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**Comparison and alternatives**

# OwnPix vs Guestlense

Guestlense and OwnPix provide QR codes for collecting guest photos. Compare gallery access, event materials and storage before choosing.

[**Create your event**](https://ownpix.app/#pricing)

Guests can share from their browser, with no app to download.

## The short answer

Both collect photos and videos through a QR code without a guest app. Guestlense adds password protection, camera filters and optional printed cards; OwnPix offers an optional album reveal and longer upload windows on higher plans.

## Which fits your event?

### **OwnPix**

Browser uploads and a shared event album with an optional reveal.

### **Guestlense**

Guestlense lists event photo sharing and customizable gallery pages.

## Side by side

| **What to compare** | **OwnPix** | **Guestlense** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Guest entry | QR code or link; browser upload | QR code or sharing link |
| Guest access | Anyone with the link can view once the album opens | Optional password-protected guestbook |
| Upload window | 3, 6 or 12 months, depending on plan | 3 months from the event date |
| Download access | 6, 12 or 24 months, depending on plan | 12 months from the event date |
| Albums | 1, 6 or 20 total, depending on plan | Unlimited albums listed |
| Extras | Optional reveal; slideshow on Standard and Large | Photo booth filters, captions and a live slideshow |
| Printed materials | Download the QR code and arrange printing | Optional packages include printed, shipped QR cards |

[**Guestlense lists its features, upload window and packages**](https://www.guestlense.com/#pricing). Checked 5 November 2026; provider terms can change.

## Which should you choose?

**Choose OwnPix** if you want a dedicated photo and video album with a QR code and an optional reveal. Guests can add their moments from a browser.

**Choose Guestlense** if you want password protection, filters or QR cards printed and shipped. Its published digital package keeps uploads open for three months, with a year of access from the event date.

## Before sending the invitation

| **Check** | **Why it matters** |
| --- | --- |
| Upload window | Guests need time to add their photos |
| Album access | Know when to return and download a copy |
| Sharing | A link can be forwarded; tell guests who can see the gallery |

Test the QR code on another phone. In OwnPix, anyone with the event link can view the gallery once it is available.

## How OwnPix helps

OwnPix gives guests a QR code or link to share photos and videos in an event album. You can choose a reveal time and download the collection before your plan’s storage period ends.

## Frequently asked questions

## Bring everyone’s photos together

Choose your plan, pay once, and set up your event album.

[**Create your event**](https://ownpix.app/#pricing)