Kululu vs PhotoCircle

An honest, side-by-side look at Kululu and PhotoCircle for collecting photos and videos at your event. Every figure below comes from each app's own pricing and our verified feature checks, so you can compare cost, features and real reviews without the marketing spin.

OOur Event Album

Skip the comparison. Our Event Album beats both.

Give guests one simple QR code, unlimited uploads, and a polished live album without subscriptions or app downloads.

  • Unique QR code for your event
  • Printable sign templates (PDF)
  • Unlimited photo & video uploads
  • Custom welcome page
One-time price
$39
USD, one-time
Get your album

Pricing at a glance

Published plans are shown separately from add-ons. Verified competitor prices use your selected currency, otherwise their listed currency.

Business Custom

Custom business plan; contact Kululu for pricing.

Freecontact us
  • ·Everything in Scale
  • ·Fully whitelabel branding
  • ·Custom domains
  • ·Dedicated human-powered moderation
  • ·Advanced customizations
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Free

Freefree
  • ·Up to 50 uploads of photos & videos
  • ·Unlimited guests & participants
  • ·Uploads are saved for 7 days
  • ·Basic customization options
  • ·Active for 24 hours from the event date
  • ·All uploads are saved in good quality
  • ·Live Photo Wall, digital album, no-app QR/link access, captions, and private album are listed as all-plan capabilities
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Plus

$79$39one-time
  • ·Up to 500 uploads of photos & videos
  • ·Unlimited guests & participants
  • ·Uploads are saved for 3 months
  • ·Better customization options
  • ·Active for 1 month from the event date
  • ·All uploads are saved in High-Quality
  • ·Download all photos & videos at once
  • ·Includes all-plan Live Photo Wall, digital album, no-app QR/link access, captions, and private album capabilities
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Business Starter

Business subscription for professionals; separate from one-time event upgrades.

$99monthly
  • ·Run up to 3 active events per month
  • ·Access to all Pro features
  • ·Original upload quality and metadata (EXIF, etc.)
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Pro

$199$99one-time
  • ·Unlimited uploads of photos & videos
  • ·Unlimited guests & participants
  • ·Uploads are saved for 1 year
  • ·Advanced customization options
  • ·Active for 3 months from the event date
  • ·All uploads are saved in High-Quality
  • ·Download all photos & videos at once
  • ·Moderation tools
  • ·Includes all-plan Live Photo Wall, digital album, no-app QR/link access, captions, and private album capabilities
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Business Growth

Business subscription for growing professionals and businesses; separate from one-time event upgrades.

$149monthly
  • ·Run up to 5 active events per month
  • ·Access to all Pro features
  • ·Automatic photo watermark and logo
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Business Scale

Business subscription for professional agencies; separate from one-time event upgrades.

$249monthly
  • ·Run up to 10 active events per month
  • ·Access to all Pro features
  • ·Welcome Forms
  • ·Lead Generation
  • ·Photo Wall Embeds
  • ·Sponsored Ads listed as soon
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Friends & Family

Free/personal app experience. FAQ says no imposed overall limit for people, photos, or videos, but default per-upload and video-length limits still apply.

Freefree
  • ·Private invite-only Circles
  • ·No imposed overall people/photo/video limit in FAQ
  • ·Default 40-photo upload batch limit
  • ·Default 60-second video clips
  • ·Standard media quality: 3 MP photos / 720p videos
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Organization Premium Plans

Public plans page describes premium plan categories and paid-seat rules, but does not show self-serve prices in the visible source.

Freecontact
  • ·Workspace portal
  • ·Branding
  • ·Roles and permissions
  • ·Search
  • ·Longer video clips
  • ·Moderation on supported plans
  • ·File upload
  • ·Watermarking
  • ·Canva integration on supported plans
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PhotoCircle+

$1.29monthly
  • ·Ad-free for subscriber only
  • ·Videos up to 4 minutes
  • ·Search by Circle name and captions
  • ·Upload up to 200 photos at a time
  • ·Download all media in a Circle at once
  • ·Web slideshow
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PhotoCircle+ Annual

$9.99yearly
  • ·Same PhotoCircle+ features as monthly
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Our Event Album is $39 USD, one-time

No subscription, no per-guest fee, and no add-on sorting needed for the core album experience.

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Feature comparison

Rows come from the verified feature catalog, not the stored page copy.

Feature
Capture
QR code upload

Guests scan a QR code to upload photos and videos to the event gallery — no app, no account.

on Free (Free)
No app required

Guests contribute via a web browser; there is nothing to download or install.

on Free (Free)
NFC support

Guests tap an NFC tag or card with their phone to open the upload page.

Not verified
Print-sized QR sign/card templates

Downloadable QR sign and card templates sized for printing at home or at a print shop.

on Free (Free)
Not verified
No Sign-Up Required

Guests contribute without creating an account or signing in.

on Free (Free)
Not verified
Customization
Custom branding

Personalise the gallery with your names, colours, logo or theme.

on Free (Free)
Custom domain / URL

Use a custom URL or domain for the event gallery.

Not verified
Not verified
Watermarks

Add a watermark or overlay to photos in the gallery.

Not verified
Guest experience
Live slideshow

A real-time slideshow of guest photos you can cast to a screen at the reception.

on Free (Free)
Video guestbook

Guests record short video messages — a video guestbook for the couple.

Not verified
Photo challenges / games

Photo prompts or scavenger-hunt style games to get guests snapping.

Not verified
Guest messaging / well-wishes

Guests leave written well-wishes or messages alongside their photos.

on Free (Free)
Not verified
Comments & likes

Guests can like and comment on photos in the gallery.

Audio guestbook

Guests leave voice messages (often via a dial-in phone) — an audio guestbook.

Not verified
Management
Download all

Download all photos and videos from the event at once (e.g. a single ZIP).

on Plus ($39)
Moderation / approval

Hosts can review, approve or hide uploads before they appear publicly.

on Pro ($99)
Event albums / photo books

Create a designed event album or printed photo book.

Not verified
Media
Video support

Guests can upload videos, not just photos.

on Free (Free)
Face recognition

AI groups photos by face so guests can find shots of themselves.

Not verified
Metrics
Uploads limit

Maximum photos/videos guests can upload to the gallery. Blank = unlimited.

Not verified
~No imposed overall Friends & Family limit, but uploads are limited to 40 photos at a time by default and 200 at a time with PhotoCircle+/premium.
Storage / active duration

How long the gallery stays live and uploads are kept. Blank = unlimited / forever.

Not verified
Guest limit

Maximum number of guests/contributors. Blank = unlimited.

Not verified
Max video length

Longest single video a guest can upload. Blank = no limit.

Not verified
~Default video length is 60 seconds; PhotoCircle+ and premium users can upload videos up to 4 minutes.
Other
Multi-language

The guest-facing interface is available in multiple languages.

Not verified
Privacy
Private gallery

The gallery is private — only invited guests can view or upload.

on Free (Free)

supportedx not supported~ partial? unconfirmed

The matrix is easier when the essentials are included

  • Unique QR code for your event
  • Printable sign templates (PDF)
  • Unlimited photo & video uploads
  • Custom welcome page

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Free plan available for small events
  • QR code and link access with no guest app or registration
  • Live Photo Wall slideshow
  • Digital album with photos, videos, text posts and captions
  • Plus and Pro include bulk ZIP download
Cons
  • xFree plan is limited to 50 uploads on the current pricing page
  • xPlus is capped at 500 uploads; unlimited uploads require Pro
  • xDownload All is only available on Plus and Pro
  • xModeration is Pro-only
  • xCurrent sources did not verify face recognition, NFC support, audio guestbook, or photo challenge/game features
Pros
  • Free Friends & Family version with no imposed overall photo, video, or member limit in the FAQ
  • iOS, Android, and web access
  • Private invite-only Circles for photos, videos, comments, and reactions
  • PhotoCircle+ adds download-all, web slideshow, search, longer videos, and larger batch uploads
  • Organization premium plans add branding, roles, moderation, file upload, watermarking, and Canva integration
Cons
  • xGuests generally need the PhotoCircle app/account flow rather than a simple wedding QR upload page
  • xFree/default media is compressed to 3 MP photos and 720p videos
  • xDefault video length is 60 seconds and default batch upload limit is 40 photos
  • xPublic organization pricing is not shown on the visible plans page
  • xNot wedding-specific: no built-in printable wedding QR signs, RSVP, or event guestbook positioning found

What people say

Real reviews, each linked to its source.

KKululu8 reviews
Stacy J.
🇺🇸 United States
No rating

Your photographer can’t be everywhere - this gave us so many angles and candid photos we wouldn’t have gotten (500+)! And no waiting to see it

First-party Kululu siteView source ↗
Dana M.
🇨🇦 Canada
No rating

We tested a few photo sharing apps for our upcoming company event and eventually went with Kululu. Everyone liked it and we got ton of good feedback from all our participants!

First-party Kululu siteView source ↗
Rushi's Wedding
🇸🇬 Singapore
No rating

Kululu made our wedding an unforgettable experience! The photo slideshow was a hit among our guests, who loved being able to share their photos and videos.

First-party Kululu siteView source ↗
Event Styl’d by Taj
Verified customer; Party/Celebration; June 2, 2026
No rating

Kululu’s Wall of Love lists recent verified-customer reviews, including Event Styl’d by Taj on June 2, 2026 saying it was a useful addition for their business.

First-party Kululu Wall of LoveView source ↗
Courtney
Verified customer; Wedding; June 2, 2026
No rating

A June 2, 2026 wedding reviewer named Courtney says Kululu was fun for guests and suggests getting extra storage because the gallery filled quickly.

First-party Kululu Wall of LoveView source ↗
Sebastien
Verified customer; Wedding; May 21, 2026
No rating

Sebastien’s May 21, 2026 wedding review says the link was shared again with digital thank-you cards after the wedding and that photos were still rolling in.

First-party Kululu Wall of LoveView source ↗
Ana I.
Verified customer; Birthday; May 5, 2026
No rating

Ana I. says she used Kululu for a birthday party in the Dominican Republic and valued the easy instructions plus Spanish-language support for family members.

First-party Kululu Wall of LoveView source ↗
Kululu homepage
First-party rating context
No rating

Kululu’s homepage publishes “Rated 4.7 based on 500+ reviews” and shows selected testimonials. Treat this as first-party rating context, not independent review-platform proof.

First-party Kululu siteView source ↗
PPhotoCircle4 reviews
Apple App Store
Aggregate listing context
No rating

Apple App Store currently lists PhotoCircle at 4.9 from about 113K ratings. The listing positions it as a private photo and video sharing app for invite-only albums.

Apple App StoreView source ↗
Google Play
Aggregate listing context
No rating

Google Play currently lists PhotoCircle at 4.8 from roughly 15K reviews and describes private invite-only albums across iOS, Android, and web.

Google PlayView source ↗
Ddw1121
Visible App Store review excerpt, May 2
No rating

A recent visible App Store review says PhotoCircle was simple and handy for cataloging, approvals, and sharing within categories, while wanting easier move/copy between categories.

Apple App Store reviewView source ↗
Dany Stasolla
Visible Google Play review excerpt, Aug 13 2025
No rating

A visible Google Play complaint calls out ads, small upload/video limits, and manual sorting friction; PhotoCircle replied that default video is 60 seconds and uploads are 40 media items per batch, extended for paid accounts.

Google Play reviewView source ↗

Our Event Album beats both

If you are choosing betweenKKululuandPPhotoCirclecompare them with the simpler option: one QR code, no guest app, unlimited uploads, and one flat price.

  • 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 anytime

Frequently asked questions

Which costs more, Kululu or PhotoCircle?

PhotoCircle is the cheaper of the two, starting at $1.29 against Kululu's $39. For comparison, Our Event Album is $39 one-time with no subscription.

How much does Kululu cost?

Kululu starts at $39 one-time, with a limited free tier as well.

How much does PhotoCircle cost?

PhotoCircle starts at $1.29 monthly, with a limited free tier as well.

Do Kululu or PhotoCircle make guests download an app?

Kululu runs in a web browser, so guests just scan a QR code, while PhotoCircle asks guests to install an app. Our Event Album is web-only: guests scan a QR code and upload, no app required.

Is there a better alternative to Kululu and PhotoCircle?

Our Event Album is the alternative most couples choose over both: QR-code photo and video uploads with no guest app, a live slideshow, unlimited uploads, and a one-time $39 with no subscription.

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Our Event Album beats both. Start your album in 5 minutes.

One QR code. No guest apps. One flat price, no subscriptions.

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How to evaluate Our Event Album vs Kululu vs PhotoCircle

Searches for Our Event Album vs Kululu vs PhotoCircle, Kululu vs PhotoCircle alternative, and Kululu vs PhotoCircle alternatives usually come from people who already know the category but are unsure which tool fits their event. The useful comparison is not a feature count. It is whether guests can contribute without friction and whether the host can keep, download, and share the final album easily.

A strong alternative should reduce guest steps, avoid surprise limits, and leave the host with one complete photo collection after the event.

What to compare before switching

  • Check whether the tool you choose for apps like Kululu vs PhotoCircle lets guests upload from a browser instead of requiring a mobile app.
  • Compare what is included at the base price: QR code, hosting time, downloads, video support, and printable signage.
  • Look for privacy controls when evaluating wedding photo app comparison, especially for weddings, schools, memorials, and workplace events.
  • Read the setup flow, not just the marketing page. The best alternative is the one a host can launch without support.