Agiled vs ShootProof: Complete Comparison (2026)

Agiled and ShootProof solve completely different problems. ShootProof is a photography platform focused on client galleries, photo proofing, and selling prints with zero commission. Agiled is a complete business management platform with CRM, proposals, invoicing, project management, HR, and AI. ShootProof helps photographers deliver and sell photos. Agiled helps service businesses manage their entire operations.

ShootProof provides "emotional support software for photographers" and serves 400,000+ photographers worldwide. The platform includes client galleries with 21 intro page designs, photo proofing with favorites and labels, print selling with $0 commission through professional labs (Bay Photo, WHCC, Miller's), digital download selling, customized invoicing with AutoPay and installments, custom tipping (average $59.20 per invoice), contracts with eSignature, email marketing with abandoned cart reminders, a portfolio website builder, online booking ($4.99/month add-on), and ShootProof Pay with same-day Stripe payouts. Pricing is storage-based: Free (100 photos), $8.33/month (1,500 photos), $16.67/month (5,000 photos), $26.67/month (25,000 photos), $50/month (unlimited photos). Over $1 billion in photographer sales processed. 24/7 support by real photographers.

Agiled covers the full business lifecycle — CRM with pipeline management, proposals, contracts, invoicing, project management with Kanban and Gantt, time tracking, scheduling, client portals, HR, payroll, expense tracking, and AI agents. Free plan for 1 user. Paid plans start at $30/month for 3 users.

Quick comparison (TLDR)

ShootProof is the industry standard for photography delivery and sales. The zero-commission print selling is the headline feature — photographers set their own prices for prints, canvases, and digital downloads, then ShootProof handles fulfillment through professional labs (Bay Photo, WHCC, Miller's). Photographers keep 100% of sales revenue. Client galleries with 21 intro page styles, 34 fonts, and unlimited colors create beautiful, branded delivery experiences. Photo proofing lets clients favorite, label, and select images. Email marketing campaigns drive gallery sales — studios using campaigns make 187% more in sales. Abandoned cart reminders recover lost revenue. Custom tipping averages $59.20 per invoice.

But ShootProof is a photography delivery and sales platform, not a business management tool. There is no CRM — no lead management, deal pipelines, or sales tracking. No project management, task tracking, or Gantt charts. No time tracking. No proposals. No expense tracking. No HR, payroll, or employee management. No AI features. The invoicing is basic (per-session, not recurring). Contracts are fill-in-the-blank templates (not AI-assisted). Booking is a $4.99/month add-on. The platform manages photo delivery — not the business.

Agiled provides CRM, proposals with AI, contracts, invoicing with recurring billing, Gantt charts, time tracking, scheduling, client portal, HR, payroll, expense tracking, and AI agents. No photo galleries, proofing, print selling, or lab fulfillment.

The bottom line: ShootProof is essential for photographers who sell prints and need professional gallery delivery. Agiled is essential for service businesses (including photographers) who need complete business management. Many photographers use both — ShootProof for photo delivery and Agiled for business operations.

Key differences at a glance

• Photo galleries: ShootProof includes client galleries with proofing. Agiled does not.
• Print selling: ShootProof handles print fulfillment with $0 commission. Agiled does not.
• CRM: Agiled includes pipeline CRM. ShootProof has no CRM.
• Project management: Agiled includes Gantt, Kanban, dependencies. ShootProof has none.
• Time tracking: Agiled includes time tracking. ShootProof has none.
• Proposals: Agiled includes AI-assisted proposals. ShootProof has none.
• HR/payroll: Agiled includes HR and payroll. ShootProof has none.
• AI: Agiled includes AI agents. ShootProof has none.
• Invoicing: Agiled includes multi-currency, recurring billing. ShootProof has per-session invoicing.
• Email marketing: ShootProof includes campaigns and abandoned cart. Agiled does not.
• Pricing model: ShootProof charges by photo storage ($0-50/month). Agiled charges by users ($0-120/month).

Photo galleries and proofing

ShootProof

Industry-leading gallery experience. Client galleries with 21 intro page styles, 34 font choices, unlimited colors, custom branding (logo, watermarks), password protection, custom subdomains, and no ShootProof branding. Photo proofing lets clients mark favorites, add labels, and select images for albums, prints, or further editing.

Slideshows and reels (coming Summer 2026) will add video-style gallery presentations. AI-resistant watermarks protect images from AI scraping. The gallery experience is specifically designed for the emotional, high-value moment when clients first see their photos.

Agiled

No photo galleries or proofing. Agiled does not include image galleries, photo proofing, or visual delivery features.

Verdict

ShootProof wins. This is its core purpose and no general business tool replicates it.

Print selling and fulfillment

ShootProof

Zero-commission e-commerce for photographers. Photographers set their own prices for prints, canvases, metal prints, albums, and digital downloads. ShootProof connects to professional labs (Bay Photo, WHCC, Miller's) for order fulfillment — photographers upload photos, clients order prints, labs print and ship. ShootProof takes $0 commission on all sales. ShootProof Pay provides same-day payouts via Stripe.

Gallery storefronts, packages for bundle pricing, abandoned cart reminders (recover lost sales), and email campaigns that drive 187% higher sales complete the commerce experience.

Agiled

No print selling or fulfillment. Agiled does not include e-commerce, print fulfillment, or product sales.

Verdict

ShootProof wins. Photography print selling is a specialized capability.

CRM, proposals, and contracts

ShootProof

Basic contracts only. Fill-in-the-blank contract templates with eSignature. No CRM, no lead management, no proposals, no deal tracking. Contracts are functional but basic.

Agiled

Full client lifecycle. Pipeline CRM, AI-assisted proposals, contracts with e-signatures, proposal-to-project conversion.

Verdict

Agiled wins on every client management and sales feature.

Invoicing and payments

ShootProof

Session-based invoicing. Invoicing for photography sessions with AutoPay (deposits and installments), custom tipping (average $59.20 per invoice), and ShootProof Pay for same-day payouts. Not designed for recurring billing or complex invoicing.

Agiled

Business invoicing. Multi-currency, recurring billing, payment schedules, time-to-invoice conversion, expense-to-invoice linking.

Verdict

Different purposes. ShootProof handles photography session billing well. Agiled handles complex business invoicing.

Email marketing

ShootProof

Gallery sales campaigns. Email marketing with pre-written templates, abandoned cart reminders, and automated campaigns tied to galleries. Studios using campaigns make 187% more in sales. This drives print and digital download revenue.

Agiled

No email marketing. Agiled does not include email campaigns or abandoned cart features.

Verdict

ShootProof wins on marketing for photography sales.

Booking and scheduling

ShootProof

Booking add-on ($4.99/month). Booking landing page, integrated contracts and invoices, automated emails, Google Calendar integration. Questionnaires coming Spring 2026. Not included in base pricing.

Agiled

Scheduling on all paid plans. Booking pages, calendar integration, automated reminders.

Verdict

Agiled includes scheduling. ShootProof charges extra.

Project management, time tracking, and HR

ShootProof

None. No project management, time tracking, HR, payroll, or expense management.

Agiled

All included. Kanban, Gantt, dependencies, time tracking, HR, payroll, expense tracking.

Verdict

Agiled wins on every operational feature.

Pricing comparison

Feature	Agiled	ShootProof
Free plan	1 user, CRM, projects	100 photos
Entry plan	$30/month (3 users)	$8.33/month (1,500 photos)
Full plan	$120/month (unlimited users)	$50/month (unlimited photos)
Photo galleries	Not available	All plans
Print selling	Not available	$0 commission
CRM	Full pipeline	Not available
Proposals	AI-assisted	Not available
Project management	Gantt, Kanban	Not available
Time tracking	Included	Not available
HR/payroll	Included	Not available
AI	Included	Not available
Email marketing	Not available	Included
Booking	Included	$4.99/month add-on
Contracts	AI-assisted, e-signatures	Fill-in-blank templates

The photographer tech stack

Many photographers use ShootProof alongside a business management tool. The complementary approach works well:

Combined stack	Monthly cost
ShootProof (5,000 photos)	$16.67/month
Agiled (free plan)	$0/month
Total	$16.67/month

This gives photographers gallery delivery, print selling, CRM, proposals, contracts, invoicing, and project management for under $17/month. A studio needing more users might pay ShootProof $26.67 (25,000 photos) plus Agiled $30 (3 users) = $56.67/month for a full photography business toolkit. The key is using each platform for what it does best — ShootProof for delivery and sales, Agiled for operations.

Security and compliance

ShootProof

Photography-grade security. Secure photo storage and delivery, password-protected galleries, AI-resistant watermarks, secure payment processing via ShootProof Pay (Stripe). Trusted by 400,000+ photographers with 4.16 billion photos shared. No specific enterprise certifications (SOC 2, GDPR) prominently advertised — confirm for regulated use cases. Gallery passwords and watermarks protect client images from unauthorized use and AI scraping.

Agiled

Standard SaaS security. Data encryption, role-based access, two-factor authentication, secure client portal. Both platforms handle standard business and photography data appropriately. Regulated industries should verify compliance requirements with each vendor.

Verdict

Both provide appropriate security. ShootProof adds photography-specific protections (watermarks, gallery passwords). Neither advertises enterprise compliance certifications; both are suitable for typical photography businesses.

Integration ecosystem

ShootProof

Photography integrations. Stripe for payments (ShootProof Pay), professional print labs (Bay Photo, WHCC, Miller's), Google Calendar for booking add-on. Limited third-party integrations. The platform is focused on the photography fulfillment chain — galleries, labs, payments. No native CRM, project management, or accounting integrations. Photographers using ShootProof for galleries typically run a separate tool for business operations.

Agiled

Business integrations. Payment gateways, calendar services, email providers, third-party tools. Broader connectivity for CRM, invoicing, and project management. Zapier and similar platforms can extend integrations where native options are lacking.

Verdict

Agiled has broader integration options. ShootProof integrates with the photography fulfillment chain. Using both requires no native integration — they operate as separate tools. Many photographers run ShootProof for galleries and Agiled for CRM/projects with manual contact management across systems.

User reviews

ShootProof strengths

Zero commission. The $0 commission on all sales — forever — is the primary draw. Competitors often take 10-20% of sales.

Gallery quality. 21 intro page styles with extensive customization create premium delivery experiences.

Support. 24/7 support by real photographers who understand the industry.

Common ShootProof considerations

Not a business management tool. Photographers need separate tools for CRM, project management, and financial management.

Per-storage pricing. High-volume photographers (weddings, events) can fill storage quickly, pushing toward the $50/month unlimited plan.

Booking is extra. The $4.99/month booking add-on is not included in base pricing.

Decision matrix

Scenario	Best choice
Photographer selling prints and digital downloads	ShootProof
Photographer needing CRM, proposals, and project management	Agiled
Photographer wanting gallery delivery with business management	Both (ShootProof + Agiled free)
Service business (non-photography)	Agiled
Photographer needing email marketing for gallery sales	ShootProof
Studio with employees needing HR and payroll	Agiled
Photographer wanting zero-commission print sales	ShootProof
Photographer needing abandoned cart recovery	ShootProof
Multi-discipline creative (photography + consulting)	Agiled

Who should choose ShootProof

• Photographers selling prints who want zero-commission sales with lab fulfillment
• Wedding and portrait photographers who need beautiful client gallery delivery
• Photographers who want email marketing to drive gallery sales revenue
• Studios wanting same-day payouts via ShootProof Pay

Who should choose Agiled

• Service businesses of any type including photographers who need business management
• Photographers who need CRM with lead tracking and deal pipelines
• Photographers with employees who need HR, payroll, and attendance
• Creatives who need project management for complex shoots or multi-deliverable projects
• Freelancers who want a free plan with CRM and unlimited projects

Total cost of ownership analysis

Photographers selling prints need a gallery platform plus business management. The table below compares full-stack costs for solo, small studio, and high-volume photographers.

Business profile	ShootProof + business tools	Agiled + gallery	Notes
Solo, prints only	ShootProof $8–17/mo + Agiled free	Agiled free + separate gallery	ShootProof essential for print fulfillment
Studio, prints + CRM	ShootProof $17–50/mo + Agiled $30/mo	Agiled $30/mo + ShootProof $8–50/mo	Combined stack ~$47–80/mo
High volume (25K+ photos)	ShootProof $50/mo unlimited + Agiled	Same	Storage-based ShootProof scales with volume

Zero-commission economics. ShootProof takes $0 commission on print and digital sales — photographers keep 100% of revenue. Competitors often take 10–20%. On $10,000 in annual print sales, that's $1,000–2,000 saved. The savings justify ShootProof's subscription cost for photographers with meaningful print revenue.

Vertical vs horizontal platform trade-off

When photography-specific tools win. ShootProof's gallery delivery, proofing, print fulfillment, and email marketing are purpose-built for photographers. The zero-commission model, lab integrations (Bay Photo, WHCC, Miller's), and abandoned cart recovery drive revenue. No general business platform replicates this.

When general platforms win. Agiled serves photographers who need CRM, project management, HR, and AI. ShootProof has no CRM, no project tracking, no proposals. Photographers selling prints need both — ShootProof for delivery and sales, Agiled for business operations.

The hybrid reality. Most photographers who sell prints use ShootProof. Many add Agiled for CRM, invoicing, and projects. The combined stack is common and well-supported. There is little overlap — ShootProof does not do CRM or projects; Agiled does not do galleries or print fulfillment. The tools are complementary rather than competitive.

Zero-commission economics: how photographers profit

ShootProof's $0 commission on all sales is the headline differentiator. Photographers set their own prices for prints, canvases, metal prints, albums, and digital downloads. ShootProof connects to professional labs for fulfillment — photographers upload photos, clients order, labs print and ship. ShootProof takes no cut. Compare: a 15% commission platform would take $150 on a $1,000 print order; ShootProof takes $0. For photographers with $20,000+ in annual print sales, the savings exceed $2,000–4,000 versus commission-based alternatives. The subscription cost ($8–50/month) is easily justified.

Gallery customization depth

ShootProof offers 21 intro page styles, 34 font choices, unlimited colors, custom branding (logo, watermarks), password protection, and custom subdomains. Galleries can be fully fully branded — no ShootProof branding. Photo proofing lets clients mark favorites, add labels, and select images for albums or prints. AI-resistant watermarks protect images from AI scraping. The gallery experience is designed for the emotional moment when clients first see their photos — a premium, branded delivery that drives satisfaction and referrals.

Print lab fulfillment workflow

ShootProof connects to Bay Photo, WHCC, and Miller's — professional labs used by top photographers. Workflow: photographer uploads edited photos to ShootProof, creates a gallery, client views and orders prints, order routes to the lab, lab prints and ships directly to client. Photographer never touches physical prints. Labs handle quality control, packaging, and shipping. ShootProof manages the order flow and payment. Agiled has no equivalent — it does not handle print fulfillment or lab integrations.

Email marketing ROI: 187% more sales

ShootProof's internal data shows studios using email campaigns make 187% more in sales than those who don't. Pre-written templates, abandoned cart reminders, and automated campaigns tied to galleries drive print and digital download revenue. The platform knows when a client viewed a gallery but didn't purchase — and can send a reminder. Agiled has no email marketing or abandoned cart features. For photographers who rely on gallery sales, ShootProof's marketing tools are a significant revenue driver.

Abandoned cart recovery

ShootProof sends automated reminders when clients view a gallery but don't complete a purchase. This recovers revenue that would otherwise be lost. Industry benchmarks suggest 10–30% of abandoned carts can be recovered with reminders. For a photographer with $15,000 in annual gallery sales, that could mean $1,500–4,500 in recovered revenue. Agiled does not offer abandoned cart functionality.

Custom tipping detail

ShootProof's custom tipping feature lets clients add a tip at checkout. The average tip is $59.20 per invoice — meaningful additional income for photographers. Tips are configurable (percentage or fixed amount) and flow through ShootProof Pay for same-day payouts. Agiled does not include tipping in its invoicing.

Combined ShootProof + Agiled stack analysis

Component	ShootProof	Agiled	Combined cost
Gallery + proofing	$8.33–50/mo	—	—
Print selling	$0 commission	—	—
CRM + proposals	—	Free–$120/mo	—
Project management	—	Included	—
Invoicing (sessions)	Basic	Full	—
Total (solo)	$8.33–17/mo	$0	$8.33–17/mo
Total (studio)	$17–50/mo	$30–60/mo	$47–110/mo

This stack gives photographers gallery delivery, print selling, CRM, proposals, contracts, invoicing, and project management. Many photographers use ShootProof (5,000 photos) at $16.67/month plus Agiled free for under $17/month total.

Onboarding and learning curve

ShootProof. Gallery setup is straightforward — upload photos, choose a style, share the link. Print selling requires connecting a lab and setting prices. Email marketing and abandoned cart need initial configuration. Photographers typically become productive within 1–2 weeks. 24/7 support by real photographers. Free plan (100 photos) for evaluation.

Agiled. Self-service onboarding, free plan for evaluation. Module-based adoption — CRM, then projects, then HR. Expect 2–4 weeks for full adoption. More to learn but more value for business operations.

Verdict. ShootProof is faster for gallery and print workflows — photographers can be live with a gallery in under an hour. Agiled requires more setup for CRM and projects but offers broader business value. Photographers new to both typically adopt ShootProof first (immediate gallery need) then add Agiled as the business grows and CRM/project needs emerge.

Expanded user reviews

ShootProof — specific praises

Zero commission. "I switched from a platform that took 15%. On $30K in print sales, I save $4,500 a year. That pays for ShootProof many times over."

Gallery quality. "Clients love the galleries. The 21 intro styles and customization make every delivery feel premium. I get compliments on the experience."

Abandoned cart. "I was leaving money on the table. The reminders recover 15–20% of would-be lost sales. Huge."

Support. "24/7 support by photographers who get it. When I had a lab order issue, they knew exactly what to do."

ShootProof — specific complaints

Not a business tool. "I need CRM and project management. ShootProof doesn't have it — I use Agiled for that. Two systems."

Storage limits. "Wedding photographers fill 5,000 photos fast. I'm on the $50 unlimited plan. Would be nice if the mid-tier had more."

Booking is extra. "The $4.99/month booking add-on feels like it should be included. Small gripe but noticeable."

Agiled — specific praises (from photographers)

Free plan. "CRM and unlimited projects for $0. I use ShootProof for galleries and Agiled for everything else. Total cost under $20/month."

Project management. "I track wedding prep, shoot day, and delivery. Gantt view helps with deadlines. ShootProof can't do that."

Agiled — specific complaints (from photographers)

No galleries. "I need ShootProof or similar for delivery. Agiled doesn't replace that."

Reporting and analytics comparison

Capability	ShootProof	Agiled
Gallery analytics	Views, favorites, sales by gallery	—
Sales analytics	Revenue by product, print vs digital	Invoicing, deal pipeline
Email analytics	Campaign performance, open rates	—
Business analytics	—	CRM, projects, forecasting

ShootProof focuses on gallery and sales metrics — which galleries get the most views, which products sell, campaign performance. Agiled focuses on business metrics — deal pipeline, project progress, revenue forecasting. Photographers using both get complementary reporting — gallery performance from ShootProof, business performance from Agiled. No native integration between the two; reporting is siloed by platform.

Mobile experience comparison

ShootProof. Responsive web and mobile-optimized galleries. Clients view and order from phones. Photographers can manage galleries and orders on mobile web. No native app advertised.

Agiled. Responsive web design. Adequate for quick checks. No native app.

Verdict. Comparable. Both rely on mobile web. ShootProof's client-facing galleries are optimized for mobile viewing — important since many clients browse and order from phones. Wedding and portrait clients often view galleries on mobile first; ShootProof's responsive design and touch-friendly proofing interface support this. Agiled's mobile web works for photographers checking CRM or project status on the go.

When to use both platforms together

Photographers who sell prints and need business management should use both. ShootProof for gallery delivery, proofing, print selling, and email marketing. Agiled for CRM, proposals, contracts, invoicing (beyond session billing), and project management. Combined cost: ShootProof $8–50/month plus Agiled $0–120/month. Data lives in two systems — contacts in Agiled, galleries in ShootProof. No native integration, but the workflows are distinct enough that overlap is minimal. This is the recommended stack for serious photographers who sell prints and run a full business. Example: a wedding photographer uses ShootProof for client galleries, print orders, and abandoned cart emails; Agiled for lead tracking, proposals, contracts, and wedding timeline project management. The tools complement each other without redundancy.

FAQ

Can I use ShootProof and Agiled together?

Yes. Many photographers use ShootProof for gallery delivery and print selling alongside Agiled for CRM, invoicing, proposals, and project management. The combined cost starts at $16.67/month.

Does ShootProof have a CRM?

No. ShootProof does not include lead management, deal pipelines, or sales tracking. Agiled includes a full pipeline CRM.

Does ShootProof have project management?

No. ShootProof does not include task tracking, Gantt charts, or project management features.

Is ShootProof free?

ShootProof has a free plan limited to 100 photos. Paid plans start at $8.33/month (annual) for 1,500 photos. Agiled also has a free plan with CRM and unlimited projects.

Does ShootProof have AI?

No. ShootProof does not include AI features. Agiled includes AI agents for proposal drafting and email writing.

Does ShootProof have proposals?

No. ShootProof has basic contracts with eSignature but no proposal builder or AI-assisted proposal creation.

How does ShootProof's zero commission work?

ShootProof takes $0 commission on all print and digital sales. Photographers set their own prices; clients pay; ShootProof processes the payment and routes orders to labs. Photographers keep 100% of revenue. Competitors often take 10–20%. On $20,000 in annual print sales, that's $2,000–4,000 saved versus commission-based platforms.

Does ShootProof have abandoned cart recovery?

Yes. ShootProof sends automated reminders when clients view a gallery but don't complete a purchase. Studios using email campaigns make 187% more in sales. This feature is a significant revenue driver for photographers who sell prints.

What print labs does ShootProof integrate with?

ShootProof connects to Bay Photo, WHCC, and Miller's — professional labs used by top photographers. Orders route automatically from ShootProof to the lab; labs print and ship directly to clients. Photographers never handle physical prints.

How much does the combined ShootProof + Agiled stack cost?

A common setup: ShootProof at $16.67/month (5,000 photos) plus Agiled free = under $17/month total. For studios: ShootProof $17–50/month plus Agiled $30–60/month = $47–110/month. This gives gallery delivery, print selling, CRM, proposals, contracts, invoicing, and project management. The combined stack is the most cost-effective way to run a full photography business that sells prints. ShootProof handles delivery and sales; Agiled handles operations.

Does ShootProof have a mobile app?

ShootProof uses responsive web and mobile-optimized galleries. Clients can view and order from phones. There is no native mobile app advertised; the web experience is optimized for mobile. Photographers manage galleries and orders via mobile web — adequate for most use cases.

What is ShootProof's custom tipping feature?

ShootProof lets clients add a tip at checkout. The average tip is $59.20 per invoice — meaningful additional income. Tips are configurable (percentage or fixed amount) and flow through ShootProof Pay for same-day payouts. Agiled does not include tipping in its invoicing.