Best Course Authoring · pricing · Updated June 2026
Adobe Captivate pricing (2026)
Adobe Captivate starts at $33.99/mo (Individual Subscription), across 2 plans. Best for software simulation training. Every figure links to Adobe Captivate's own page and the date we captured it.
At a glance
- Entry price: $33.99/mo (Individual Subscription)
- Free tier: No · 30-day trial
- Compliance: HIPAA — · SOC 2 — · GDPR —
- Best for: software simulation training; VR/AR eLearning; Adobe ecosystem users
Adobe Captivate plans & pricing
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Billing | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Individual Subscription | $33.99 | — | flat | Monthly subscription billed monthly at $33.99. Includes Adobe Captivate and Captivate Classic. Annual plan option exists; exact annual rate not published on reviewed pages. | capterra.com |
| Teams / Enterprise | Quote-only | — | custom | Volume/team and Enterprise (ETLA) pricing via Adobe sales; no published self-serve price. | capterra.com |
Last verified 2026-06-15. adobe.com/products/captivate/pricing.html timed out on re-fetch; $33.99/month individual confirmed via Capterra (capterra.com/p/227148/Adobe-Captivate/pricing) and eLearning Industry. Teams/Enterprise quote-only (ETLA). Adobe moved to subscription in Feb 2022. Cross-checked against elearningindustry.com.
Capabilities
Integrations: SCORM 1.2, SCORM 2004, xAPI, AICC, Adobe Learning Manager, Workday.
Key features: Responsive eLearning with fluid boxes; Virtual Reality (360°) simulations; Software simulation and screen capture; AI-powered slide-to-course conversion.
Plan limits: Subscription-only since Feb 2022 (perpetual discontinued); Windows-primary (limited macOS feature parity); VR/AR simulation requires Captivate Classic.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Adobe Captivate cost?
Adobe Captivate starts at $33.99/mo (Individual Subscription); it has 2 published plans. Verified 2026-06-15.
What are cheaper alternatives to Adobe Captivate?
Cheaper course authoring than Adobe Captivate (entry $33.99/mo) include Camtasia at $3.25/mo, Synthesia at $29/mo. Verified 2026-06-15.
Does Adobe Captivate support HIPAA?
Adobe Captivate HIPAA support: —. SOC 2: —. GDPR: —.
Does Adobe Captivate have a free plan?
Adobe Captivate free tier: No; 30-day free trial.