Our Event Album vs The Guest
The Guest was a legitimate The Knot photo-sharing app, but it is no longer a current option for new events. Its retirement notice (quoted by lense.app) said new event creation stopped on October 12, 2022, with past-event downloads available until June 2024, and its App Store listing now returns 404, and the old domain no longer resolves. This comparison focuses on what The Guest offered historically and what to use now.
The Guest is marked as discontinued
Our database lists The Guest as discontinued as of October 12, 2022. Check source links below before relying on current pricing, signup, or feature availability.
Our Event AlbumvsThe Guest- at a glance
The useful comparison is whether guests can upload easily, what the host gets for the price, and which features are included without extra work.
- ✓Unique QR code for your event
- ✓Printable sign templates (PDF)
- ✓Unlimited photo & video uploads
- ✓Custom welcome page
- ✓6 months of secure hosting
- ✓Download all photos during your hosting period
Choose Our Event Album if...
You want one private QR-code album for your event at a one-time price of $39, with guests uploading from their browser.
Consider The Guest if...
A specificThe Guestfeature, plan, or workflow below fits your event better.
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Pricing, feature checks, reviews, and source links are still on the page so the recommendation is easy to audit.
WhatOur Event Albumcustomers say
See reviews“Great product with great customer service!”
Teresa · Event · Verified Etsy review
“This was perfect for my wedding day.”
Cassady · Wedding · Verified Etsy review
“very easy to use for my daughter quinceanera.”
Angie · Quinceanera · Verified Etsy review
The Guest pricing
| Plan | Price | Included | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historical The Guest app (unavailable) | Free defunct · not currently purchasable |
| Source ↗ |
Optional add-ons
Our Event Album - $39 one-time
One flat price, no subscriptions or per-guest fees - shown in your currency (USD).
Feature comparison
| Our Event Album | The Guest | |
|---|---|---|
| Capture | ||
| Not verifiedGuests were invited by phone number or email; QR codes are not mentioned. | ||
NFC support | Not verified | |
| Not verified | ||
| Customization | ||
| Not verified | ||
| Guest experience | ||
Photo challenges / games | Not verified | |
| Management | ||
| ~Guests could delete their own photos or pause auto-sharing; no source found for host approval moderation. | ||
| Media | ||
Face recognition | Not verified | |
| Privacy | ||
✓ supported✗ not offered, per the company~ with a caveatNot verified not verified in the sources we checked- not checked
WhatThe Guestcustomers say
“The Guest is a must-have for every event/trip and shared moments! We used it twice. For our friends' wedding and for our wedding. So glad we had it!”
“We literally have pictures with everyone who came to our wedding thanks to this app. I highly recommend using this if you're having a wedding or any event you want lots of pics of. Loved having this!!”
“Made sharing wedding pics so easy. Perfect for special days. Loved it.”
Looking for the option without an app?
Our Event Album runs in the guest's browser: scan the QR code, upload photos and videos, done. $39 once, a private gallery, and a full-resolution download at the end.
Ranked options guests can use without downloading anything.
Scan-to-upload options compared on price and guest flow.
App-like uploads in the browser, one-time price, nothing to install.
The same QR code flow for parties, reunions, and work events.
Scan and upload as a guest would before you decide.
Frequently asked questions
Should I choose Our Event Album or The Guest?
For a new event, yes. The Guest is no longer a current purchasable option, while Our Event Album is actively supported and built around QR-code uploads with no guest app download.
How much does Our Event Album cost compared to The Guest?
Our Event Album is $39 one-time. The Guest does not have current 2026 pricing; historical mirrors list the app as free, with AppAdvice showing old $99.99 and $169.99 in-app event add-ons.
Can I switch from The Guest to Our Event Album?
For a new gallery, yes. Create an Our Event Album event, share the QR code or link, and guests can upload from their browser. If you had old The Guest content, check your backups because the product is no longer active.
Do guests need to download an app to use Our Event Album?
No. Guests scan a QR code and upload from their browser. The historical The Guest flow was app-led, which is one reason we would not position it as a modern replacement.
Why did The Guest shut down?
We are not claiming a specific shutdown reason. The public evidence we verified is narrower: Its retirement notice (quoted by lense.app) said new event creation stopped on October 12, 2022, with past-event downloads available until June 2024, and its App Store listing now returns 404, and the old domain no longer resolves.
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Compare the setup details for a wedding QR code for photos or a QR code for wedding pictures before you order.
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