Possibly, yes. If you only use Photoshop and Illustrator, paying around $60/month may not be the most cost-effective option, depending on your plan and whether you're eligible for discounts.
Here are the common options:
| Plan | Typical U.S. price (before taxes) | Best for |
|---|
| Photoshop Single App | ~$23/month | Only Photoshop |
| Illustrator Single App | ~$23/month | Only Illustrator |
| Photography Plan (Photoshop + Lightroom) | ~$20/month | Photographers who don't need Illustrator |
| Creative Cloud All Apps | ~$60–$70/month | People who use multiple Adobe apps regularly |
If you're paying about $60/month, you're most likely on the Creative Cloud All Apps plan.
If you only use Photoshop and Illustrator
There are a few scenarios:
- You only use those two apps.
- Two Single App plans would usually cost around $46/month, which is less than $60.
- You qualify for a promotional rate.
- Adobe frequently offers discounted renewal prices if you contact customer support and ask whether any retention offers are available.
- You don't mind alternatives.
- If you use Illustrator only occasionally, you could keep Photoshop and replace Illustrator with another vector graphics program, reducing your monthly cost further.
One thing to check before changing plans is whether you're on an annual plan paid monthly. If so, canceling before the renewal term ends can trigger an early termination fee.
If you tell me:
- whether you're in the U.S. (or another country),
- whether your plan is Creative Cloud All Apps, and
- whether you're on an annual or month-to-month subscription,
I can estimate what you'd save by switching and whether it makes financial sense.