Last Updated Oct 7, 2025

Overview

Darkroom Software is a photo workflow solution for event and volume photographers. It offers fast tethering, green screen removal, and automated sales tools. While the interface may seem somewhat outdated, the software streamlines photo capture to delivery with minimal setup, making it ideal for all experience levels.

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Overall Rating

Based on 13 users reviews

4

Rating Distribution

Positive

77%

Neutral

15%

Negative

8%

Starting Price
Custom

Darkroom Software Specifications

Non-Destructive Editing

Real-Time Preview

High-Resolution Output Support

Hardware Acceleration (GPU/CPU)

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What Is Darkroom Software?

Darkroom Software is a comprehensive photography management suite designed to streamline workflows for professional photographers. It provides tools for capturing, editing, printing, sharing, and selling photos, making it ideal for event and studio photography. The software supports features like real-time editing, green screen removal, and customizable templates to enhance productivity. Darkroom also automates sales and printing processes, reducing manual work. Its user-friendly interface and flexible modules make it a reliable solution for high-volume photo businesses.

Darkroom Software Pricing

Darkroom Software pricing includes the following options:

  • DarkroomCore: $495 (one-time payment)
  • DarkroomPro: $1,395.00 (one-time payment)
  • DarkroomBooth: $295.00 (one-time payment)
  • Booth for iPad: $29.99/month
  • Hotfolder App: $99.00 (one-time payment)
  • Event Gallery: Custom pricing
  • Assembly Edition: Custom pricing
The software also offers a free trial, allowing users to test its features before committing to a plan. Users can request a detailed Darkroom Software cost analysis tailored to their specific needs and budget.

Disclaimer: The pricing has been sourced from third-party websites and is subject to change.

Darkroom Software Integrations

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Who Is Darkroom Software For?

Darkroom Software is ideal for professional users such as:

  • Event photographers
  • Photo booth operators
  • Studio owners
  • Small to midsize photography businesses

Is Darkroom Software Right For You?

If you're a photographer looking for an all-in-one solution to manage your business efficiently, Darkroom Software could be the perfect fit. Its standout features, such as real-time editing and customizable templates, make it a powerful tool for streamlining operations. Darkroom’s versatile modules cater to diverse photography needs, helping enhance both productivity and client satisfaction.

Still unsure about Darkroom Software? Contact our support team at (661) 384-7070 for further guidance.

Darkroom Software Features

Darkroom supports end-to-end event photography from capture to delivery. Users can design templates and packages, manage sales, and automate print workflows within a single suite, eliminating the need for additional software.

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The software enables DSLR tethering with live view, allowing photographers to shoot directly into the software for instant review and file management. This leads to faster content generation and publication.

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With this feature, users can place subjects onto green screen backgrounds using built-in masking tools to create composites. The Core and Booth editions include advanced green screen support that enhances this functionality.

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The tool supports bulk workflows, allowing photographers to import CSV data, scan barcodes, apply color correction, and create composites in batches for ID card printing and yearbook exports.

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Pros And Cons of Darkroom Software

Pros

  • Easy-to-use interface

  • Reliably handles heavy workflows

  • Strong tethering and green screen functionality for event photography

Cons

  • Lacks advanced editing tools

  • Customer support needs improvement

Darkroom Software Reviews

Total 13 reviews

4

All reviews are from verified customers

Rating Distribution

5

Stars

46%

4

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31%

3

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8%

2

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8%

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8%

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Yolanda

Online Media, 1-10 employees

More than a year

2.0
December 2024

really disappointing support

Pros

The quality is really solid and reliable but it does take some time of mine to get the hang of the software. However once I get used to it, it works great.

Cons

Well the support is really disappointing. They are only available during regular business hours and are completely closed on weekends nothing after 5 PM. I have wasted so much time just waiting for email replies. Since everything is done over email, it can take a full day to fix even a small problem. I have multiple issues with it that never seem to get resolved. I leave messages and just hope someone eventually calls back. They can remote in to help but often won't and when they do, it can take over an hour just waiting around. Instead of real support, they usually just send links to more links full of reading material but I can find that on my own. What I need is actual help, not more articles to read.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

4

Value for money

1

Customer Support

1

Functionality

4

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Jonathan

Photography, 1-10 employees

Less than a year

1.0
August 2023

Feels very limited and scams funds

Pros

Initial setup is pretty simple but after that the platform feels a bit limited in what it can actually do.

Cons

They take a large cut of our earnings and on top of that charge a monthly fee just to access basic features like site analytics.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

7

Value for money

1

Customer Support

1

Functionality

1

B

Bernard

Photography, 1-10 employees

More than a year

5.0
June 2023

Very helpful in my daily workflow

Pros

The mobile versions are very helpful in my daily workflow. Also it is an affordable option for editing photos while I am on the go.

Cons

I honestly cannot think of anything negative or missing from it.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Darkroom does have a mobile app, specifically designed for iPad, called Booth for iPad.

Yes, Darkroom Software does offer an API for developers.

Darkroom Booth supports Spanish, French, German, Dutch, and lets you add more via text files. The Booth for iPad app also supports multiple languages.

Darkroom Software provides multiple pricing options depending on user needs. DarkroomCore is available for a one-time payment of $495, while DarkroomPro costs $1,395. Darkroom Booth is priced at $295, and the Hotfolder app is available for $99. Booth for iPad is offered as a subscription at $29.99 per month. Event Gallery and the Assembly Edition follow custom pricing models based on specific requirements. A detailed Darkroom Software price analysis can be provided upon request.

Darkroom Software provides a detailed help center with articles, webinars, and forums. It also provides users with email and phone support (Monday to Friday, 9 am–5 pm CT).

Darkroom Software is typically used by professional photographers, event photographers, and businesses that require efficient shoot-to-sell workflow solutions.

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