Comparing lume vs WedShoots comes down to what free should get you. WedShoots is a genuinely free photo collector backed by Bodas.net, with a projector view. lume is a shared disposable camera your guests shoot inside, with a film look and a reveal, free to start.
The short version
WedShoots lets guests upload photos to a shared wedding gallery through the browser, with filters and a projector view included and no upsell pushing you toward a paid plan. For couples who want a no-cost place to gather everyone's photos, that is a fair deal.
lume works differently. Instead of collecting photos guests already took, it hands them a camera. They scan a QR code, shoot a limited roll inside lume, and every photo comes out with the same film look. The album stays hidden until the host reveals it.
One gathers what already exists. The other shapes how the photos are taken and shown.
Side by side
| lume | WedShoots | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Shared disposable camera | Free photo collector |
| Guests shoot in-app | Yes, film look baked in | No, upload from gallery |
| Film look on every photo | Yes, by design | Filters, optional |
| Reveal moment | Yes, host-controlled | No reveal |
| Live projector view | No | Yes |
| Languages | Five, LATAM-native | English unconfirmed |
| Event types | Any celebration | Weddings |
Where WedShoots is the better pick
WedShoots earns real credit for being free with no upsell, which is rare. The projector view is a genuine strength: guest photos can appear on a screen during the reception, so the room sees the pictures as they come in. Being backed by Bodas.net gives it a foundation in the wedding market. If you want a no-cost gallery to collect uploads and show them live on a projector, WedShoots does that well.
Where lume is the better pick
lume is not trying to be a gallery. It is a camera. Because guests shoot inside lume, you get one cohesive roll with a consistent film look, instead of a mixed pile of raw phone photos. The limited roll makes each shot count, and the reveal turns opening the album into its own moment after the party.
lume is also multi-language, built for Spanish and Portuguese speakers first, plus English, French, and Italian, and WedShoots' English support is unconfirmed. And lume works beyond weddings, for any celebration. If you like the idea of a single-use camera without the film and lab wait, see how digital disposable cameras work, or check pricing.
Pros
- One cohesive roll with a film look, not mixed uploads
- The reveal is its own moment after the event
- Web-first, no app for host or guests
- Five languages, strong in Spain and Latin America
- Works for any celebration, free to start
Cons
- No live projector view during the party, since lume is built around the reveal
- The roll is finite by design, so it is not for couples who want unlimited uploads
Who should choose what
Choose WedShoots if you want a free wedding gallery with a live projector view and you are happy collecting uploads. Choose lume if you want the disposable camera experience, a film look on every shot, and a reveal, in your guests' language, for any kind of event. For more ways to bring everyone's pictures together, read how to collect all your guests' photos.
The verdict
WedShoots is a solid free collector with a projector view. lume is a shared camera that shapes the photos rather than just gathering them. If you want the film look and the reveal, and support in more than one language, lume is the better pick, and it also starts free.
Frequently asked questions
Is WedShoots really free?
Yes, WedShoots is genuinely free with no upsell, and it includes filters and a projector view. Its retention caps are not clearly published, so it is worth checking how long photos stay available.
How is lume different from WedShoots?
WedShoots collects photos guests already took. lume is a camera guests shoot inside, so every photo has the same film look and lands in one cohesive roll. lume also adds a host-controlled reveal at the end.
Does WedShoots have a projector view and does lume?
WedShoots includes a live projector view for the reception. lume does not show photos live; it is built around a reveal after the event, so the album lands as a single moment.
Does lume work in English?
Yes. lume supports Spanish, Portuguese, English, French, and Italian. WedShoots' English support is unconfirmed, which can matter for international guests.
Can I use lume for events other than weddings?
Yes. lume works for birthdays, graduations, bachelorette parties, baby showers, New Year's, corporate events, and more. WedShoots is focused on weddings.
How much does lume cost?
lume starts free and goes up to $69.99 as a one-time payment per event, with no subscription. See pricing for the tiers.
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