Replace Adobe Creative Cloud with software you own.
The $60/month subscription that never lets you leave. We build a custom alternative in 6-12 weeks for $25,000–$50,000.
Adobe Creative Cloud per seat/mo
One-time build
Savings over 3 years
Build time
The Problem
Why teams leave Adobe Creative Cloud
Per-user pricing across 20+ apps most people don't use
Proprietary file formats (PSD, AI, INDD) create lock-in
Annual commitment with early termination fees
Constant feature additions inflate bloat
Cloud storage limits require upgrades
Performance issues with subscription validation
What We Build Instead
Your custom design & creative tool
Custom creative workflow tools for your specific needs
Image processing and batch editing pipelines
Template-based design system for marketing teams
Asset management with version control
Automated design generation for campaigns
Export in open formats — no proprietary lock-in
The Math
Adobe Creative Cloud vs. custom build
Based on 25 seats at $60/seat/month, with ~10% annual SaaS price increases.
Keep paying Adobe Creative Cloud
Build with 86 SaaS
3-year savings with 25 seats
$5,025
8% less than Adobe Creative Cloud
Pricing Breakdown
Adobe Creative Cloud tier pricing vs. one-time custom build
Compare what you pay per seat across Adobe Creative Cloud's tiers against a single investment in software you own forever.
| Tier | Monthly/Seat | Annual/Seat | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single App | $23/mo | $23/mo | One CC app, 100 GB storage, Adobe Fonts, Portfolio website |
| All Apps | $60/mo | $55/mo | 20+ apps, 100 GB storage, Adobe Fonts, Behance portfolio |
| Teams (All Apps) | $90/mo | $90/mo | 20+ apps per user, 1 TB storage, Admin console, 24/7 support |
| Custom Build by 86 SaaS | $25,000–$50,000 one-time | $0/seat | Unlimited users, full ownership, no recurring fees |
Migration Timeline
From Adobe Creative Cloud to ownership — week by week
A structured migration plan to move off Adobe Creative Cloud in 6-12 weeks with zero downtime.
Discovery & Audit
1 weekAudit Adobe tool usage, file formats, and creative workflows
Architecture & Design
1-2 weeksDesign creative workflow tools with image processing and template system
Core Development
3-7 weeksBuild image processing pipeline, template engine, asset management, and batch tools
Data Migration & Testing
1-2 weeksConvert key templates to open formats, validate output quality
Deployment & Training
1-2 weeksLaunch creative tools and train design team
Total build time
6-12 weeks
Feature Comparison
What you keep, what you skip, and why
A transparent comparison of Adobe Creative Cloud features vs. your custom-built alternative.
| Feature | Adobe Creative Cloud | Custom Build | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Image Processing & Editing | |||
| Batch Processing | |||
| Template-based Design | |||
| Asset Management | |||
| Brand Guidelines Portal | |||
| Export in Open Formats | |||
| Version Control | |||
| Photoshop-level Editing | Build tools for your specific creative workflows instead | ||
| Video Editing (Premiere) | Use dedicated video tools for professional editing | ||
| Vector Illustration (Illustrator) | Use open-format design tools for vector work | ||
| No Proprietary File Lock-in | Open formats — PNG, SVG, PDF, not PSD/AI/INDD |
Your custom build focuses on the features your team actually uses — typically 15-20% of what Adobe Creative Cloud offers — built exactly for your workflow.
How It Works
From Adobe Creative Cloud to ownership in 6-12 weeks
Free Audit
We analyze your Adobe Creative Cloud usage and identify exactly which features your team actually uses.
Scope & Build
We build your custom design & creative tool with only the features you need. 6-12 weeks.
Deploy & Migrate
We deploy to your infrastructure, migrate your data from Adobe Creative Cloud, and train your team.
You Own It
Full source code, documentation, and optional maintenance retainer. No vendor lock-in. Ever.
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