Head-to-head · Photo Booth Software
LumaBooth vs Simple Booth HALO
LumaBooth leads on 0 checks, Simple Booth HALO on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreLumaBooth · 9.4/10
- Free trialonly Simple Booth HALO
LumaBooth scores higher on our rubric for photo booth software: 9.4 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.
LumaBooth is the better fit for budget-conscious multi-platform operators. Simple Booth HALO is the better fit for iPad-centered event operators.
- LumaBooth fits best
Budget-conscious multi-platform operators
- Simple Booth HALO fits best
iPad-centered event operators
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Side by side
| Feature | LumaBooth 9.4/10 Visit ↗ | Simple Booth HALO 8.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.4 | 8.6 |
| Ranking | #1 in Photo Booth Software | #7 in Photo Booth Software |
| Best for | Budget-conscious multi-platform operators | iPad-centered event operators |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $17/mo | $490/device/yr |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | 7 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Web, iOS |
| Support | Community, Docs | Community, Docs, Phone |
| Integrations | 7 integrations | 3 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features LumaBooth 4/4 · Simple Booth HALO 4/4 | ||
| Offline capture | ✓ | ✓ |
| Printing support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Lead capture | ✓ | ✓ |
| Live event gallery | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Capture modes | photos, GIFs, videos, boomerangs, 360, slow motion | still photos, GIFs, live GIFs, rebound clips, full-length video |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | iPad/iOS, web dashboard, API |
| Booth limit | 2 booths | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | LumaBooth is photo booth software for event operators, photographers, and hosts who need capture, customization, printing, sharing, and event management in one product. It supports Windows PCs, Macs, iPads, iPhones, and Android devices,… Read the review → |
Simple Booth HALO is an iPad-based photo booth platform for event rental companies, DJs, photographers, venues, marketers, agencies, brands, and other organizations. It supports still photos, GIFs, live GIFs, rebound clips, and full-length… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
LumaBooth — where it wins
- Supports photos, GIFs, video, 360, slow motion, and boomerang capture
- Combines printing, galleries, live slideshows, and multiple sharing options
- Runs across Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and web platforms
Where it doesn't
- There is no free plan
- Windows monthly pricing is substantially higher than its annual rate
- Features vary between Windows, Apple, and Android plans
Simple Booth HALO — where it wins
- Supports photos, GIFs, clips, and videos up to 120 seconds
- Offers digital sharing, AirPrint, print-server support, and offline retry queues
- Adds galleries, analytics, lead capture, API access, and Mailchimp integration
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is listed
- Platform coverage centers on iOS, web, and API access
- Advanced branding, marketing, and lead tools require higher-tier plans
- LumaBooth9.4/10 · Paid
A broad, affordable choice for operators working across multiple booth platforms.
Visit LumaBoothFull verdict → - Simple Booth HALO8.6/10 · 7-day trial
A feature-rich iPad photo booth platform with offline capture, printing, galleries, and lead tools.
Visit Simple BoothFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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