The short answer
Choose GalleryLink if you want unlimited client galleries from Drive with full-resolution downloads at a flat $5 a month. Choose CloudSpot if a built-in print store matters, or you want contracts, invoicing and scheduling in the same platform on its Full Suite plans.
Feature comparison
| Feature | GalleryLink | CloudSpot |
|---|---|---|
| Delivers from your Google Drive (no re-upload) | ✓ | — |
| Direct upload / hosted galleries | ✓ | ✓ |
| Number of galleries | Unlimited on Pro | 3 Free · 15 Entry · unlimited from Lite ($17/mo) |
| Storage | Drive: your own · Hosted: 10 GB Pro, 250 GB Studio | 5 GB Free · 15 GB · 100 GB · 500 GB · unlimited |
| Full-resolution downloads | ✓ | From Lite; Free and Entry cap at 2048px |
| Live sync with your Drive folder | ✓ | — |
| Password protection | Yes (Pro) | ✓ |
| Client favorites / proofing | ✓ | Paid plans |
| Video | Yes, plays inline | YouTube/Vimeo embeds |
| Print store | — | All plans (15% commission on Free and Entry) |
| Contracts, invoicing, scheduling | — | Full Suite plans ($34/mo and up) |
| Guest photo wall + live venue slideshow | Yes (Pro) | — |
| Free plan | Build 1 gallery free; share it with Pro or $10 once | Free forever: 3 galleries, 5 GB |
| Paid pricing | Pro $5/mo or $50/yr · Studio $15/mo (250 GB hosted) | $7 · $17 · $34 · $50 per month |
Where GalleryLink stands out
- • Unlimited galleries and full-resolution downloads for $5 a month. On CloudSpot, unlimited galleries and full-res downloads start on the $17 Lite plan.
- • No re-uploading, and Drive-linked galleries never use up a storage tier.
- • Native video that plays inside the gallery, rather than YouTube or Vimeo embeds.
- • Always in sync with your Drive folder.
Where CloudSpot may suit you
- • Print store on every plan, commission-free from Lite.
- • Studio management (contracts, invoicing, scheduling, mini-sessions) on the Full Suite plans.
FAQ
Is GalleryLink a good CloudSpot alternative?
Yes for delivery: unlimited galleries from your Drive with full-resolution downloads at $5 a month. If you sell prints or want contracts and invoicing in the same tool, CloudSpot covers those and GalleryLink doesn't.
Is CloudSpot's free plan enough?
CloudSpot's free plan includes 3 galleries and 5 GB, with downloads capped at 2048px. GalleryLink's free plan lets you build and preview a gallery; sharing it needs Pro or a one-off $10.
Do clients need an account?
Not on GalleryLink: clients open a normal web page. CloudSpot can ask visitors for their name and email, for example to save favourites.
See GalleryLink for yourself
Paste a Google Drive folder link and share a beautiful gallery — free to start, no credit card.
Start freeCreate a galleryDisclosure: GalleryLink is our own product. CloudSpot details are based on www.cloudspot.io/pricing (plans and prices as published October 2026); pricing and features change often — please verify on their site. Pro pricing referenced as $5/mo or $50/yr. We aim to represent CloudSpot fairly; tell us if anything is out of date and we’ll correct it.