Aura vs Skylight: What’s the best digital photo frame?

NBC Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you click on or buy through our links, we earn a commission. Learn more.ElectronicsAura vs Skylight: I tested both digital photo frames for a month — here’s what I learned.Both digital photo frames are easy to use. But which is right for you?Updated July 8, 2026, 4:24 PM EDTHarry RabinowitzTech ReporterSkip to table of contentsAura and Skylight sent our staff samples of their digital photo frames for review.Courtesy of Harry RabinowitzIn this articleHow I tried Aura and Skylight framesOur experience with Aura and SkylightSetupDesignEase of usePicture qualityAura vs Skylight: The final verdictWhy trust NBC Select?See 5 MoreAura Frame and Skylight are two of the best digital photo frame brands on the market, and choosing between the two on paper is challenging. That’s why I tried them side-by-side for more than a month, to get real-life experience that goes beyond the spec sheet, because digital photo frames are for everyone, not just your grandparents.These frames make it easy to enjoy your favorite photos without having to scroll through your phone’s messy camera roll. Plus, they have other standout features that make them a great gift for any home. Read on to find out which brand earned my recommendation.How I tried Aura and Skylight framesAura Aspen Digital Photo Frame 14,455 Amazon Reviews$229.00Amazon$229.99Best Buy$229.00AuraWhat to knowDimensions: 12.7 x 10.1 x 1.1 in. | Display: 12 in. | Resolution: 1600x1200 | Aspect ratio: 4:3 | Orientation: portrait or landscape | Storage: unlimited cloud (free) | Built-in speaker: yes | Styles and colors: 2What we likeExceedingly easy to usePortrait or landscape modeSleek and stylishSomething to notePriceySkylight Frame 224,015 Amazon Reviews$199.99Amazon$189.99SkylightWhat to knowDimensions: 12 x 8.5 x 0.9 in. | Display: 10 in. | Resolution: 1920x1200 | Aspect ratio: 16:9 | Orientation: portrait or landscape | Storage: 16GB built-in, unlimited cloud (s...