The Terracotta blog
Notes for working photographers
Honest rankings of the tools we all use, side-by-side gallery comparisons, and guides to delivering photos without overpaying for storage.
Rankings · October 8, 2026
The 8 Best Client Gallery Platforms for Photographers in 2026
We ranked Terracotta, Pic-Time, Pixieset, ShootProof, CloudSpot, Zenfolio, SmugMug and Sprout Studio on real-world price, storage, commission and features.
Read it · 11 min
Comparisons · 8 min read
Pic-Time vs Pixieset: Pricing, Storage and Features Compared
An honest Pic-Time vs Pixieset comparison: plan prices at every storage level, commission on print sales, which features need an upgrade, and who each one is best for.
Rankings · 8 min read
The Top 5 Tools Every Professional Photographer Needs in 2026
The five tools that run a modern photography business, from editing and AI culling to client management, gallery delivery and your website, with real prices.
Rankings · 7 min read
The 5 Best Pixieset Alternatives for Photographers in 2026
Outgrowing Pixieset's storage tiers or want better print sales? Here are the best Pixieset alternatives, what they cost, and how to switch without upsetting clients.
Rankings · 7 min read
The 5 Best Pic-Time Alternatives for Photographers in 2026
Looking for a Pic-Time alternative? Compare Terracotta, Pixieset, ShootProof, Sprout Studio and Zenfolio on price, commission, storage and print sales.
Guides · 7 min read
How Much Does Client Gallery Storage Cost? A GB-by-GB Breakdown
How much storage photographers really need, what Pic-Time, Pixieset and Terracotta charge at 10 to 250 GB, and five ways to stop paying for space you don't use.
Guides · 8 min read
How to Deliver Photos to Clients: A Step-by-Step Guide
The professional way to deliver photos to clients: sneak peeks, online galleries, downloads, print sales, expiration and archiving, step by step.