The SmugMug alternative that keeps your whole markup.
SmugMug is a portfolio site with a print store attached. Selling needs the Portfolio plan or higher, and SmugMug keeps 15% of your markup on each sale.
PixelPort is built for client delivery and selling. Galleries, proofing, 4K video and checkout through your own Stripe account, with no commission on any plan.
Why photographers are switching from SmugMug
SmugMug keeps 15% of your markup on every print and download sale
PixelPort takes 0%. You keep the full margin between your price and the lab cost.
Selling is locked to the Portfolio ($23.50/mo) and Pro ($37/mo) plans
Every PixelPort plan can sell, including the free one.
Video is limited to 1080p
PixelPort streams 4K video next to the photos in the same gallery.
Client galleries are an afterthought to the public portfolio site
PixelPort galleries are private by default, with favorites, proofing and download controls per gallery.
Client activity is hard to see
PixelPort shows views, favorites, downloads and purchases per gallery in real time.
SmugMug vs PixelPort.
A side-by-side comparison of key features.
| Feature | SmugMug | PixelPort |
|---|---|---|
| Key differences | ||
| Commission on sales | 15% of your markup | 0% |
| Plans that can sell | Portfolio and Pro only | All plans |
| Video | 1080p | 4K streaming, 2 to 20 hours by plan |
| Public portfolio website | Included, with templates | Not included. Galleries only. |
| Client proofing and favorites | Basic favorites | Favorites, proofing, per-gallery download rules |
| Price for a plan that sells | $23.50/mo billed annually | Free, or $15/mo billed annually for Starter |
SmugMug vs PixelPort FAQ.
Keep the 15% SmugMug has been taking.
Start on the free plan, connect Stripe, and sell from your next gallery with no commission.