PureRef vs ShootVision

PureRef is a standalone reference image organizer for collecting inspiration, arranging mood boards, and keeping visual references nearby while painting or doing 3D modeling. Images can be added from a computer, pasted, or dragged from a browser. Tools include quick notes, desaturation, and ways to arrange and align images; the pen tool supports freehand marks and shapes, and animated GIF playback controls are documented. PureRef can stay above or below other windows, appear as an overlay, or allow mouse clicks to pass through to the application beneath it. Supported formats include AVIF, GIF, HEIC, JPEG, PNG, PSD, SVG, TIFF, WEBP, and EXR. Image files and related image data are stored locally rather than online. The Personal plan is free for personal use. Commercial use with version 2.0 and later requires a per-seat license. Business options include an $8 a year annual subscription, a $10 a month subscription, and a $49 as a one-time purchase small-business license capped at three users per studio. PureRef is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

ShootVision is a web workspace for photographers and creative teams planning shoots. It combines moodboards, shoot plans, reusable location profiles, team collaboration, and call sheets. Boards support images, text, colour swatches, annotations, and templates; users can extract colours from images, generate harmonies, and import ASE palettes. Pexels and Unsplash searches are available within the app, and moodboards can be exported as PDF, PNG, DOCX, or Google Docs. Teams can edit together in real time, use live cursors and an activity feed, and set viewer, editor, or admin permissions. Shoot plans can record roles and compensation, location logistics, MUA briefs, and tasks with due dates. Location profiles can store access, parking, power, facilities, permits, hazards, maps, and contact details. Call sheets generated from shoot details can be shared by link or email, with optional PIN protection. The free plan covers essential moodboards and basic shoot planning. Core is billed at £3.99/month and Pro at £7.99/month; new accounts receive a seven-day Pro trial without a credit card.