Brandfolder (by Smartsheet) vs PhotoShelter for Brands
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Digital Asset Management Software. Last verified June 17, 2026.
The short answer
Brandfolder (by Smartsheet) ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #8) for Marketing teams organizing brand assets, images, and creative files. Excels at tracking asset performance with its unique Brand Intelligence analytics.
At a glance
| Brandfolder (by Smartsheet) | PhotoShelter for Brands | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Digital Asset Management Software | #8 / The 11 Best Digital Asset Management Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 7.8 |
| Best for | Asset analytics and intelligence | Real-time creative workflows |
| Pricing | $$$$ ($40,000+/year) | $$$ ($10,000 - $30,000/year) |
| HQ | Denver, USA | New York, USA |
| Founded | 2012 | 2005 |
Brandfolder (by Smartsheet)
Excels at tracking asset performance with its unique Brand Intelligence analytics.
www.brandfolder.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Digital Asset Management Software
PhotoShelter for Brands
Best for fast-paced creative teams needing instant asset distribution from live events.
brands.photoshelter.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Digital Asset Management Software
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