The PhotoBooth App for Your Pocket, Parties, and Events.
Built for Live Events and Permanent Kiosks
ZillaBooth is an event photo booth app for iPhone and iPad, from intimate weddings to busy corporate activations, and with ZillaBooth Pro guests can run it themselves. Guests walk up, capture four shots as a classic 2×2 grid or 1×4 strip, and share their collage in seconds.
Set up in minutes on the iPhone or iPad you already own. With ZillaBooth Pro, add a USB external camera on iPad and a Bluetooth remote shutter for professional booth setups, guest email from your own email address (SMTP), and kiosk tools that help a guest-led booth run for hours.
ZillaBooth is built natively for iPhone and iPad using Apple’s AVFoundation camera framework — the same foundation Apple’s own Camera app uses. That means reliable, high-quality captures, familiar controls, and images that look great shared on social or printed as a 4×6 keepsake.
Perfect for:
Weddings
Birthday Parties
Corporate Events
School Dances
Venue Installations
Brand Activations
Bars & Restaurants
Permanent Kiosks
ZillaBooth Pro — Built for Self-Serve, Guest-Led Booths
ZillaBooth Pro handles the experience from the moment a guest walks up to the moment they receive their collage. With optional Auto-Restart, the booth returns to the camera after 5 minutes with no touch on the collage screen. With ZillaBooth Pro, the settings button hides automatically while the iPad or iPhone is locked in Guided Access or Single App Mode, and comes back when you end it. If the network drops, prints wait in a queue and retry until they print, guest emails stay queued and send when the connection returns, and System Monitoring can send alert emails to your admin email while the app is open. In Guided Access, set Display Auto-Lock to Never and keep the iPad plugged in so the screen stays on all event. You can be present at your event instead of managing your technology.
- iPad Event Layout — kiosk interface; guests always know exactly where to tap, even in a busy venue
- Integrated email delivery — configured with your own SMTP credentials and domain so guests receive photos from an address they recognize
- Custom PNG graphic overlays — your logo, event artwork, or sponsor frame composited directly into every collage
- Simple Printing via AirPrint — sends a guest’s strip to your saved AirPrint printer in one tap, for a physical takeaway on the spot
- Attention-grabbing shutter (Pro, iPad Event Layout): a particle halo or emoji swirl around the shutter button draws guests in.
- Bluetooth remote shutter — trigger the countdown from a Bluetooth camera remote or the volume buttons
- USB external camera on iPad — connect a UVC webcam, or a Canon EOS camera from about 2010 on (tested on the Rebel SL2; support varies by model), over USB for professional booth setups (setup guide)
- Ambient device status alerts (Pro, iPad Event Layout): subtle on-screen badges for device temperature, low battery, low storage, printer offline, internet offline, and a backed-up email queue. Each appears only when the related feature is in use.
- Readiness checklist — a live check of battery, temperature, storage, printer, network, and email queue in System Monitoring before guests arrive
- Clearer Restart and Share buttons (all tiers) — faster guest turnover between sessions
- Auto-Restart (optional) — after 5 minutes with no touch on the collage screen, it clears the session and returns to the camera; any touch resets the timer
- Keep Awake (Pro) — with Guided Access, the booth screen stays on all event (set Auto-Lock to Never and keep the iPad plugged in)
- Protected settings with Guided Access compatibility — guests cannot reach your configuration during the event
- Confirmation Animation (Pro): an emoji celebration rains across the screen the moment a guest taps Send, Send & Print, or Print.
- Flexible secondary delivery — optional follow-up messaging for marketing, promotions, or venue workflows
For Your Pocket — Casual Booths Made Simple
Not every booth needs a full event setup. ZillaBooth Core is free — both 2×2 grid and 1×4 strip layouts, no account, no watermark. Turn your iPhone into a DIY photo booth for date nights, travel, backyard parties, and small gatherings in seconds.
Want more control? ZillaBooth Pocket is a one-time purchase — pay once, keep forever.
- Adjustable timers — dial in the countdown and between-shot timing
- Flash Control — On, Off or Auto, on devices with a flash
- Built-in camera choice — pick which of your device’s built-in cameras to use
- Black & White filter — turn finished collages black and white
- Improved borders — spacing and color controls for a polished look
- Auto-save — individual shots save, as captured, to the “ZillaBooth – Individual Images” album
The Right Booth for Any Occasion
Weddings
An elegant, guest-led booth your guests can enjoy without instructions. Apply your own overlay art to match the day’s aesthetic, and let integrated email deliver collages so memories arrive before guests leave the venue.
Birthday Parties
From a backyard celebration to a milestone event, setup takes minutes and guests do the rest. Classic 2×2 grids and 1×4 strips look great printed and shared on social.
Corporate Events and Brand Activations
Brand every collage with your logo or campaign artwork, send follow-up messaging from your own email address (SMTP), and keep your setup completely independent of third-party vendor platforms.
School Events and Fundraisers
Accessible to operate and straightforward to configure. ZillaBooth Core handles everyday use, and ZillaBooth Pro scales up for events with branding, email delivery, and automation — all without additional hardware requirements.
Bars, Restaurants, and Venues
In Guided Access, set Display Auto-Lock to Never and keep the iPad plugged in so the screen stays on all event. Optional Auto-Restart returns the booth to the camera after 5 minutes with no touch on the collage screen, so guests can run the booth themselves. With ZillaBooth Pro, the settings button hides automatically while the iPad or iPhone is locked in Guided Access or Single App Mode, and comes back when you end it. Your configuration stays intact through a full night of guest use.
Permanent Kiosk Installations
Run ZillaBooth as an always-on installation in a lobby, retail space, or entertainment venue: a guest-ready kiosk locked down with Guided Access (Pro), with optional Auto-Restart and the settings button hiding automatically while locked. In Guided Access, set Display Auto-Lock to Never and keep the iPad plugged in so the screen stays on all event. System Monitoring can send alert emails to your admin email while the app is open if something needs attention.
Photo Booth Rental Operators
Run a polished, branded experience for clients using an iPad you already own. Swap overlay graphics for each event, configure email delivery from a client-branded address, and optionally connect USB cameras for pro-quality capture. See the ZillaBooth features blog for setup ideas.
Built on the Full Power of iPhone and iPad
ZillaBooth is a native iOS app for iPhone and iPad (iOS 26+) built with Swift and SwiftUI on Apple’s AVFoundation camera framework, so it feels instantly familiar to anyone who picks up a modern iPhone or iPad.
- Still capture tuned for portrait and group photography, using your device’s built-in cameras
- Flash: Auto, On, or Off using your device’s flash, for better shots from dark ballrooms to bright patios
- GPU-accelerated collage compositing via Core Image — fast, high-quality output ready for social sharing or 4×6 printing
- Photo delivery from your own email address — guests receive their collage by email sent from your own SMTP account, with no mandatory third-party gallery or account creation required
- Familiar controls and system-native behaviors that staff can learn in seconds and guests can use without any instructions
Three Tiers, Built to Grow With You
Core
Classic photobooth collages on iPhone or iPad. Choose a 2×2 grid or 1×4 strip, capture four shots with automatic countdown and timing, and share or save your collage instantly.
Full creative control for hosts who want every detail dialed in: adjustable timers, Flash Control (On, Off or Auto, on devices with a flash), a choice of built-in camera, the Black & White filter, borders (small or large, black or white), and auto-save of individual shots, as captured, to the “ZillaBooth – Individual Images” album. One-time purchase — yours forever. See what Pocket adds
Pro
Everything in Pocket, plus the full event and installation toolkit: iPad Event Layout, integrated SMTP email delivery, custom PNG graphic overlays, attention-grabbing shutter, Bluetooth remote shutter, USB external camera on iPad, ambient device status alerts, a live readiness checklist, Simple Printing via AirPrint, optional Auto-Restart, Keep Awake setup (Guided Access with Auto-Lock set to Never and the iPad plugged in), and automatic settings hiding in Guided Access or Single App Mode. A monthly or yearly subscription for events, weddings, venues, and kiosks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does ZillaBooth cost?
ZillaBooth Core is free to download with no watermark. ZillaBooth Pocket is a one-time in-app purchase that unlocks professional shooting and customization controls — pay once and it is yours to keep. ZillaBooth Pro is a monthly or yearly subscription built for event and installation use; cancel anytime through your App Store subscription settings. Pro includes all Pocket features automatically. All purchases are handled securely through Apple’s App Store. You can see current pricing in the app before you buy.
What is ZillaBooth?
ZillaBooth is a native iOS photo booth app that turns your iPhone or iPad into a full-featured booth. Each session captures four photos and composites them into a share-ready collage — either a classic 2×2 grid or a 1×4 strip. Core is free. Pocket adds creative capture controls for a one-time purchase. Pro is a monthly or yearly subscription with event automation, integrated email delivery, custom overlays, USB camera support, and kiosk tools.
Do I need special hardware to use ZillaBooth?
No. All you need is an iPhone or iPad you already own. ZillaBooth uses the built-in camera, your device’s flash, and native iOS sharing — no proprietary hardware accessories required. For events, a stand is all you need. With ZillaBooth Pro, Simple Printing sends strips to your saved AirPrint printer in one tap. On any tier, you can also print from the iOS share sheet.
How does email delivery work in ZillaBooth Pro?
ZillaBooth Pro’s Simple Email Sharing uses operator-configured SMTP credentials — your Google Workspace account, your corporate mail server, or a transactional email provider you choose. Guests enter their contact information and receive their collage from an email address and domain you control. ZillaBooth does not relay email through a third-party service, so deliverability practices and guest data remain under your management.
Can ZillaBooth run as a permanent kiosk or venue installation?
Yes. With ZillaBooth Pro, lock the iPad with Guided Access or Single App Mode. With ZillaBooth Pro, the settings button hides automatically while the iPad or iPhone is locked in Guided Access or Single App Mode, and comes back when you end it. Optional Auto-Restart returns the booth to the camera after 5 minutes with no touch on the collage screen (any touch resets the timer). In Guided Access, set Display Auto-Lock to Never and keep the iPad plugged in so the screen stays on all event. Set up that way, ZillaBooth can run as an always-on installation in a lobby, retail space, or entertainment venue.
Can I use an external USB camera with ZillaBooth?
Yes, with ZillaBooth Pro on iPad. ZillaBooth Pro supports UVC webcams on iPad, and Canon EOS cameras from about 2010 on, iPad with Pro; tested on the Rebel SL2, support varies by model. Canon EOS cameras connect over a USB cable and send JPEG photos to the booth. See the USB External Camera setup guide for supported hardware, cables, and troubleshooting.
What is the difference between Pocket and Pro?
Pocket is a one-time purchase that unlocks creative capture controls — adjustable timers, Flash Control (On, Off or Auto, on devices with a flash), a choice of built-in camera, the Black & White filter, borders (small or large, black or white), and auto-save of individual shots, as captured, to the “ZillaBooth – Individual Images” album. Pro is a monthly or yearly subscription that includes everything in Pocket, plus the full event and installation toolkit: iPad Event Layout, integrated email delivery via your own SMTP, custom PNG graphic overlays, attention-grabbing shutter, Bluetooth remote shutter, USB external camera on iPad, ambient device status alerts, a live readiness checklist, Simple Printing via AirPrint, optional Auto-Restart, Keep Awake setup (Guided Access with Auto-Lock set to Never and the iPad plugged in), Confirmation Animation, and automatic settings hiding in Guided Access or Single App Mode.
Ready to Launch Your Event Booth?
Download ZillaBooth free, explore your setup with Core, and add Pocket or Pro when you need more control. Weddings, parties, corporate events, kiosks — ZillaBooth runs the booth so you can be present for what matters.