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PhotoLineAdobe Creative Cloud
Paid

Commercial software sold through the developer's site, with a download available.

 Paid

Sold as a paid membership, with individual and other plans.

Windows, macOS macOS, Web
  • Photo, vector and layout tools in a single program
  • CMYK, Lab and ICC color management with up to 32 bits per channel
  • Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere and more under one membership
  • Covers photography, design, video, web and UX work
  • No Linux version
  • Wide feature set takes time to learn
  • Ongoing subscription instead of a one-time purchase
  • Requires an Adobe account
Downloadable app Downloadable app, Web application
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Account needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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