Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- Adobe
- Pricing
- Subscription — From $33.99/mo
- Free tier
- Free trial (30 days)
- Platforms
- Windows, Mac
- Best for
- Enterprise, Agencies
- Editor rating
- 4.2 / 5
- Founded
- 2004
- Headquarters
- San Jose, California
What is Adobe Captivate?
Adobe Captivate is a education tool from Adobe. Adobe Captivate is an authoring tool for building responsive e-learning, simulations, and quizzes that publish to HTML5.
Adobe Captivate uses subscription pricing with a 30-day free trial. From $33.99/mo.
It's best suited to enterprise, agencies and runs on Windows, Mac.
Standout strengths include powerful interactivity and simulations, responsive html5 output, adobe ecosystem integration. Worth weighing: steep learning curve, heavy application.
Adobe Captivate pricing
Pros
- Powerful interactivity and simulations
- Responsive HTML5 output
- Adobe ecosystem integration
Cons
- Steep learning curve
- Heavy application
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Frequently asked questions
What is Adobe Captivate?
Adobe Captivate is an authoring tool for building responsive e-learning, simulations, and quizzes that publish to HTML5.
How much does Adobe Captivate cost?
Adobe Captivate is subscription-priced. Paid plans start at $33.99/mo.
Does Adobe Captivate have a free trial?
Yes — Adobe Captivate offers a 30-day free trial.
What platforms does Adobe Captivate support?
Adobe Captivate is available on Windows, Mac.