A photo booth is one of those wedding extras that guests genuinely remember — and the photos keep landing in your messages for weeks afterwards. But "photo booth" now covers everything from a spinning 360 platform to a classic enclosed booth, and the right choice depends on your venue, your guests and your budget. Here's how to choose well.
Start with your wedding, not the booth
Before comparing booths, picture the moment. Is it a glamorous evening reception where a 360 booth on the dance floor will pull a crowd? A relaxed marquee where an open-air setup suits the space? A smaller, intimate do where a compact selfie booth is plenty? The best booth is the one that fits your room, your run-of-day and the kind of photos you actually want to keep.
Think about guest numbers and the space you can give it, too. A 360 booth needs room for a platform and people to gather around; an enclosed booth needs a footprint and a little headroom. A good supplier will ask about your venue before recommending anything — if they don't, that's a flag.
The main types of wedding photo booth
There are four you'll come across most often:
- 360 booths — guests stand on a platform while a camera spins around them for a slow-motion video. The showstopper option and brilliant for social sharing. See our 360 glass booth and 360 booth classic.
- Selfie booths — a sleek screen guests tap to take photos and GIFs, with instant prints and digital sharing. Compact and great for smaller spaces.
- Classic / enclosed booths — the traditional "step inside" booth with props and printed photo strips, loved for its nostalgia.
- Magic mirror booths — a full-length interactive mirror that talks guests through poses, with on-screen signing and prints.
If you can't decide, ask your supplier which works best for your venue and guest list — most will happily talk you through the trade-offs.
Questions to ask before you book
A few questions separate a polished supplier from a risky one:
- Is an attendant included for the whole hire, and do they set up and pack down for you?
- Are prints unlimited, and can guests get digital copies too?
- Can the photo overlay and props be matched to our theme or colours?
- How much space and setup time do you need at the venue?
- Are you insured (PLI) and PAT-tested? Many wedding venues require both.
- What's your back-up plan if equipment fails on the day?
Confident, specific answers are what you want. Vagueness about insurance, attendants or back-ups is a sign to keep looking.
How much should a wedding photo booth cost in the UK?
Prices vary by booth type, hire length, day of the week and how much branding or customisation you want. Selfie and classic booths sit at the more affordable end; 360 and magic mirror setups cost more because of the kit and the attendant time involved. Peak Saturdays in summer book up first and price highest, so the same booth can cost more on a popular date than a midweek one.
Rather than chase the cheapest quote, compare what's actually included — attendant, unlimited prints, digital gallery, props, custom overlay, idle time. A slightly higher price that includes all of that is usually better value than a bare-bones package with add-ons stacked on top.
Booking tips and timing
Wedding booths get booked a long way out, especially for summer Saturdays, so secure yours as soon as you've confirmed your venue and date. Once you've chosen, give your supplier the venue details, your timings and any theme or colours so the overlay and props are ready on the day. Then it's one less thing to think about.
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