If you're a wedding videographer researching delivery platforms, you've likely encountered both OurStoria and Pixieset. They're both popular tools in the wedding industry — but they serve fundamentally different creators. Pixieset is the industry-leading photo gallery and proofing platform for photographers. OurStoria is purpose-built for wedding videographers. Comparing them head-to-head requires understanding that different DNA.
This is a detailed, honest comparison written for wedding videographers (and hybrid shooters) who want to understand where each platform excels, where it falls short, and which one fits their workflow. No marketing spin — just the features, pricing, and tradeoffs laid out clearly.
Quick take: Pixieset dominates the wedding photography space with photo proofing, favorites, a client print store, and a mobile app couples already recognize. OurStoria dominates video delivery with 12 cinematic gallery layouts, 4K no-transcode streaming, original MP4 downloads, and a workflow built entirely around delivering wedding films. If video is your primary deliverable, the differences are significant.
OurStoria vs Pixieset at a Glance
| Category | OurStoria | Pixieset |
|---|---|---|
| Built for | Wedding videographers & photographers | Wedding & portrait photographers |
| Core strength | Video delivery (4K streaming, original MP4) | Photo delivery (proofing, favorites, print store) |
| Starting price | $14.99/mo (200 GB video + 10 GB photo) | Free (3 GB photos, 0 video) / $13/mo Plus |
| Free trial | 7-day Free Pro Trial, 20 GB, no credit card | Free tier (permanent, 3 GB photos) |
| Video storage | 200 GB–1.5 TB depending on plan | 10–100 GB depending on plan (add-on to photos) |
| Photo storage | 10–200 GB depending on plan | Unlimited on all paid plans |
| Gallery layouts | 12 cinematic layouts designed for weddings | Clean gallery templates with store integration |
| 4K streaming (no transcode) | Yes, original H.264 MP4, byte-range CDN | Web-optimized playback |
| Original-quality video download | Yes, no recompression | Limited video download options |
| Photo proofing & favorites | No | Yes, industry-leading |
| Client print store | No | Yes (sell prints, albums, products) |
| Mobile app for clients | No (responsive web) | Yes (dedicated app) |
| Built-in CRM | Yes, wedding-specific | Studio Manager (separate product) |
| Guest gallery (Live Moments) | Yes, QR-based guest uploads | No |
| Long-term archive | Safe Archive at $12–19/year per project | Content stored while subscription active |
| "Powered by" branding | None on any plan | Removed on paid plans |
Prices reflect publicly listed plans as of May 2026. Always verify on each vendor's current pricing page before committing.
1. Positioning: Video-First vs Photo-First
This is the fundamental difference, and it shapes every feature decision each platform makes.
Pixieset is THE photo gallery platform for wedding photographers. Used by hundreds of thousands of professionals worldwide, it's become the default choice for photo proofing, favorites selection, and print sales. Couples recognize the Pixieset interface — many have used it before as a guest. The platform added video support over time, but video has always been secondary to the core photo experience. Video storage is metered separately and limited compared to unlimited photo storage on paid plans.
OurStoria was designed from scratch for wedding videographers. Every architectural decision — storage tiers, gallery layouts, streaming infrastructure, CDN configuration — assumes the primary deliverable is a 30–60 GB 4K wedding film with supporting edits. Photos are included in every gallery, but the platform doesn't try to replicate Pixieset's photo proofing workflow. Instead, it focuses on what videographers actually need: lossless 4K delivery, cinematic presentation, and efficient project management for a season of weddings.
Where this shows up in practice:
- Storage allocation: OurStoria gives you 200 GB–1.5 TB of video storage as the primary quota. Pixieset gives you unlimited photos and 10–100 GB of video as a secondary quota. A single 4K wedding highlight can be 30–60 GB — Pixieset's video limits fill quickly.
- Streaming architecture: OurStoria serves original H.264 MP4 files via byte-range CDN with fast-start optimization. No transcoding, no recompression, no color shifts. Pixieset optimizes video for web playback within its photo-centric gallery experience.
- Gallery design: OurStoria's 12 layouts are built around a hero video player with supporting edits below and photos integrated. Pixieset's galleries are built around photo grids with video as an additional content type.
Neither platform is "wrong" — they're optimized for different primary deliverables. The question is which deliverable matters most to your business.
2. Pricing: What You Actually Pay
OurStoria Pricing (2026)
| Plan | Price | Video storage | Photo storage | Projects | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | $14.99/mo | 200 GB | 10 GB | Up to 15 | 10–15 weddings/year, solo videographer |
| Pro | $24.99/mo | 450 GB | 50 GB | Up to 40 | 20–40 weddings/year, hybrid video + photo |
| Studio | $59.99/mo | 1.5 TB | 200 GB | Up to 120 | High-volume studios, multi-shooter teams |
Annual billing saves ~17%: Starter $149.99/yr, Pro $249.99/yr, Studio $599.99/yr. All plans include every feature — 12 gallery layouts, 4K streaming, original MP4 download, CRM, analytics, Live Moments, custom fonts (34+), embed/iframe, password protection, and zero "Powered by" branding. No feature gating between plans — only storage and project limits change.
Pixieset Pricing (2026)
| Plan | Price | Photo storage | Video storage | Key features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0/mo | 3 GB | 0 GB | Basic galleries, watermarked downloads |
| Plus | $13/mo ($156/yr) | Unlimited | 10 GB | Branding removal, favorites, store |
| Pro | $20/mo ($240/yr) | Unlimited | 25 GB | Custom domain, advanced store options |
| Ultimate | $33/mo ($396/yr) | Unlimited | 100 GB | Priority support, all features |
Price Comparison for a Wedding Videographer
Consider a solo videographer delivering 15 weddings per year, each with a 30–40 GB 4K highlight package plus supporting edits:
- OurStoria Starter ($14.99/mo): 200 GB total video storage. Keep 5–6 active weddings streaming at once, archive completed ones. Full feature access including CRM, analytics, and Live Moments.
- Pixieset Ultimate ($33/mo): 100 GB video storage. That's 2–3 full 4K weddings. Even the highest-tier Pixieset plan can't hold a full season of video projects simultaneously.
Net effect: for video-heavy workloads, OurStoria provides 2x the video storage at less than half the price of Pixieset's top plan. Pixieset's unlimited photo storage is excellent if photos are your primary deliverable, but their video allocation is designed as a supplement, not a primary workflow.
3. Video Delivery: First-Class vs Add-On
This is the biggest functional gap between the two platforms.
OurStoria video delivery
- Original H.264 MP4 files stored without transcoding — what you upload is exactly what streams and downloads
- 4K streaming via Cloudflare's global CDN with byte-range serving and fast-start optimization
- No recompression artifacts, no color shifts, no generation loss
- Original-quality download for every video (couples get exactly what you exported)
- 12 gallery layouts designed around a hero video player with supporting edits
- Per-video analytics: views, watch duration, download events, device breakdown
- Embeddable galleries via iframe for your own website
Pixieset video delivery
- Video is an add-on to the photo gallery experience
- Limited video storage (10–100 GB across all plans)
- Web-optimized playback designed for supplementary video content
- Video appears alongside photos in the gallery grid
- Not architected for large-file 4K delivery workflows
If you're a photographer who occasionally includes a 2-minute highlight film alongside 800 photos, Pixieset handles that perfectly well. If video is your primary business and you're delivering 4K ceremony edits, reception films, and multi-angle cuts that total 40–80 GB per wedding, Pixieset's video infrastructure wasn't built for that workflow.
4. Photo Delivery
Here's where Pixieset genuinely excels — and where honesty requires acknowledging it.
Pixieset photo features
- Unlimited photo storage on all paid plans — no worrying about quotas
- Photo proofing: clients mark favorites, leave comments, narrow down selections
- Favorites workflow: couples select their favorite images for albums or prints
- Client print store: sell prints, canvas wraps, albums, and products directly through the gallery
- Slideshow builder: create animated slideshows from photo sets
- Mobile app: dedicated app for clients to browse, download, and share
- Download PIN protection and individual image download controls
- Activity tracking: see which photos clients view and download
OurStoria photo features
- Full photo delivery in every gallery — photos appear alongside videos in the same branded link
- Separate photo storage quota (10–200 GB depending on plan)
- High-resolution downloads for couples
- Photos organized within the cinematic gallery layout
- No proofing/favorites workflow
- No print store or product sales
- No slideshow builder
If photo proofing, favorites, and print sales are central to your business model, Pixieset is the better tool for that job — full stop. OurStoria includes photos so couples get everything in one link, but it doesn't try to replicate the sophisticated photo workflow Pixieset has refined over years.
5. Gallery Experience
OurStoria galleries
- 12 distinct cinematic layouts (Estate, Classic, Filmstrip, Immersive, Atelier, Editorial, Sidebar, Cinematic, and more)
- Each layout designed around a hero video player with supporting content below
- Custom logo, accent color, welcome message per couple
- 34+ custom fonts from the font library
- "A Film By" and photographer credit lines
- Custom URL slugs (
ourstoria.app/sarah-and-james) - Photos and videos in the same gallery, same link
- Password protection on all plans
- Zero "Powered by" text on every plan
- Embeddable via iframe
Pixieset galleries
- Clean, minimal gallery templates optimized for photo browsing
- Store integration within galleries (sell directly from the viewing experience)
- Slideshow feature for automated photo presentations
- Custom branding: logo, colors, custom domain on higher plans
- Mobile-optimized viewing with dedicated client app
- Favorites and selection tools built into the gallery
- "Powered by Pixieset" removed on paid plans
- Cover photo and gallery description customization
Both platforms produce polished, professional galleries. The difference is in what they're optimized to present. OurStoria galleries say "here's your wedding film" — the hero video dominates, supporting edits sit below, photos complement the cinematic experience. Pixieset galleries say "here are your wedding photos" — the grid dominates, browsing and selecting are the core interactions, video is additional content within that flow.
6. Branding & White-Label
Both platforms offer strong branding capabilities, but with different approaches:
- OurStoria: Zero "Powered by" branding on every plan — including Starter. Custom logo, accent color, fonts, credit lines, and URL slugs are available from day one. No tiers gate branding features.
- Pixieset: "Powered by Pixieset" branding removed on all paid plans (Plus and above). Custom domain available on Pro and Ultimate. Free tier shows Pixieset branding.
Both platforms get you to a fully branded, white-label experience on their paid tiers. OurStoria's advantage is that even the lowest plan includes every branding feature. Pixieset's advantage is that custom domain support (your own URL) is available on Pro and above.
7. Where Pixieset Wins
Pixieset has earned its position as the leading photo platform for wedding professionals. Here's where it genuinely outperforms OurStoria:
- Photo proofing and favorites. Pixieset's proofing workflow is industry-standard. Couples browse hundreds of images, mark favorites, leave comments, and narrow selections for albums — all within the gallery. OurStoria doesn't have proofing.
- Client print store. Sell prints, canvas wraps, albums, and products directly through the gallery. Pixieset handles fulfillment, payment processing, and shipping. This is a revenue stream many photographers depend on. OurStoria has no commerce features.
- Mobile app for clients. Pixieset offers a dedicated mobile app where couples browse galleries, download favorites, and share images. OurStoria is responsive web — no dedicated app.
- Slideshow builder. Create animated photo slideshows within the platform — useful for social media teasers and blog posts. OurStoria doesn't have this.
- Studio Manager. Pixieset's separate CRM/business management product (invoicing, contracts, questionnaires, scheduling) integrates with galleries. It's a full photographer business suite.
- Market recognition. Hundreds of thousands of photographers use Pixieset. Couples often recognize the interface from previous experiences. This familiarity breeds trust.
- Free tier exists. You can start with 3 GB of free photo storage to test the platform before paying anything. OurStoria's free trial is 7 days.
- Unlimited photo storage on paid plans. No worrying about photo quotas — upload everything from a full wedding day without managing space.
8. Where OurStoria Wins
- Video is a first-class citizen. 12 cinematic gallery layouts designed around video presentation. 4K streaming with no transcoding. Original H.264 MP4 delivery via byte-range CDN. Video isn't an add-on — it's the reason the platform exists.
- Dramatically more video storage for less money. OurStoria Starter gives you 200 GB of video for $14.99/mo. Pixieset Ultimate gives you 100 GB of video for $33/mo. For video-heavy workloads, the economics aren't close.
- Live Moments guest gallery. QR-code-based guest uploads during the wedding — guests scan, photograph, and everything lands in a branded gallery. Charge $200–400 as a premium add-on. Pixieset has no equivalent.
- Built-in CRM for couples. Every project is a client record with wedding date, booking status, delivery tracking, and relationship management. Not a separate product with separate pricing.
- Safe Archive ($12–19/yr per project). Keep individual projects accessible for couples years after your subscription ends. Sell "lifetime gallery access" as a premium package upgrade.
- Public portfolio page. Built-in portfolio at
ourstoria.app/{username}— showcase selected films without building a separate site. - No feature gating between plans. OurStoria Starter includes every feature: all 12 layouts, CRM, analytics, Live Moments, custom fonts, embed/iframe, password protection. You only upgrade for more storage and projects.
- Photo + video in one gallery, one link. Couples get a single branded URL for their entire wedding delivery — films and photos together in a cinematic experience.
- No transcoding or recompression. What you export from your NLE is exactly what streams and downloads. Zero generation loss, no color shifts, no artifacts.
9. Who Should Pick Which
Choose Pixieset if:
- You are primarily a photographer (90%+ of your revenue comes from photos)
- Photo proofing, favorites, and client selection workflows are central to your process
- You sell prints, albums, or products through your galleries
- You want a full business suite (Studio Manager) alongside gallery delivery
- Video is a minor supplement to your photo deliverables (short highlight clips, teasers)
- You value unlimited photo storage above all else
Choose OurStoria if:
- You are primarily a wedding videographer (video is your main deliverable)
- You deliver 4K files and need storage that matches (200 GB–1.5 TB)
- Original-quality streaming and downloads matter (no transcoding)
- You want photo + video in a single cinematic gallery experience
- You value full-feature access on every plan without feature gating
- Live Moments, built-in CRM, or Safe Archive fit your workflow
- You're a hybrid shooter whose primary deliverable is still the film
Running both during transition
If you're a hybrid shooter currently on Pixieset for photos and looking to level up your video delivery, running both platforms in parallel is a perfectly valid strategy. Use Pixieset for photo proofing and print sales. Use OurStoria for the video delivery experience and the combined gallery link you send to couples. Many videographers operate this way during their transition, especially if they already have a Pixieset workflow that clients depend on.
10. Migration: Switching from Pixieset to OurStoria
If you're currently using Pixieset for video delivery and want to switch to OurStoria:
- Assess your workflow. If you rely on Pixieset primarily for photo proofing and print sales, you may want to keep it for photos while using OurStoria for video delivery. You don't have to choose one exclusively.
- Export your video files. Download your original video files from Pixieset. If you still have the originals on your editing drive (most videographers do), use those directly.
- Create projects in OurStoria. Set up new projects for active clients. Upload highlight films, ceremony edits, and supporting videos.
- Add photos if desired. Upload the same photo sets to OurStoria galleries for a combined delivery — or keep photos on Pixieset and use OurStoria only for video.
- Choose a gallery layout and customize. Pick from 12 layouts, set branding, add welcome message. First gallery takes 10–15 minutes; subsequent ones take 5.
- Send new links to couples. Share the OurStoria gallery link for video delivery. Optionally keep Pixieset active for photo proofing.
- Archive completed projects. Use Safe Archive ($12/year per project) for weddings you want to keep accessible long-term.
Migration timeline: 1–2 hours for your first 5 projects. The process is straightforward since OurStoria doesn't require complex configuration — choose a layout, upload, and share.
FAQ
Can Pixieset replace a dedicated video delivery platform?
For short highlight clips alongside a full photo gallery — yes, Pixieset handles that well. For videographers delivering multiple 4K edits (ceremony, reception, highlight) totaling 40–80 GB per wedding, Pixieset's video storage limits (10–100 GB total across all projects) become restrictive quickly. OurStoria's infrastructure is designed for that heavier video workload.
Does OurStoria support photo proofing or favorites?
No. OurStoria includes photo delivery in every gallery — couples can view and download full-resolution photos alongside their wedding film. But it doesn't have proofing, favorites selection, or commenting workflows. If proofing is essential to your business, Pixieset remains the better tool for that specific function.
Is OurStoria cheaper than Pixieset for video delivery?
Significantly. OurStoria Starter ($14.99/mo) includes 200 GB of video storage with full feature access. Pixieset Ultimate ($33/mo) includes 100 GB of video. For the same budget, OurStoria provides roughly 4x the video storage capacity. If video is your primary deliverable, the cost difference is substantial.
Can I use both platforms together?
Yes, and many hybrid shooters do exactly this. Use Pixieset for photo proofing, favorites, and print sales. Use OurStoria for video delivery with its cinematic gallery layouts and 4K streaming. Send couples both links, or use OurStoria's combined gallery for the "one link" experience. The platforms don't conflict.
Does OurStoria have a client app like Pixieset?
No dedicated app. OurStoria galleries are responsive web experiences that work on any device — phone, tablet, desktop — without requiring an app download. Pixieset's dedicated mobile app is an advantage for photographers whose clients prefer app-based gallery browsing.
What about Pixieset's Studio Manager vs OurStoria's CRM?
Different scope. Pixieset's Studio Manager is a full business management suite — invoicing, contracts, questionnaires, scheduling, and workflow automation. It's a separate product with its own pricing. OurStoria's CRM is lighter but integrated directly: every project is a client record with wedding date, booking status, delivery tracking, and relationship management. No extra cost, no separate product. For full business management, Studio Manager is more comprehensive. For delivery-focused client tracking, OurStoria's built-in CRM is simpler and included.
Does Pixieset offer a free plan?
Yes — Pixieset has a permanent free tier with 3 GB of photo storage (no video). It's enough to test the platform and deliver a few small galleries. OurStoria offers a 7-day Free Pro Trial with 20 GB of video and 1 GB of photos, no credit card required — all Pro features unlocked for the trial period.
Verdict
Pixieset is an exceptional platform that has earned its dominance in the wedding photography space. Its photo proofing, favorites workflow, print store, and mobile app represent years of refinement. If you're a photographer first, Pixieset is hard to beat for what it does.
But Pixieset was built for photographers, and video was added as a feature — not as the foundation. For wedding videographers who deliver 4K films as their primary product, the video storage limits, playback architecture, and gallery design don't match what a video-first platform provides.
OurStoria exists for that exact gap. More video storage at lower cost, 12 cinematic gallery layouts designed around hero video presentation, 4K streaming without transcoding, original MP4 downloads, Live Moments for the wedding day, and a CRM built around couples and wedding dates. Every feature assumes video is the star of the delivery.
The honest answer for many hybrid shooters: use both. Pixieset for photo proofing and print sales. OurStoria for the video delivery experience. As your business leans more toward video, OurStoria's combined galleries (photos + video in one cinematic link) may eventually replace the need for two platforms entirely.
Ready to try it? Start a 7-day Free Pro Trial — every Pro Plan feature unlocked, 20 GB video + 1 GB photos included, no credit card required. Upload one wedding film, choose a gallery layout, and see the difference a video-first platform makes.
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Last updated: May 2026. Pricing and features reflect publicly listed information at time of writing. Always verify on each vendor's current pricing page before subscribing.