I Replaced ALL my ADOBE APPS with these [free or cheaper] Alternatives!
Summary
TLDRIn this video, the creator bids farewell to Adobe apps and celebrates finding free or one-time payment alternatives. They discuss their journey from using Adobe Creative Suite for photography and graphic design to discovering more affordable options. The creator shares their experience with alternatives like Affinity Photo and Luminar Neo for photo editing, and DaVinci Resolve for video editing, praising their features and updates. They also mention the challenge of finding a free PDF editor and invite viewers to suggest one, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right tools for content creation.
Takeaways
- 😀 The speaker removed Adobe apps from their computer and is celebrating the discovery of free alternatives.
- 📸 They started with Adobe Creative Suite for photography and graphic design but found more affordable options.
- 💸 Adobe's subscription model was deemed expensive, especially for small creators and hobbyists.
- 🔗 Adobe's ecosystem was criticized for potentially trapping users with changing terms and conditions.
- 🚫 The speaker felt 'slimy' about Adobe's practices, such as early cancellation fees and limitations on file editing post-cancellation.
- 🖼️ For photo editing, alternatives like [__], Luminar Neo, and Affinity Photo were tried, with the latter being a strong Photoshop replacement.
- 🎨 Affinity Photo was favored for its one-time payment and additional design programs, making it a comprehensive suite for content creators.
- 🎵 Audio sponsorship from Epidemic Sound was mentioned, offering a one-time payment option for music and sound effects.
- 🎞️ For video editing, DaVinci Resolve was recommended as a free alternative to Adobe Premiere Pro, with a rich feature set even in its free version.
- 🔄 The speaker is still seeking a free tool for basic PDF editing and compression, as they were previously using Adobe Acrobat for this purpose.
Q & A
Why did the speaker decide to remove Adobe apps from their computer?
-The speaker decided to remove Adobe apps due to the high cost of the subscription model, especially for small creators for whom creating is just a hobby. They also mentioned feeling trapped in Adobe's ecosystem and concerns about potential changes in terms of service.
What alternatives did the speaker find to replace Adobe Creative Suite?
-The speaker found free and one-time payment alternatives to Adobe Creative Suite, including Affinity Photo as a replacement for Photoshop, Luminar Neo, and potentially Darktable as a Lightroom alternative. They also mentioned using DaVinci Resolve as an alternative to Adobe Premiere Pro.
Why did the speaker prefer Affinity Photo over other photo editing alternatives?
-The speaker preferred Affinity Photo because it feels like a more complete replacement for Photoshop, allowing them to edit photos and thumbnails seamlessly. They also appreciated that it's a one-time payment that includes updates and that the company offers alternatives to Illustrator and InDesign.
What is the speaker's opinion on Adobe's subscription model?
-The speaker finds Adobe's subscription model to be expensive, especially for small creators and hobbyists. They also express concerns about being locked into the ecosystem and potential changes in terms of service that could affect their ability to use the software.
How does the speaker feel about the performance of Adobe Premiere Pro?
-The speaker did not specifically comment on the performance of Adobe Premiere Pro, but they did mention that it did not run well on their computer five years ago when they first installed it.
What is the speaker's view on the cost of Adobe's subscription model for small creators?
-The speaker believes that Adobe's subscription model is quite expensive for small creators, particularly if creating content is just a hobby for them.
What is the speaker's recommendation for a free alternative to Adobe Photoshop?
-The speaker recommends trying [__] as a free alternative for beginners or those who do not require advanced photo editing tools. They also suggest Luminar Neo and Affinity Photo as more advanced alternatives.
What does the speaker think about the free online PDF editor mentioned in the script?
-The speaker is skeptical about the free online PDF editor mentioned in the script, as they found it to be free only if one is already paying for an Adobe plan.
What is the speaker's opinion on the value of the free version of DaVinci Resolve?
-The speaker is very positive about the free version of DaVinci Resolve, stating that it is packed with features and offers professional tools at no cost, which is 'ridiculous' in a good way.
What is the speaker's advice for those who are happy with Adobe apps?
-The speaker advises that if one is happy with Adobe apps and finds them useful for their creation process, they should continue using them, as the results of one's creations are more important than the tools used.
What is the speaker looking for as an alternative to Adobe Acrobat for PDF editing and compression?
-The speaker is looking for a tool to edit and compress PDFs, similar to what they were doing with Adobe Acrobat, but without the need for advanced or costly features.
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