The best photo books hold cherished moments in a way that feels far more special than letting them take up storage in the cloud. If not to mark a significant occasion for yourself, they make a fail-safe gift for friends and loved ones, whether it’s for a wedding, a big birthday, or important milestone. I’ve been busy creating photo albums to find the best ones. I assessed them on the quality of the images, and how easy the albums were to put together using, using their accompanying app or website. Some of these processes were smoother sailing than others, but to save time when it comes to your own albums, fortunately, most companies have auto-fill options that put your photos into a layout for you. Whether you're looking to capture holiday snaps or find a high-end design you wouldn’t hesitate to cherish as a wedding album, there’s ample choice, and lots of opportunity to personalise covers and layouts. Papier’s (from £24, Papier.com) is my personal favourite, but keep reading to find more of my tried-and-tested picks. Read more: Best gifts for men that he’ll actually want to keepSome of the tried and tested albums (Emma Henderson)The best photo book companies for 2026 are:Best overall – Papier: From £24, Papier.com Best budget buy – Cewe: From £8.99, Cewe.co.uk Best for wedding albums – Rosemood: From £89, Rosemood.co.ukBest for speed – Vistaprint: From £10.19, Vistaprint.co.uk Best for travel albums –Popsa: From £20, Popsa.comRead more: Best letterbox flower services, reviewed