Hofmann
Hofmann: A mature, affordable photo-book platform with flexible creation tools and print ordering. Ranked #3 of 32 in Photo Book Software by our editors (8.9/10); pricing: Paid; best for affordable, mature full-platform creation.
At a glance
- Editor score8.9 / 10
- PricingPaid
- Best forAffordable, mature full-platform creation
- Free planNo
- Paid from€11.99/unit one-time
- Print orderingYes
- Facts checked23 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- €11.99 one-time starting plan for a 10 x 10 cm softcover album
- Web, Windows, macOS, iOS and Android creation options
- Automatic photo placement plus layouts, text, stickers and backgrounds
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; printed orders also exclude shipping
- PDF downloads apply to eligible previous or purchased creations
- Up to 60 pages, limiting larger album projects
Our verdict on Hofmann
Hofmann is a photo-book creation and ordering service for consumers who want to turn digital photos into printed albums. It supports creation on the web, Windows, macOS, iOS and Android, with workflows for blank projects, predesigned albums and automatic photo placement. Users can customize layouts, text, backgrounds, masks, frames and stickers before ordering printed books.
The listed Cuadrado S (tapa blanda) plan costs €11.99 one time and includes a 10 x 10 cm softcover photo album. Hofmann’s pricing model is paid, with no free plan, and printed-order prices exclude shipping. The platform also offers formats ranging from small softcover albums to XL hardcover products. Its online editor provides automatic saving and pre-order review, while the desktop editor adds automatic layout tools. This gives users a choice between guided creation and more involved manual design.
Hofmann’s ecosystem fit is a clear strength. Photos can be imported from Google Photos, Facebook, Instagram and Dropbox, and projects can be created across web, desktop and mobile apps. A smart assistant selects and places photos automatically, which suits users who want to move quickly from a photo collection to a printable album. PDF downloads are available for eligible previous or purchased creations rather than functioning as a general export for every new project. Choose Hofmann if you want affordable print ordering, broad device support and both automated and detailed editing. Consider another option if free access, unrestricted PDF export or projects beyond 60 pages are central to your workflow.
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Hofmann fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | €11.99/unit one-time |
| Print ordering | Yes |
| PDF export | Not verified |
| Automatic layouts | Yes |
| Web app | Yes |
| Mobile app | Yes |
| Desktop app | Yes |
| Maximum book pages | 120 pages |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Live chat |
| Built for | Solo (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 1 integrations: Google Photos |
| Pricing | Paid (source) |
| Website | hofmann.es |
| Facts checked | 23 Sep 2026 |
Hofmann integrations
Hofmann lists 1 integrations on its own site.
- Google Photos
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