PhotoStage
PhotoStage: A versatile slideshow maker with broad export options and a non-commercial free version. Ranked #2 of 23 in Photo Slideshow Makers by our editors (8.7/10); pricing: Free plan; best for free users needing broad device and export support.
At a glance
- Editor score8.7 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forFree users needing broad device and export support
- Free planYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Guided creation with themes, soundtracks, captions, and narration
- Exports to video, discs, HTML5, cloud storage, and social platforms
- Available across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
Where it doesn't
- The free version is limited to non-commercial use
- Home Edition does not support video clip insertion
- Paid pricing varies by regional store page and currency handling
Our verdict on PhotoStage
PhotoStage is slideshow software for turning photos, video clips, music, and narration into video presentations. It suits individuals, families, educators, and other non-commercial users who want guided creation alongside manual control. Media can be arranged with drag-and-drop tools, while the slideshow wizard supplies themes and soundtracks. Editing includes filters, adjustments, cropping, rotation, flipping, transitions, effects, captions, and title animations. Audio tools cover music tracks, audio effects, and narration recording.
The free version is available for non-commercial use and covers a wide range of creation and delivery needs. Paid options include the Pro Edition Annual Plan, with video clip insertion and professional features; the Home Edition Annual Plan, with Professional Edition features but without video clip insertion support; and the Pro Edition Quarterly Plan, which provides unlimited ongoing use of professional version features and includes all upgrades. Published pricing includes a starting price of 11.64, while regional store pages and currency handling affect the final transaction.
PhotoStage stands out for its breadth of export and playback choices. Projects can be delivered as video files, DVD or CD slideshows, HTML5 websites, or formats including 3GP, AVI, GIF, MKV, MOV, MP4, and WEBM. It also supports uploads and storage connections involving YouTube, Vimeo, Flickr, Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive, plus playback on portable devices. Choose it if broad device coverage, physical media, web output, and flexible sharing matter. Consider another tool if commercial use in the free tier or video insertion in the Home Edition is essential.
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PhotoStage fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Maximum photos | Not verified |
| Caption tools | Yes |
| Audio upload | Yes |
| Export formats | 3GP, ASF, AVI, DV, FLV, GIF, MKV, MOV, MP4, MPG, OGG, RM, SWF, WEBM, WMV, DVD, CD, HTML5 |
| Playback options | DVD/CD, video files, YouTube, Flickr, Vimeo, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, portable devices, HTML5 website embed |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, iPad/iOS, Android |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Tickets, Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 6 integrations: YouTube, Vimeo, Flickr, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | nchsoftware.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
PhotoStage integrations
PhotoStage lists 6 integrations on its own site.
- YouTube
- Vimeo
- Flickr
- Dropbox
- Google Drive
- OneDrive
Alternatives to PhotoStage
- MAGIX Photostory deluxeA feature-rich Windows slideshow editor for personal photo and video projects.8.9
- Icecream Slideshow MakerA capable free Windows slideshow maker with paid 4K, DVD, and cloud-upload features.8.4
- Ashampoo Slideshow Studio HD 4A one-time Windows editor for 4K slideshows, discs, narration, and broad export options.8.2
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