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Softcover Photo Book
from $16.99What is a Softcover Photo Book (and how does it compare to a hardcover)?
A Soft Cover Photo Book is a Photo Book with a flexible, paper-based cover, similar to a high-quality magazine or a paperback book. This makes it lightweight, portable, and easy to flip through.
The cover is still durable. Ours features a scratch-resistant laminate finish, and its flexibility gives it a modern, magazine-like feel, perfect for capturing life's ongoing adventures.
To help you decide between Softcover vs Hardcover Photo Book for your project, here’s a comparison:
| Feature | Softcover Photo Book | Hardcover Photo Book |
| Cover | Flexible, lightweight, & scratch-resistant laminate | Rigid, durable, and premium matte finish |
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| Feel | Modern, stylish magazine-like quality | Classically bound book |
Premium, planet-friendly printing you can trust
Quality printing is what transforms digital photos into cherished memories. Our professional Softcover Photo Book printing process uses the most modern technology to ensure your images are consistently sharp, vibrant, and true to life.
We print your photos on thick, premium paper that's sustainably sourced and has a beautiful matte finish. Then, it's expertly bound to create a durable, professional keepsake that’s made to last.
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How to create your Softcover Photo Book in minutes
Say goodbye to spending hours organizing your photos.
With Journi, creating a beautiful Softcover Photo Book is effortless, whether you're on your phone or computer.
Our smart AI does the hard work for you.
- Upload your photos: Add photos directly from your phone or desktop in seconds.
- Let AI do its magic: Our app automatically arranges your pictures chronologically, designs beautiful layouts, and even creates maps for you to retrace your steps.
- Customize & print: Personalize your book in just a few taps, then hit print. Your beautiful Photo Book will be on its way to your doorstep soon.
Lightweight, affordable, unforgettable
Your camera roll is full of memories just waiting to be revisited! A Journi Softcover Photo Book is the perfect way to bring them to life. Its lightweight, flexible design has a modern, magazine-like feel, making it ideal for everything from a year-in-review to your latest travel diary.
Our Softcover Photo Books start at just $16.99
Because they’re so affordable and easy to create on our mobile app, you can build a whole library of your adventures without breaking the bank or taking over your bookshelf.
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What our customers say
Journi Softcover Photo Books are loved by millions. Check out what our customers have to say:
"I always use the journi app for making calendars of the photos of the previous year on my phone. It's easy to create, you only choose the pics, but can edit as many times as you want. Shipping is super fast, the result is fantastic, the price is reasonable. I also created photobooks about three years ago, chose the soft cover and my baby looks at them a lot, they are still intact and beautiful.” - Alíz ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Very nice app, good print and delivered as promised. Getting holiday pictures printed fom mobile phone as a softcover book is easy with journi app which is even a layout generator with multiple choices. It is fun to use and to see your trip also on a map in the final print, about a week later." Anne ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"So easy to do on your phone!! Select pics… Journi puts them in the correct order AND puts little maps of where they were taken! The final product is professional, you can choose soft or hard cover and the pages are thick and pics look great! Will definitely use again!" - Karen de Boer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Softcover Photo Book FAQs
When is a Softcover the perfect choice over a Hardcover?
A Softcover is the ideal choice when you want a modern, lightweight, and affordable format. Think of it as your go-to for:
- Building a collection: Its lower price point and magazine-like feel make it perfect for creating a series of books, like a family yearbook or monthly baby books.
- Gifts for friends: It's a wonderfully thoughtful yet casual gift to recap a shared vacation or a birthday party.
- Kid-friendly projects: The flexible cover is great for little hands. Create a book of their school art or a recap of their sports season.
- Travel journals: It's lightweight and easy to pack or stack, making it perfect for documenting frequent adventures.
Is the softcover durable enough for a family with kids?
Yes, absolutely. We designed our softcover to be both beautiful and resilient. The cover is made from a sturdy, 300g/m² paper stock and is coated with a protective, scratch-resistant matte laminate. The pages are bound with a strong yet flexible adhesive (called PUR binding) that can withstand being opened and enjoyed time and time again.
Does "affordable" mean the paper and print quality are lower?
Not at all. This is what makes our Softcover books such an incredible value. The interior pages use the exact same premium, matte paper and are printed with the same high-quality, vibrant printing technology as our classic Hardcover books. You get the premium feel on the inside with a more modern and budget-friendly cover.
How does Journi make it easy to create a collection of Softcover books?
Our AI is the secret! Because our technology instantly organizes your photos and designs the book for you, the creation process is incredibly fast. This turns a potentially huge project (like a yearly series) into a quick and joyful activity. You can also easily duplicate a project, allowing you to create one main book and then make slightly different versions to gift to friends or family without starting from scratch.
How big can my Softcover book be, and how quickly will it arrive?
Our Softcover Photo Books are flexible for any project size. They start with a generous 25 pages and can be expanded up to an impressive 349 pages, perfect for everything from a short weekend trip to a detailed annual review. Production typically takes just 2-4 business days, and you will always see a precise estimated delivery date at checkout before you finalize your order.
