Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | eCards Photos | Blue Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Your own photos | ✓ Up to 15 | Yes — photo plus message |
| Recipient downloads the photos | ✓ Full resolution | Sender prints at home |
| Printed card, mailed to them | ✓ From $6.99, QR opens the live card | — |
| Free option | ✓ Free tier, no expiry | Free ecards, plus a trial |
| Keep forever offline | ✓ Download HTML file | Printed copy |
| Account required | ✓ No (for free tier) | Yes |
| Paid upgrade | From $1.99, one-time | Paid annual membership |
| Personal video messages | ✓ Card Pack | — |
| Voice messages | ✓ Free | — |
| Video covers | ✓ Card Pack | — |
| Privacy controls | ✓ Card Pack | — |
| Mobile-friendly | ✓ Modern responsive | Varies by card |
Different Cards for Different Purposes
Choose Blue Mountain If You Want...
- Beautiful illustrated animations
- Large library of pre-made designs
- Musical greeting cards
- Brand name recognition
Choose eCards Photos If You Want...
- Your own photos featured
- Print-quality downloads
- Offline cards that work forever
- Personal video messages
- Voice messages with your card
- No ads, no account required
Why People Look for Blue Mountain Alternatives
Want to Use Their Own Photos
Blue Mountain leads with its own illustrated designs. If you have baby photos, vacation pics, or family moments to share, you need a service built for YOUR photos.
The Recipient Keeps the Photos
With Blue Mountain you print the card at your end. With eCards Photos the person receiving it downloads your photos at full resolution, to print, frame, or keep.
A Free Tier That Does Not Expire
Our free tier is not a trial — send a card with your own photos, at full quality, without paying and without a countdown.
No Account for Them
Your recipient opens one link in any browser. Nothing to install, on any phone, tablet, or computer — and nothing to sign up for unless you lock the card to their email address.
Simple, Affordable Pricing
Free
$0
Always free
- 3 photos per card
- No ads ever
- No account required
- Full-quality downloads
- Voice messages
- Keep Forever download
Card Packs
From $1.99 one-time
1 card $1.99 · 3 cards $3.99 · 10 cards $9.99 · no subscription
- Up to 15 photos
- Video Signature cards
- Card protection (PIN/email)
- Scheduled delivery
- Live for the life of your account
Blue Mountain sells a paid annual membership alongside a limited free tier. Ours is a one-time Card Pack from $1.99, no annual subscription, and includes video messages, voice recordings, and photo downloads.
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Real stories from real senders
It was delightful to receive these photos of a very special trip. I was able to download all the photos and even the card to make an album.. Plus all the photos are print quality.
It was easy
I've used these cards many times. It's so convenient and easy to send one with many pictures instead of just sending pictures in a text. I know that seeing a card makes people smile and brightens their days. I love this site and I highly recommend.
Common Questions
How is eCards Photos different from Blue Mountain?
Blue Mountain leads with illustrated and animated card designs. We focus on YOUR photos — they tumble out of the card for recipients to download at full quality and print. Your memories, not clip art.
Is eCards Photos really free?
Yes! Free tier includes 3 photos per card, unlimited sends, voice messages, and full-quality downloads. Blue Mountain has a limited free tier alongside a paid membership. Our one-time Card Packs start at $1.99 — no subscription — and add 15 photos, personal video messages, and video covers.
Can recipients print the photos?
Yes! Every photo downloads at the size you uploaded it — recipients print from their home printer in minutes, or take to any pharmacy.
Do I need to create an account?
No! Create and send free cards without signing up. Account only needed to save cards or buy a Card Pack. Blue Mountain requires account creation.
Does Blue Mountain have better animations?
Different style. Blue Mountain leads with illustrated and animated designs you personalise. We lead with your photos — they tumble out of the card with physics, it flips realistically, and a Card Pack adds looping video covers. Both engaging, different approach.
Try eCards Photos Free
See if photo cards are right for you. No signup, no credit card, no ads. Create your first card in 2 minutes.