How Much Do Professional Headshots Cost in 2026? Complete Price Guide
Complete guide to professional headshot costs in 2026. Compare traditional photographer pricing ($200-$1500) vs AI headshot generators (free to try) and find the best option for your budget.
Traditional photography: $200–$1,500+
| Photographer tier | Cost range | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-level / student | $100–$300 | Budget-conscious, no rush |
| Mid-tier professional | $300–$700 | Most professionals — good balance |
| Premium / specialist | $700–$1,500+ | Executives, actors, media personalities |
| Corporate team rate (per person) | $100–$300 | Company "Our Team" pages, bulk |
These prices typically include 1-3 retouched final images, 1-2 hours of studio time, and 1-2 weeks turnaround from booking to delivery. Hair and makeup may or may not be included.
AI headshot generators: free to try
| Tool | Price | Images | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| TryOneTake Free | Free | 1 | <5 min |
| TryOneTake Starter | $19 | 30 | <5 min |
| TryOneTake Pro | $35 | 30 | <5 min |
| HeadshotPro | $24+ | 40 | 10-30 min |
| Aragon AI | $29+ | 40 | 60-90 min |
Hidden costs of traditional photography
- Travel and parking: $10–$50 (gas, parking, Uber)
- Time cost: 2-4 hours (commute + shoot + waiting)
- Wardrobe: $0–$200 (if you buy something new for the shoot)
- Hair and makeup: $50–$200 (if not included)
- Re-shoots: Full cost again if you don't like the results
The bottom line
For the vast majority of professional needs — LinkedIn, company websites, business cards, email signatures — AI headshots from TryOneTake deliver equal quality starting free vs $200-$500+. The math is simple: try AI first. If you genuinely need something AI can't provide, then go the traditional route. But you probably won't need to.
See our LinkedIn headshots and corporate headshots pages for profession-specific examples and pricing. Also compare us head-to-head against HeadshotPro and Aragon AI.