The SmugMug Alternative With AI Face Recognition
SmugMug offers unlimited storage. Cliqora offers up to 2 TB plus AI face recognition and selfie photo search — starting at $9/month.
What is SmugMug?
SmugMug is a long-established photography platform (founded 2002) offering unlimited storage at all price tiers, portfolio websites, and print-on-demand sales. Plans range from $13/month to $42/month. SmugMug acquired Flickr in 2018.
Why Switch from SmugMug to Cliqora?
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Cliqora | SmugMug |
|---|---|---|
| AI Face Recognition | Yes | No |
| Selfie Delivery | Yes | No |
| Client Galleries | Yes | Yes |
| Unlimited Storage | Up to 2TB | Yes (all plans) |
| Print Sales | Coming soon | Yes |
| Website Builder | Portfolio page | Yes |
| Desktop App | Yes | No |
| FTP Upload | Yes — Starter and up | No |
| Starting Price | $9/mo | $13/mo |
Cliqora Plans
Every new account starts with a 14-day trial: 25 GB, unlimited uploads, video. After that it's Free (3 GB, 1,000 photo uploads every 30 days, photos only, unlimited projects) unless you pick a plan. Nothing is deleted.
Free
3 GB storage
1,000 photo uploads every 30 days · photos only
Starter
$89 billed annually
50 GB storage
Unlimited uploads · video
Business
$468 billed annually
2 TB storage
Unlimited uploads · video