--- description: Learn more about Adobe Captivate pricing, benefits, and disadvantages for your business in Canada. Read verified software reviews and find tools that fit your business needs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: Adobe Captivate Pricing, Reviews & Features - Capterra Canada 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Course Authoring Software](/directory/30021/course-authoring/software) > [Adobe Captivate](/software/181977/adobe-captivate) # Adobe Captivate Canonical: https://www.capterra.ca/software/181977/adobe-captivate Page: 1 / 10\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.ca/software/181977/adobe-captivate?page=2) > Course authoring solution that helps businesses create e-learning projects by managing content, images, audios/videos, and more. > > Verdict: Rated **4.4/5** by 222 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses Adobe Captivate? Designed for businesses of all sizes, it helps manage images, videos, themes, layouts, fonts, slides, motion effects, closed captions, and more to create e-learning projects. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.4/5** | 222 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 3.8/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support Software | 3.9/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 3.9/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Adobe - **Founded**: 1982 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$33.90 - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Subscription: US$33.99 /month Perpetual License Price: US $1,299.00 Student \& Teacher Edition: US $399.00 Upgrade Price: Buy for US $499.00 - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Canada, United States ## Features - Activity Dashboard - Audio/Video Recording - Blended Learning - Content Library - Content Management System (CMS) Software - Course Authoring Software - Course Management - Course Publishing - Course Tracking - Customizable Templates - Data Import/Export - Gamification Software - Interactive Content - Interactive Learning - Learning Management - Mobile Access - Mobile Learning Software - Quizzes - Storyboarding - Template Management - Tests/Assessments - Video Management Software ## Integrations (1 total) - Google Maps ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base Software ## Category - [Course Authoring Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/30021/course-authoring/software) ## Related Categories - [Course Authoring Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/30021/course-authoring/software) - [eLearning Authoring Tools Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/31278/elearning-authoring-tools/software) - [Training Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/10008/training/software) - [Learning Management System Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/30020/learning-management-system/software) ## Alternatives 1. [Articulate 360](https://www.capterra.ca/software/156978/articulate-360) — 4.7/5 (696 reviews) 2. [iSpring Suite](https://www.capterra.ca/software/124358/ispring-suite) — 4.6/5 (1749 reviews) 3. [LearnWorlds](https://www.capterra.ca/software/143513/learnworlds) — 4.7/5 (192 reviews) 4. [LIVRESQ](https://www.capterra.ca/software/1033471/livresq) — 4.9/5 (73 reviews) 5. [Canvas](https://www.capterra.ca/software/127214/canvas) — 4.6/5 (4320 reviews) ## Reviews ### "Effective Tool for Interactive Training and Support Simulations" — 4.0/5 > **Aja Nurse** | *May 15, 2026* | Consumer Services | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: I liked how interactive and easy to follow the training modules were. The simulations helped me practice real wireless technical support scenarios, and the step‑by‑step lessons made the information easier to understand. I also liked that we could use it for meetings whenever our internal communication system went down — it was reliable and kept the training moving. > > **Cons**: I didn’t like that some of the modules took a long time to load, especially when the internet connection wasn’t strong. A few of the simulations also felt a bit slow or repetitive, so sometimes it made the training drag. It worked overall, but it wasn’t always the smoothest experience. > > My overall experience with Adobe Captivate was positive. I used it throughout my online training with Foundever from December 2024 to February 2025 while preparing to work as a Wireless Technical Support Agent. The interactive modules and simulations made the training easier to understand, especially when practicing real support scenarios. It was reliable most of the time, and I liked that we could even use it for meetings whenever our internal communication system went down. A few lessons loaded slowly, but overall, Captivate helped me stay engaged and follow the training smoothly. ----- ### "Captives Tool is one that gives you a lot of bang for the buck" — 4.0/5 > **Gordon** | *November 7, 2024* | E-Learning | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: You have a lot of options to "program" behaviour into your final product. Very rich in features. > > **Cons**: Steep learning curve, so it is critical you find "sample projects" to practice learning behaviours and features so you become proficient. > > I have used many versions over the years. It is a deep tool that gives a lot of options to a developer. Enhancements are always good. I wish you could purchase offline option (like in the past) rather than pay a subscription. ----- ### "Instructional Designer" — 5.0/5 > **Jean-Pierre** | *December 5, 2025* | E-Learning | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Captivate is a robust software that helps to build interactive materials for your online or hybrid courses. I used the screen recording to create step-by-step instructions to demonstrate how to use different technologies in our school. Question templates are also amazing. > > **Cons**: A little pricy, and it is very difficult to reach customer support. In addition, the new users find it overwhelming to navigate. > > It is a powerful tool for instructional designers who need to build eLearning content. It also has a large online community and tutorial materials. ----- ### "Extensive bells and whistles for creating an in-depth e-learning course" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *April 30, 2026* | Environmental Services | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: The extent of applications that are provided gives the user plenty of opportunities to create a great, in-depth e-learning course. > > **Cons**: Captivate is not for the novice user. The extensive range of options, applications, and buttons can be overwhelming to a new user. > > Overall, very good experience. Captivate is a great software for someone who wants all the bells and whistles for creating an elaborate e-learning course. ----- ### "Expensive but can get results. Articulate is better." — 3.0/5 > **Alexander** | *November 12, 2025* | Health, Wellness & Fitness | Recommendation rating: 2.0/10 > > **Pros**: Easy to produce very simple e-learning once you overcome the initial learning curve. Good for rework. > > **Cons**: The initial learning curve is extremely steep, even with experience of video editing and other tools. > > Decent, but expensive tool to use for creation of e-learning. Not as good as Articulate and feels rather dated. ----- Page: 1 / 10\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.ca/software/181977/adobe-captivate?page=2) ## Links - [View on Capterra](https://www.capterra.ca/software/181977/adobe-captivate) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | de-CH | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-IL | | | en-IN | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-AR | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-CR | | | es-DO | | | es-EC | | | es-MX | | | es-PA | | | es-PE | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | fr-LU | | | it | | | ja | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | | pt | | | pt-PT | | ----- ## Structured Data