Don’t Overpay
For a Dumpster Fire
Photo Booth Scams
And Secrets Revealed
How Much Should A Photo Booth Really Cost?
It seems simple, right?
Find a company, book the booth, and you’re all set. But what if I told you the photo booth industry has some secrets—and even a few scams—that most people don’t know about?
From overpriced guest books to hidden costs, we’ll pull back the curtain on what really goes on. With over 8 of experience, we’re here to help you avoid overpaying while getting the most out of your rental.
Let’s dive into the scams, secrets, and tips you need to know before you book your booth.
Are Memory Albums and Guest Books a Rip-Off?
Let’s spill some tea about memory books and guest albums: they can be a wonderful keepsake… or a total rip-off. Here’s what the photo booth companies don’t want you to know.
Some companies charge hundreds of dollars for what’s essentially a cheap scrapbook, a few glue sticks, and some pens.
If they’re not providing a dedicated attendant to guide guests through using it, you may be overpaying. In some cases, one attendant is enough but keep in mind, the attendant who is running the photo booth will be focused mainly on that and not managing the memory book. If you are planning a busy event, and there’s no one there to help people quickly add their photos, you may miss a lot of them.
DIY Memory Albums
You can absolutely create your own, but there are a couple of insider details you need to know!
Make sure you let them know you plan to bring your own guest book or wedding album to avoid any issues.
If there’s only one book for everyone to work on at the same time, a lot of your guests won’t even get a chance to add their photos
If your photo booth rental comes with a trained attendant who stays at the booth, encourages guests to contribute, and makes sure it’s done correctly, that price tag is probably justified.
If your photo booth vendor’s plan is to toss a book and some glue sticks on a table and call it a day, you should take a closer look at the price.
Creative Memory Book Alternatives
Here’s the industry secret most photo booth companies won’t mention because it doesn’t really help our margins: you don’t need a physical memory book to cherish your event.
One of the best—and most affordable—alternatives is a video!
How it Works
Download all of the digital files from your photo booth.
Then you can combine them with any other photos or videos from your event to create a shareable video or slideshow.
Apps like Canva and Animoto make it super easy to create one right on your phone.
If you’d rather get it done quickly with no effort, we’ve got you covered!
This is a service we have been offering for years but we keep our client’s photos private so we hope to have examples coming soon!
If this is something you’re interested in, let us know! We can give you a custom quote based on what you want to see and how many photos or videos you have.
For Weddings & Milestone Events:
Imagine this: on your first anniversary (and each one after that), a slideshow or video of your favorite photo booth moments pops up in your social media memories.
With just a click, you can relive those memories and share them with your friends and family all over again.
Instead of sitting on a shelf collecting dust, your wedding memories will live in your digital library, pop up in social media memories, and be easy to share with friends and family for years to come.
For Business & Branding:
These digital albums are pure marketing and engagement gold!
They create evergreen marketing content you can reuse year after year.
Hosting an annual event or promotion? Share last year’s video to build hype for the next one!.
You can use the images and videos from your photo booths, along with any others, to create any kind of content from reels to embedded videos and carousels on your website or social media.
Why Digital Albums Are The Ultimate Event Keepsake:
- Shareability and Reach: Perfect for social media, emails, newsletters, blogs, and event websites.
- Timeless Appeal: Unlike physical albums, digital files don’t fade, rip, or wear out.
- Budget-Friendly: Save on costly materials and labor while getting more versatility and value.
- Versatile Content: Combine photo booth images with other event photos for dynamic slideshows.
Digital photo booth albums aren’t just a trend—they’re a smarter, more shareable way to celebrate and relive your memories. Whether it’s your wedding day or a major business event, they deliver a level of value that physical albums just can’t match.
Pro Tip
Not all companies include digital files. If creating a digital album someday is on your radar, make sure your vendor includes access to all your images. Some companies only provide prints, leaving you stuck when it comes to building something truly modern.
