In today’s digital learning environment, Adobe Captivate stands out as a powerful tool for creating interactive, mobile-ready e-learning content.

But how much does it cost, and what does each plan include?

This guide breaks down Adobe Captivate pricing options for individuals and organizations, helping you choose the right solution for your training goals and budget.

Adobe Captivate Subscription Plans

The platform offers flexible subscription plans tailored to individual creators and organizations of varying sizes. Here's the breakdown of how much Adobe Captivate costs:

  • Individual Plan: $33.99/month (billed monthly with access to the latest features)
  • Team/Enterprise Plan: Custom pricing (based on the number of licenses and organizational requirements)
  • Educational Plan: Offers discounted pricing (based on academic eligibility and number of licenses for students and instructors)

Note: Adobe discontinued its perpetual license model in February 2022. Captivate is now only available through a subscription-based model.

Let’s explore each Adobe Captivate plan in detail to help you determine the best fit for your training and development strategy.

Adobe Captivate Individual Plan: Pricing And Features

The Individual plan is designed for solo educators, instructional designers, and content creators who want to build high-quality interactive e-learning content independently. The Individual Plan offers:

Features:

  • Access to both the all-new Adobe Captivate and Adobe Captivate Classic
  • 100GB of cloud storage
  • Responsive design capabilities
  • Interactive elements like quizzes, simulations, and branching scenarios
  • Integration with other Adobe tools and learning management systems (LMS)

All of this is available for $33.99/month, making it an ideal choice for professionals who want full creative control with powerful and flexible tools.

Teams Plan: Features And Subscription Details

The Teams Plan is designed for educational institutions, businesses, and training departments that require collaborative tools and centralized management for their e-learning initiatives.

Key Features:

  • Access to both the all-new Adobe Captivate and Adobe Captivate Classic
  • 100GB of cloud storage per user
  • Centralized license management through the Adobe Admin Console
  • Manage named user licenses via a web-based admin console
  • Subscription available through Adobe’s Value Incentive Plan (VIP), offering flexible terms and secure license control
  • Additional discounts for eligible teams through VIP Select, with savings increasing as more licenses are added
  • Ideal for teams, small businesses, and enterprises purchasing in volume

Pricing:

All of these features are available under customized pricing based on the number of licenses and your organization’s specific needs.

Enterprises Plan: License And Features Details

The Enterprises Plan is built for large-scale deployments across centralized organizations that require predictable budgeting and advanced license management. It includes everything offered in the Teams Plan, plus enterprise-grade licensing flexibility.

Key Features:

  • Access to both the all-new Adobe Captivate and Adobe Captivate Classic
  • 100GB of cloud storage per user
  • Cloud and desktop deployment options
  • Centralized license control and administrative tools
  • Annual billing on a fixed schedule for financial predictability
  • Subscription is available through the Enterprise Term License Agreement (ETLA), a three-year agreement designed for enterprise-level deployment

Pricing:

All of these features are available through custom enterprise pricing tailored to your organization's size, structure, and deployment needs under ETLA.

Education Plan: Pricing And Features Breakdown

Adobe offers special pricing for eligible educational institutions, making it easier for students and instructors to access industry-leading e-learning tools.

What’s Included:

  • Access to the all-new Adobe Captivate
  • Access to Adobe Captivate Classic
  • 100GB of cloud storage per user

Eligible institutions can purchase licenses at discounted rates through Adobe Captivate educational plan.

Pricing:

Discounted pricing is available based on academic eligibility and the number of licenses purchased.

Adobe Captivate Free Trial: What's Included?

Adobe offers a 30-day free trial for users to explore features:

  • Full access to both Adobe Captivate and Adobe Captivate Classic
  • No credit card information is required to initiate the free trial
  • No obligation to purchase afterward

Final Thoughts

Abobe Captivate offers flexible pricing options designed to meet the needs of individuals, teams, enterprises, and educational institutions. With monthly subscriptions, custom plans, and a free trial, it's easy to explore the platform and determine whether it fits your e-learning goals.  Each plan includes essential features ensuring you only pay for what you need.

Carefully reviewing what each plan includes can help you choose the right LMS solution based on your training needs and scale. To get a personalized quote and select the right plan, contact our team of experts for guidance.