Affinity Photo
A professional photo editing tool, now free under Canva ownership. Previously a one-time purchase.
Affinity Photo is a one-time purchase design tool available on WINDOWS, MACOS, IPAD. It serves as an alternative to Adobe Photoshop — subscription software that costs $23/month combined. At $54.99 one-time, Affinity Photo costs less than Adobe Photoshop's monthly subscription — and you own it forever. Over three years, this saves you $773 compared to subscription alternatives. It's best suited for photographers, designers, adobe photoshop switchers.
Why Choose Affinity Photo?
- +One-time purchase at $54.99 — own it forever with no recurring fees
- +Full ownership — your data stays on your device, no cloud dependency
- +Works offline — no internet connection required for core functionality
- +Save $276/year compared to subscription alternatives
- +Cross-platform support — available on 3 platforms
Basic Info
Ownership & Dependency
Ownership
HIGH
Cloud Dependency
LOW
Best For
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Pros
- +Free to use
- +Professional photo editing features
- +Good performance
- +Works offline
Cons
- −Not open source
- −Requires Canva account
- −Smaller plugin ecosystem than Photoshop
How to Switch to Affinity Photo
- 1
Export your data
Export your data from your current tool in CSV, PDF, or native format.
- 2
Install Affinity Photo
Download Affinity Photo from the official website. It costs One-time purchase, typically $54.99 — a one-time purchase.
- 3
Import and configure
Import your data into Affinity Photo and customize the settings to match your workflow.
- 4
Cancel your subscription
Once you're comfortable with Affinity Photo, cancel your subscription and start saving.
Replacing: Adobe Photoshop
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Affinity Photo a good replacement for Adobe Photoshop?
Yes. Affinity Photo handles most of what Adobe Photoshop does, for a one-time $54.99 payment. Adobe Photoshop costs $22.99/month ($276/year). The main differences are in advanced features and ecosystem integrations.
Is Affinity Photo really a one-time purchase?
Yes, Affinity Photo costs $54.99 as a one-time purchase. You pay once and own it forever — no monthly or annual fees.
What platforms does Affinity Photo support?
Affinity Photo is available on WINDOWS, MACOS, IPAD. This cross-platform support means you can use it on all your devices.
How much money can I save with Affinity Photo?
By replacing Adobe Photoshop, you save approximately $276/year in subscription fees. After the one-time $54.99 purchase, all savings are pure profit.
Does Affinity Photo require an internet connection?
No. Affinity Photo works fully offline — you only need internet for initial download and updates.
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