Photobooths are still totally on trend and shouldn’t be missing from any event. A high fun factor paired with unique memories to take home makes them a real no-brainer: you should definitely rent a photobooth for your next event!
What should you pay attention to when renting a photobooth for events? If you want to rent a photobooth for your next event, you should pay attention to aspects such as easy operation, helpful customer service and good value for money.
Because there are so many different types of photobooths with varying functions, the decision can be difficult. To make sure nothing goes wrong, you’ll find our complete photobooth guide here.
1. Choosing the Right Photobooth
Choosing the right photobooth can be difficult, because not every photobooth is the same. Here are some of the best-known types of photobooths:
- Standard photobooth (e.g. as a kiosk or set up in a corner)
- Mirror photobooth
- 360° photobooth
- Robotic arm (Glam Booth)
- Virtual photobooths
What should the photobooth be able to do?
Think about which features are essential for your event. Are photos enough, or should there also be videos and GIFs? Should your guests only receive digital photos, or do you want a connected printer that can print out the pictures directly on site? For corporate events or festivals, it’s also important how visitors get the digital versions of the photos: here we currently rely on QR codes, which visitors can use to download the photos directly to their smartphone.
What suits your event best?
Match the photobooth to the theme of your event as well as possible. A vintage-look photobooth, for example, probably suits a corporate event less well, and a robotic arm might be out of place at a wedding. With a photobooth that matches your event theme, you’ll create the right atmosphere and encourage your party guests to take unique pictures. At Fotichaschte.ch, we have a wide variety of models on offer. For corporate clients, we can even wrap the photobooths with individually designed adhesive film.
2. Photo Quality
To get beautiful souvenir photos, you should keep the quality of the photobooth in mind. An important aspect is the camera that takes the photos.
With photobooths, you usually have the choice between a tablet camera or a DSLR camera. If you want excellent photos with a high resolution, a device with a DSLR makes more sense. Even larger prints of the pictures impress with outstanding quality. If your guests mainly save the photos on their smartphones, however, a tablet camera is sufficient.
Along the same lines, you should think about whether you want to offer a printing option. Some photobooths have an integrated printer that lets guests print out their photos directly on site.
Another essential point with regard to image quality is the lighting. Ideally, your photobooth will be in a well-lit spot. A good photobooth helps out and brings its own light – in the form of a ring light or a flash. That way, your guests’ shots are well lit even late at night.
3. Operation and User-Friendliness
Easy operation and handling of the photobooth are key. This prevents errors and allows even your less tech-savvy guests to take snapshots themselves.
Most photobooths today offer operation via touchscreen. It couldn’t be easier: prompts like “Click here” or “Next” are easy to understand, which makes the photobooth easy to navigate.
You should also pay attention to how easily you and your guests can get hold of the captured images. There are several options for this:
- As a print directly on site
- Via SMS or email
- For download in an online gallery
A combination of different variants is often possible, too. For example, your guests receive a link to the online gallery with all the photos and can also print out a copy on site.
You should also keep in mind that nobody likes waiting. The faster the printing, the better. Our standard Fotichäschte take about 17 seconds for a print; with the mirrors, it even takes just eight seconds.
4. Personalization Options
You can customize your photobooth according to your ideas. Most providers offer tailor-made solutions that fit your event perfectly. Here are some of the most popular personalization options that we also offer at Fotichaschte.ch:
- Backgrounds: With a selection of physical or digital backgrounds, you can give your photobooth a personal touch. With us, you’ll find numerous different backgrounds made of different materials.
- Photo props: Hats, glasses, photo filters and signs provide hours of photobooth entertainment for your guests. With us, you can order individual signs and come up with your own texts for them.
- Layouts: Simple white, chic black or romantic flowers – decide for yourself which layout the photobooth should give the pictures. A frame, lettering and colour adjustments are also important points for corporate events that contribute to your brand presence.
5. Space Requirements and Setup
A photobooth needs less space than you might think: our most compact Fotichäschte fit in 2 x 2.5 metres. The bigger and more elaborate the photobooth, the more room it takes up.
Ideally, the photobooth should stand in front of a wall. This produces better pictures than if the box is placed freely in the room.
Whether you prefer to set up your photobooth yourself or have us set it up for you comes down to your preferences. Also, it’s not possible to set up all types of photobooths yourself. While you can install our smaller mirror variants yourself, we deliver the larger mirror booths and set them up for you.
6. Value for Money and Packages
The costs are certainly a factor that plays a role for you. How much mobile photobooth rental costs depends on various aspects:
- Type of photobooth: A standard kiosk with the basic functions costs less than an exclusive Glam Booth from our sister company Pixora.ch.
- Event size and number of people: The bigger the event, the more capacity your photobooth should have – this is reflected in the price.
- Extra functions: Customizations and extra services such as unlimited prints often come with an additional charge.
- Delivery: In some cases, there are shipping or delivery costs as well as costs for setup and dismantling.
You can get standard Fotichäschte from us for between 400 and 800 CHF. We offer exclusive photobooths and business packages from 1,000 CHF – for these, it’s best to contact our partner company PIXORA, the professionals for corporate events.
7. Customer Service and Support
Photobooths are technical devices – so there is always a risk of errors. That’s why it’s beneficial if you have support at your side. This applies not only to the setup of the photobooth, but also to the time while the device is in operation.
Even if on-site support isn’t always possible, the provider should at least be reachable by phone. At Fotichaschte.ch, you can reach our customer support even outside our office hours, namely every day until 11 p.m.
8. Provider’s Experience
Before committing to a provider’s offer, you should definitely check how long the provider has been on the market. The longer, the better. Fotichaschte.ch has been active for 10 years and has a great deal of experience.
9. Customer Feedback and Success Stories
Nothing is as convincing as the satisfaction of previous customers. During your research, you should therefore definitely look at the reviews. That way, you can choose the provider with the best ratings.
The customer reviews for Fotichaschte.ch speak for themselves:
It’s very important to us to give our customers the photobooth experience of their dreams. We advise you with years of expertise and guide you step by step through the photobooth rental process.
At Zankyou, you’ll find several reviews from our satisfied customers. Our Fotichäschte are a real hit, especially at weddings. What guests love most is the easy handling of the photobooths, our customer support and the unique entertainment option for their event.
10. Booking Process and Delivery
For the booking process, less is more. The procedure should be clear and designed to be as simple as possible.
At Fotichaschte.ch, we offer you two ways to book: via our booking form and by phone. With both, you can immediately check whether your desired Fotichaschte is available on your preferred date. After providing the most important information and your details, the booking is completed within a few minutes.
As far as delivery is concerned, you should make sure you know what additional costs you’ll face if you want the photobooth delivered. Depending on the provider, this can quickly add up to a few hundred francs . We ship our Fotichäschte throughout Switzerland for 50 CHF. Alternatively, you can pick up your photobooth yourself at our office in Zurich.
Conclusion: Renting a Photobooth Made Easy with Fotichaschte.ch
What you don’t need for your event is unnecessary stress and extra work. We at Fotichaschte.ch make sure that renting a photobooth for your event is as easy as possible.
From delivery and setup to troubleshooting and dismantling, we’re at your side every step of the way. And if you do have a question, you can reach our support service by phone until 11 p.m. – every single day.
With our many years of expertise we help you take the entertainment at your event to the next level. Take a look at our Fotichäschte today and pick out your favourite.
FAQs: Renting a Photobooth for Events – The Guide
Which photobooth is best suited for my event?
Which photobooth is best suited for your event depends on the type and size of the event and your ideas. At Fotichaschte.ch, we offer photobooths for events of up to 150 people, but we can also create tailor-made solutions for large events. For corporate celebrations, it’s best to contact our partner PIXORA.
How much space do I need for the photobooth?
How much space you need for a photobooth depends on the type of photobooth. The smaller variants of our Fotichäschte, for example, require 2 x 2.5 metres. For a 360° booth, on the other hand, you’ll need a bit more space.
How does the booking and delivery process work?
At Fotichaschte.ch, we make both as easy as possible for you: you can book online or by phone in just a few minutes. As for delivery, with the small Fotichäschte you have the option of choosing between self-collection and delivery. The larger variants of the mirror Fotichäschte are exclusively delivered and set up by us.
Can I personalize the photobooth?
Photobooths come with various functions and features that you can put together individually. At Fotichaschte.ch, we offer you a huge selection of backgrounds, photo props and other personal customization options for your photobooth. By the way, a personal layout (e.g. with your names and the wedding date) is included in the price with all bookings.
How does Fotichaschte.ch ensure the quality of the photos?
We work exclusively with high-quality equipment and innovative technology. Combined with our years of expertise and industry knowledge, we provide you with premium photos in the best quality.
