A Pix alternativethat starts free and costs less.
Pix (pix.wedding) is a well-made QR-code album with a slideshow, an audio guestbook and photo games. Picaggo is just as easy for guests, starts at $9.99 instead of $44, includes face search on every paid plan, and adds WhatsApp uploads and Smart Sync.
The honest version.
What Pix does well, and where it falls short.
Where Pix is good
- Unlimited photos, videos and guests on every paid plan.
- Fun extras on Standard and Pro: a live slideshow, an audio guestbook, photo missions and photo bingo.
- No app or account for guests or the couple, in seven languages.
Where it falls short
- The free plan stops at 20 uploads.
- Paid plans start at $44 (on offer, normally $74), and face search is only on the $84 Pro plan.
- Every upload is manual, and WhatsApp upload isn't listed.
Picaggo vs Pix
| Feature | Picaggo | Pix |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free 500MB (~200 photos); pay once from $9.99 for 2GB, valid 12 months | $44, $54 or $84 one time (on offer; normally $74 to $133) |
| Free plan | 500MB, about 200 photos, unlimited guests | 20 uploads |
| Guests add photos without an app | Yes: QR code or link opens in the browser, no account | Yes |
| WhatsApp upload | Yes: guests send photos to a WhatsApp number | Not listed |
| Collects photos without guests picking them | Yes: Smart Sync, for guests who install the app | No |
| AI face search | On paid plans | Pro plan only ($84) |
| Live photo wall | Yes, every plan | Live slideshow on Standard and Pro |
| Guestbook | Photo guestbook with voice notes | Audio guestbook on Standard and Pro |
| Where photos are kept | Picaggo, plus Google Drive sync on paid plans | Pix |
| How long | Paid plans: 12 months, then 30 days to download | 6 months (Starter) to 2 years (Pro) |
Pix’s prices and features checked on 14 November 2026 (pix.wedding/). Prices change often, so check with Pix before you buy. Picaggo prices in US dollars; see all plans.
Which should you choose?
Choose Pix if
You want photo games like missions and bingo, or a custom domain, and are happy to pay $54 to $84.
Choose Picaggo if
You want to start free with real room (500MB), pay from $9.99, get face search on any paid plan, and collect more with WhatsApp and Smart Sync.
Still deciding? See how Picaggo compares with other apps, or read the 5 ways to collect photos from guests.
Picaggo vs Pix: FAQ
Is Picaggo cheaper than Pix?
Picaggo starts free with 500MB, about 200 photos, and paid plans are a one-time payment from $9.99 for 2GB, valid 12 months. Pix paid plans were $44, $54 or $84 one time when we checked (on offer), with unlimited uploads.
Does Picaggo have face search like Pix Pro?
Yes, on every paid Picaggo plan. Guests take a selfie and Picaggo finds every photo they're in. On Pix, AI selfie search is only on the $84 Pro plan.
How is Picaggo's free plan different from Pix's?
Picaggo's free plan gives you 500MB, about 200 photos, with unlimited guests and a live photo wall. Pix's free plan allows 20 uploads, so it works as a trial.
Do guests need an app for Picaggo?
No. Guests scan the QR code or open the link and upload from the browser. Relatives who prefer WhatsApp can send photos to Picaggo's WhatsApp number, and guests with the app can turn on Smart Sync.
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