Apple has offered subscriptions for some of its Pro apps for a while, but now it has taken a bigger step by bundling them together for both Mac and iPad users. In a move similar to Adobe’s approach, Apple has introduced a new all-in-one package called Apple Creator Studio.
- What’s Included in Apple Creator Studio
- Free Trials and Big Discounts for Students
- Family Sharing Makes It Even More Flexible
- Premium Versions of Apple’s Productivity Apps
- One-Time Purchases Are Still Available
- Apple Keeps Its Promise to Pro Users
- Apple Creator Studio apps:
- Upgraded Versions of Apple’s Standard Apps
The bundle is priced at $12.99 per month or $129 per year, making it a competitive option for creators who use multiple Apple Pro apps.
What’s Included in Apple Creator Studio
Apple Creator Studio brings together three major creative tools. These include Final Cut Pro for video editing, Logic Pro for music production, and Pixelmator Pro, the image editing app Apple recently acquired.
In addition to these core apps, the bundle also includes Motion for graphics, MainStage for live performances, and Compressor for video encoding. Together, these apps cover a wide range of professional creative needs, from video and music to graphics and performance.
Free Trials and Big Discounts for Students
Apple is offering a one-month free trial so users can test the bundle before committing. Those who purchase a new Mac or iPad will get three months of Apple Creator Studio at no extra cost.
Students and teachers get an even better deal. They can access the entire bundle for just $2.99 per month or $29.99 per year, making it one of the most affordable professional creative subscriptions available.
Family Sharing Makes It Even More Flexible
Apple has also made the bundle easy to share. Up to six family members can access all the apps and content included in Apple Creator Studio using Apple Family Sharing. This makes it especially useful for households with multiple creators or learners.
Premium Versions of Apple’s Productivity Apps
The subscription doesn’t stop with Pro creative tools. Apple has also included premium versions of its standard productivity apps like Keynote, Pages, and Numbers. While these apps remain free for everyone, the versions inside the Creator Studio bundle come with new AI-powered features. Freeform is expected to receive similar upgrades later.
Because these premium versions have the same names as the free apps, some users may find it confusing that apps they already have installed are now part of a paid subscription.
One-Time Purchases Are Still Available
Apple has clarified that users are not forced into subscribing. One-time purchase options are still available on the Mac App Store for all the Pro apps. Final Cut Pro costs $299.99, Logic Pro is priced at $199.99, Pixelmator Pro at $49.99, Motion and Compressor at $49.99 each, and MainStage at $29.99.
This ensures that users who prefer owning their software outright still have that choice.
Apple Keeps Its Promise to Pro Users
The launch of Apple Creator Studio feels especially timely. In our earlier feature “Why 2026 will be Apple’s most crucial year ever,” we asked Apple to “Keep Pro apps alive,” particularly Pixelmator Pro. Just weeks into the new year, Apple appears to have responded.
By bundling its Pro apps, offering flexible pricing, and continuing support for one-time purchases, Apple is making a clear statement about its commitment to creators.
Apple Creator Studio apps:
1. Final Cut Pro – Designed for professional video editing, Final Cut Pro handles colour grading, audio mixing, and exporting with ease.
Platforms: Mac, iPad
2. Logic Pro – A powerful tool for music production, recording, mixing, and composition, widely used by musicians and producers.
Platforms: Mac, iPad
3. Pixelmator Pro – A versatile app for photo editing, graphic design, and image compositing, now part of Apple’s creative ecosystem.
Platforms: Mac, iPad
4. Motion – Used for motion graphics, animated titles, transitions, and visual effects, especially alongside Final Cut Pro.
Platforms: Mac
5. Compressor – Helps with video encoding, compression, and format conversion for final delivery across platforms.
Platforms: Mac
6. MainStage – Built for live performances, allowing musicians to control instruments and vocals on stage.
Platforms: Mac
Upgraded Versions of Apple’s Standard Apps
7. Keynote – Presentation software enhanced with advanced creative and premium templates.
Platforms: Mac, iPad, iPhone
8. Pages – A document creation and page layout app with premium templates for professional writing and design.
Platforms: Mac, iPad, iPhone
9. Numbers – Spreadsheet and data visualisation tool with enhanced features for better analysis and presentation.
Platforms: Mac, iPad, iPhone
10. Freeform (Coming Later) – A visual brainstorming and collaborative whiteboarding app designed for creative teamwork.
Platforms: Mac, iPad, iPhone
ALSO READ: Alibaba’s Qwen AI App Crosses 100 Million Users With Major Upgrade
