Is S'mores Preset worth it if you’re shopping in Photography?

If your phone photos feel a little flat, or you’ve been chasing that warm, toasted, “campfire at dusk” vibe without knowing which sliders to nudge, you’re not alone. One-tap filters used to be the only shortcut, but they often flatten your skin tones or push everything into a muddy gray. A single, well-tuned preset can fix that in seconds—no Lightroom subscription, no desktop software, just a file you drop into the mobile app and start posting. S’mores Preset from Alexia Berube is exactly that: a $8 single-Lightroom-mobile preset that leans into a brown, caramel-toned grade and ships with the install steps so you’re not guessing how to load it.

Quick answer

What you’re actually buying

At $8, you’re not getting a 20-preset mega-pack. You’re getting one very specific look, done properly, plus the paperwork to get it onto your phone. The core file is the Alexia Berube S’mores preset, which pushes a brown tone across highlights, midtones, and shadows to give photos that toasted, autumnal warmth. That’s the whole product, and it’s intentional: if your feed or project is built around a single cohesive color story, one strong preset beats a drawer of half-used filters. (S’mores Preset)

The second deliverable is the installation instructions, which matter more than they sound. Mobile preset installs trip people up more often than desktop ones—file formats, where the file lands after you open the Gumroad confirmation email, how to import it into Lightroom CC. Having written steps means you’re not Googling “how to install .dng preset on iPhone” at 11 p.m. before a shoot. (S’mores Preset)

What you’re not getting is a subscription. The listing is explicit that no Lightroom subscription is required; you just need the free Lightroom CC app on your phone. That’s a real cost saver compared to presets that only work in Lightroom Classic or Creative Cloud. You also get a heads-up that, like any filter, you’ll tweak a few sliders—exposure, shadows, tone, orange saturation—to match your lighting. That’s honest, and it’s how every serious preset works. (S’mores Preset)

The result is a low-friction, single-purpose tool: open the confirmation email, follow the steps, import the file, and your next photo is already graded in that warm brown palette. For a themed feed, a seasonal project, or a personal aesthetic you want to lock in, the S’mores preset file and install guide do the job without bloating your workflow.

Why it’s on our radar

This is a narrow product, and that’s the point. Most preset sellers dump 10–30 filters and hope you use three. Berube is shipping one look she’s actively using as her own theme, which means the grade is tuned and opinionated rather than a generic “warm” slider nudge. For shoppers who want a look—not a library—$8 for a single, well-documented mobile preset is a fair price, especially since it runs on the free app. (S’mores Preset)

The specificity also makes it easy to evaluate before you buy: if you want a brown, warm, slightly desaturated tone for phone photos, this is a direct match. If you don’t, the listing tells you so in one sentence. That clarity, plus the no-subscription requirement, makes S’mores Preset a low-risk add for anyone building a consistent mobile feed right now.

What actually matters

Before you checkout, run these three checks against your own setup: (S’mores Preset)

• You use Lightroom CC on your phone (free). The preset is built for the mobile app. If you only shoot in-camera or use a different editor, this won’t slot in. (S’mores Preset)
• You want a warm/brown tone specifically. The grade pushes brown across the image. If your aesthetic is cool, teal, or high-contrast black-and-white, this isn’t the look. (S’mores Preset)
• You’re okay with minor slider tweaks. The seller notes you’ll typically adjust exposure, shadows, tone, and orange saturation to match your scene. That’s normal, but it means the preset is a starting point, not a magic “perfect for every photo” button. (S’mores Preset)

One more practical note: sales are final and the file is delivered through the Gumroad confirmation email. If you’re the type who needs a 30-day “try it on 50 photos” window, factor that in. For a $8 single-preset purchase, most buyers won’t hit that friction—but it’s worth knowing. (S’mores Preset)

Mid-check

If the warm brown tone matches what you’re going for and you’ve got the free Lightroom CC app on your phone, this is a quick, cheap way to lock in a consistent look. (S’mores Preset)

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FAQ

Do I need a Lightroom subscription to use S’mores Preset? No. The listing states you only need the free Lightroom CC app on your phone. No Creative Cloud or Lightroom Classic subscription is required to use the S’mores preset.

Will it work on both iPhone and Android? The preset is a mobile Lightroom CC file, which runs on both iOS and Android. You’ll follow the included installation steps to import it into the app on whichever device you use. (S’mores Preset)

Is this a one-preset pack or a multi-preset bundle? It’s a single preset. You get the Alexia Berube S’mores preset plus installation instructions. If you need multiple looks for different moods, this won’t cover that—but if you want one cohesive warm tone, it’s purpose-built for that. (S’mores Preset)

Do I have to adjust sliders after applying it? Yes, a little. The seller recommends tweaking exposure, shadows, tone, and orange saturation to match your specific photo. That’s standard for any preset, and it’s what keeps the look from feeling like a one-size-fits-all filter. (S’mores Preset)

Bottom line

If you want one warm, brown-toned look for your phone photos and you’re already using the free Lightroom CC app, S’mores Preset is a clean, $8 way to get there without a subscription or a 30-preset drawer. It’s narrow by design, clearly documented, and priced for a single-purpose tool. If that matches your feed or project, it’s a quick win.