Photo Booth Pricing

Photo booth pricing typically runs $400–$700 for 2 hours (small events) and $600–$1,200 for 3–4 hours (weddings and corporate events) for open-air booths. Mirror booths and 360 booths run $900–$2,000 for 3–4 hours. Corporate events add 30–50% above standard rates. Custom branding adds $100–$300. Physical print packages add $100–$300.

Price photo booth packages based on active hours of booth operation (your hourly rate), plus a minimum booking fee covering setup and teardown, idle or standby time if applicable, physical print add-ons at a separate package rate, and custom branding fees for corporate clients. Avoid pricing photo booth packages as a flat rate without separating these components — it makes it difficult to quote different event types at the right margin.

An open-air photo booth uses a backdrop, lighting, and a camera on a stand — guests can see each other and interact with the setup. A mirror booth uses a reflective screen with touchscreen interaction and often produces video content alongside still images. Mirror booths and 360 booths command a 40–80% premium over open-air booths because of higher equipment cost, a more premium guest experience, and greater social media content value for corporate clients.

Idle time — when the booth is set up and staffed but not actively in use (e.g., during dinner) — should be charged at 50–75% of your active hourly rate. Include idle time as a named line item in your quote. Clients rarely object to idle time charges when they are explained clearly: the attendant is still there, the equipment is committed, and you cannot book another event with that time slot.

Yes — corporate photo booth events command a 30–50% premium over private events. Corporate clients have larger budgets, require custom branding and template design, often request data capture or social sharing integrations, and expect professional attendants and formal event coordination. They also have longer decision cycles and require insurance certificates and formal contracts. Price corporate events accordingly and include a separate corporate branding fee for custom template work.

Physical prints (photo strips or 4×6 prints) are consumables with real material costs — paper, ink, and ribbon. Quote physical printing either as a print package add-on (unlimited prints for a flat fee of $100–$300, with a print cap clause) or on a per-print basis with clear disclosure. Never bundle unlimited physical prints into your base rate without understanding the expected print volume — a 4-hour wedding with 150 guests can generate 200+ print runs at peak usage.