Manager is a CRM for photographers to manage bookings, payments and client work. Clients can check availability, book sessions and pay through an online booking site. The system supports invoices, contracts, questionnaires and quotes, with options for branded documents. Its Mini Sessions Creator builds a schedule from a chosen date and number of spots. A visual project board groups work by stage and can include client details, documents and sessions. Contact management tracks clients and leads, and customizable forms can be embedded on a website to collect inquiries. Integrations include Google Calendar, Google Meet and Zoom. Payment methods include Pixieset Payments, Stripe, PayPal and manual payment; Pixieset Payments is available in the United States and Canada. Apps for iOS and Android support messaging, booking inquiries, documents and project management. A free plan is available. Plus costs $12 a month when billed annually, or $15/month; Pro costs $18 a month when billed annually, or $24/month.

ShootQ is a web-based CRM and studio management system for photographers and other service-oriented creatives. It organizes jobs, clients, invoices, tasks, leads, contracts, and scheduling in one service. Studios can create online contracts and invoices, watch overdue payments, and automate late-payment notices. Lead tools include tracking, customizable forms, workflows, employee task assignments, proposals, questionnaires, template emails, and customer notes. Scheduling covers appointments, employees, busy-time blocking, and calendar connections, including Google, Apple, Outlook, and other calendars. ShootProof integration creates and links an album when a job is booked. Payment setup is documented for Square, Stripe, Authorize.net, Braintree, and PayPal Pro; QuickBooks integration is listed as coming soon. Plans are paid, with Booking Only at $14.95 a month and a 14-day trial; there is no free plan. Support includes phone, chat, email, setup help, and training.