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Moments vs. LINE Albums
LINE Albums is a feature of the messaging app LINE that lets members of a group or chat share photos. At weddings, couples usually create an album in a group chat made for the guests.
| Feature | Moments | LINE Albums |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | A camera made for weddings. Photos guests take on the spot go straight into the couple's album (photos can also be uploaded later) | Guests add photos to the chat's album afterward |
| Price | One-time payment based on the number of people. Up to 10 guests Free, Up to 25 guests ¥2,500, Up to 50 guests ¥5,000, Up to 100 guests ¥10,000, Up to 175 guests ¥20,000, Up to 250 guests ¥30,000. Free for guests | Free (videos and original quality need LYP Premium, ¥508/month) |
| Storage period | No time limit (photos can be viewed and saved as long as the album isn't deleted) | How long albums are kept isn't officially stated ("can be kept for a long time") |
| How guests join | Just scan the QR code. On iPhone it opens in an App Clip; on Android and other devices, in the browser. No app to install, no account needed | Guests must be members of the same chat (group). A LINE account is required. |
| Devices | Albums are created in the iPhone app. Guests join on iPhone, Android or in a browser. On a computer, you can view and upload | Smartphone, Windows, Mac |
| Image quality | Kept at full quality. A filter adds a film-like look | Standard quality (original quality for Premium members only) |
| Video | Videos can't be recorded or shared (photos only). An Aftermovie can be made from the album's photos (iPhone app) | Premium members only (up to 5 minutes) |
| Save all at once | The iPhone app saves everything to Photos at once; in a browser, download everything as a ZIP | Yes, with "Download album" |
| When photos are revealed | Choose right after each shot, when the album ends, 12 hours after it ends, or 24 hours after it ends | Not officially stated (photos are visible as soon as they're added) |
| Shots per person | Choose 5, 15, 25 or unlimited | Up to 1,000 photos per album; up to 300 per upload |
| Filters | "Disposable film" or "No filter" | None |
| Company | blend in K.K. (Tokyo) | LY Corporation |
Information on LINE Albums was checked on October 30, 2026 on the official pages below. Details can change, so check each official page for the latest. Prices are as charged in Japan, tax included.
Who LINE Albums is a good fit for
- All your guests are on LINE with you, and making a group comes naturally
- You don't want to spend any money
Who Moments is a good fit for
- You also want photos from guests you're not connected with on LINE
- You want to collect photos without losing quality
- You want everything in one album, even if there are more than 1,000 photos
Sources (checked October 30, 2026)
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Try it once
before the wedding
You can make an album for up to 10 guests for free.