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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Adobe Express

    Score8.8 out of 10
    N/AAdobe Creative Cloud Express (formerly Adobe Spark) is a task-based, web and mobile product used to create and share rich multimedia content – from social media posts and stories to invitations to marketing materials like logos, flyers and banners.

    $0

    Canva

    Score9.1 out of 10
    N/ACanva is a popular, simple online graphic design tool. Users can import images, use templates to design banners and logos, or pay to use Canva's premium stock images/paid templates (elements starting at $1).

    $12.95

    per month

    Pricing
    Adobe ExpressCanva
    Editions & Modules
    Free
    $0.00
    Premium
    $9.99 / $99.99
    per month
    Teams
    $9.99
    per month per user
    Pro
    $12.95
    per month
    Enterprise
    $30.00
    Per Month Per User
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Adobe ExpressCanva
    Free Trial
    YesNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    YesYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    Adobe ExpressCanva
    Considered Both Products
    Adobe
    Chose Adobe Express
    I started on Adobe Spark / Adobe Express before ever trying Figma nad Canva. I tried them after being told how great the were by colleagues and honestly felt like they were cheesy and less adult. The final product didn't feel as polished and the user experience was lackluster. …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    Express and Canva are very similar but backed by the power of Adobe; Express is the better option. Its feature set is greater, and the recent addition of Firefly is a game changer, making it leaps and bounds better than Canva. Certain features in Express that Canva doesn't have …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    Canva is a little more expensive and the usability of it for creation or quick changes are not there like Adobe Express has.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    I used Canva for a long time, but since we already had the Adobe Creative Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud Express was included, I went ahead and started using Adobe Creative Cloud Express, as it was more cost-effective. Unfortunately, Adobe Creative Cloud Express doesn't offer …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    Adobe Creative Cloud Express uses layers which is closer to the very widely used Adobe PhotoShop. Its integration with Adobe PhotoShop made it more familiar to use. But overall [in my opinion], Canva has more options of elements and effects.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    I prefer Adobe Creative Cloud Express to Canva for the back-end interface. To me, Adobe Creative Cloud Express is more user-friendly and provides greater options. You really do get what you pay for. I was also able to learn how to use Adobe Creative Cloud Express with little to …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    They both have great ease of use. More recently, Adobe changed something in its interface that created a small but consistently aggravating inconvenience, so Canva may be better in that aspect. The platform for Canva has great UX in my opinion. Adobe Creative Cloud Express …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    While I think Adobe Creative Cloud Express and Canva are actually pretty similar, I find that kids tend to see Adobe Creative Cloud Express as a little more manageable and less overwhelming. Graphic design can be a little scary, and I think Adobe Creative Cloud Express does a …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    Adobe Creative Cloud Express was chosen for us by somebody else in the organization, but I still really like it. Though I do like Canva, I'm so used to Adobe Creative Cloud Express now I'd never go back. We used to use Animoto (free version) and I do miss some of the …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    Canva has more free templates than Adobe Creative Cloud Express. The content planner option in Canva makes it different from Adobe Creative Cloud Express. Canva has a more easy-to-understand interface. We can use Canva on any device but Adobe Creative Cloud Express Post is only …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    For users already in the Adobe ecosystem, Adobe Express is a great tool to consider for it's modern, professional templates, impressive stock image library and the easy drag-and-drop tools. I mostly do most of my work on desktop, but I know Canva is generally better for mobile …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    I used Canva briefly and really didn't enjoy it. Adobe Express is more user friendly and has much more options. I much prefer it.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    I haven't used Canva in a long time, but some of my colleagues still do.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    The Adobe Express Creative Cloud (premium) version is all you need. But even the free version is so much easier to edit than in Canva. Canva is cool for certain projects that don't need too much editing (editing in Canva can cause migraines).

    But, almost no matter what I …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    There are some similarities between the two, but Express has capabilities to create more complex and brilliant content with an interface that is equally easy to use as Canva. We selected it for its accessibility and its reputation. It also offers a very useful support system …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    Adobe Express seems to be slightly inferior design wise, but has greater integrations with the Adobe ecosystem
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    Express needs to continue with their AI improvements such as for professional profiles in photo editing.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    Adobe Express has stronger branding features. For example, it's much easier to save custom logos and styles and I feel like the end-products are more polished.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    Adobe Creative Cloud Express offers greater versatility in creating, including video, images, and pages. Access to Adobe content will take your creativity to new levels and this alone makes Adobe Creative Cloud Express stand out and above the rest. Finally, the apps are …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    Adobe Creative Cloud Express is easier to use than almost every other graphics program I’ve used. Those that are as simple, or simpler, do not produce creations with as professional and creative looks as Adobe Creative Cloud Express does.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    We use Adobe Creative Cloud Express in addition to all of the above, depending on the project. It stacks up extremely well against all other products, except Premiere Pro on the video side (obviously). In the area that we use it most - for the on the fly social media - it is …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Express
    When we need something done quickly and easily without too much detail, we use Adobe Express.
    Incentivized
    Canva
    Chose Canva
    Canva is cost Effective as compared to Adobe Express
    Canva does not lag at all while Adobe Express frame rate drops sometimes
    Canva has collaboration feature while adobe misses out with this
    Incentivized
    Chose Canva
    Canva is faster and easy to use. There aren't complex menus like Adobe products and everything is generally intuitive. Menus are mostly open and visible or relatively small. Small changes to the program add to it's usability rather than detract. I also appreciate that Canva …
    Incentivized
    Chose Canva
    Canva has a great interface with easier instruction. The software is loaded with tons of templates & features which helps to create great designs easily & super fast than the alternative tools available. Anyone with basic skills can be a Canva expert within a few days & access …
    Incentivized
    Chose Canva
    Canva is much easier to use. I've never been able to figure out any of the Adobe products. They're just not user-friendly from my experience.
    Incentivized
    Chose Canva
    PicMonkey does not provide a free option, and its template library is less than Canva's. Both platforms have a simple user interface and are suitable for beginners. Canva, on the other hand, provides more comprehensive tools for producing graphics for social media, …
    Incentivized
    Chose Canva
    Canva has a special niche when it comes to stacking up against the products that I listed above. When it comes to learning curve, with Canva, there is virtually no learning curve; the interface of Canva is easy for any user. Where I reach my limit with Canva is that it …
    Incentivized
    Chose Canva
    Crello has more 3d templates [and] has more color gradients. It is [premium and] most of the features are the same as Canva, so it's not a hard thing [to use]. I am using one more tool to overcome the limited feature of Crello and it is [PhotoADKing]. [PhotoADKing] has more …
    Incentivized
    Chose Canva
    I have InDesign but have struggled to become proficient with it. Canva is a more cost-effective and user-friendly alternative. Our designer still works in InDesign and for a designer, it has superior features, but to get some projects completed quickly with higher quality, …
    Incentivized
    Chose Canva
    Years ago, I used to use Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. My old job paid for them and some basic design classes, but I was mostly self-taught. And there was a steep learning curve on those programs since they are used by professional designers. So, it made perfect sense when Ad…
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    Adobe ExpressCanva
    Highlights

    TrustRadius
    Research Team Insight
    Published

    Customers for both Adobe Express and Canva frequently use these platforms for graphic design purposes. Reviewers have pointed out that both platforms are widely used in creating social media posts, website banners, infographics, and digital advertisements due to their vast selection of templates and easy-to-use interfaces. However, Adobe Express customers have also mentioned using this tool to edit and enhance photos with its range of photo editing features, while Canva customers have highlighted its use in designing presentations and printable materials such as flyers and posters.

     

    The platforms’ features and tools often dictate their specific uses by the customers. Many Adobe Express users have pointed to the wide array of filters, effects, and advanced editing tools in using it for more sophisticated and professional graphic designs and photo editing. On the other hand, customers of Canva appreciate its drag-and-drop functionality and the diverse library of pre-made designs, images, and fonts which make it a preferred tool for those looking for simplicity, speed, and convenience in creating visually appealing content.

     

    Regarding the user base, both products cater to a diverse set of customers. Adobe Express, with its advanced features, is consistently used by professional photographers, digital artists, and graphic designers. Canva, with its simplicity, appeals to a broader audience, including entrepreneurs, educators, students, and also professional designers who need to quickly generate creative content. While both tools can be used by experts and beginners alike, reviewers note that Adobe Express seems to lean more towards a user base with a certain level of technical expertise in photo editing and graphic design, whereas Canva is widely used by those who value convenience and speed for their design needs.

    User Ratings
    Adobe ExpressCanva
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.8
    (33 ratings)
    9.1
    (172 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.0
    (7 ratings)
    Usability
    9.4
    (10 ratings)
    9.2
    (12 ratings)
    Availability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    Performance
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    Support Rating
    7.9
    (10 ratings)
    6.9
    (15 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (2 ratings)
    Contract Terms and Pricing Model
    9.5
    (6 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    Professional Services
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)