Updated April 2026 — New frames reviewed

Brookstone · mid-range

Brookstone PhotoShare 10.1" Review

4.2
$119.99

A well-rounded mid-range frame with a touchscreen and multiple photo sources. Good balance of price and features.

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Key Specs

Screen Size
10.1"
Resolution
1280x800
WiFi
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Cloud Storage
Yes
Free Storage
Free with app
App
PhotoShare Frame
Photo Sources
PhotoShare App, Google Photos, Facebook, Dropbox, USB, SD Card

Pros & Cons

What We Like

  • Touchscreen with a familiar swipe interface
  • USB and SD card slots plus WiFi
  • Connects to Google Photos, Facebook, Dropbox
  • Affordable at under $120

What Could Be Better

  • Resolution is standard 1280x800
  • App can be slow to sync
  • No video playback on older models

Full Review

The Brookstone PhotoShare is a solid all-around digital frame. It combines a touchscreen, WiFi, and offline storage options at a fair price.

The 10.1-inch screen at 1280 by 800 is standard for this price range. Photos look clean and colorful. The touchscreen feels natural — swipe to browse, tap to select, and use the on-screen menu to change settings.

What makes the PhotoShare stand out is flexibility. You can load photos three ways: through the app over WiFi, from a USB drive, or from an SD card. The app connects to Google Photos, Facebook, and Dropbox, giving you plenty of options.

Up to 20 people can share photos to a single frame through the app. Each person gets their own account. This makes it great for families spread across different cities.

The app itself is not the best. It syncs slowly at times and the interface feels cluttered. But once your photos are on the frame, everything runs smoothly.

Cloud storage is free through the app. There is no listed storage limit, though very heavy use may slow things down. USB and SD card support means you always have a backup option.

At $120, the Brookstone PhotoShare gives you more features than most frames at this price. The touchscreen alone puts it ahead of the Pix-Star and Nixplay, which both skip touch controls. A reliable choice for families who want options.

4.2
out of 5

Our Verdict

A well-rounded mid-range frame with a touchscreen and multiple photo sources. Good balance of price and features.

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