| Plan | What You Get | Monthly Cost (USD) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | (1TB) | Lightroom (cloud) + Lightroom Mobile | $9.99 | | Photography plan (20GB) | Lightroom + Lightroom Classic + Photoshop + 20GB | $9.99 | | Photography plan (1TB) | Same as above + 1TB | $19.99 | | Creative Cloud All Apps | 20+ apps including Lightroom + Photoshop | ~$54.99 |
This guide covers Lightroom (cloud-based, modern version) and Lightroom Classic (desktop-focused, traditional version). Step 1: Know Which Version You Need | Feature | Lightroom (Cloud) | Lightroom Classic | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Storage | Adobe Cloud (1TB+) | Local hard drive | | Best for | Mobile + desktop sync, quick edits | Professional, batch, advanced cataloging | | Interface | Sleek, simpler | Detailed, more panels | | File organization | Automatic cloud backup | User-managed folders | If you're new → Start with Lightroom (cloud). If you're a pro or former Lightroom user → Get Lightroom Classic . Step 2: Subscription Options (No Perpetual License) Lightroom is now subscription-only . No one-time purchase.