SmartAlbums (simpler, Mac-friendly), Fundy Designer (more stylish templates), InDesign (more powerful, steeper cost).
Photoshop users will feel at home. Every element (photo, mask, text, graphic) lives on its own layer. You can apply global adjustments (brightness, sharpening) to an entire spread or a single cutout. No "smart object" headaches. album xpress pro 13.5
The included templates are functional but boring (lots of clean grids and classic frames). The third-party template marketplace is small and overpriced. You’ll likely design your own masters or buy from Etsy creators. Fundy Designer (more stylish templates)