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Adobe Express vs Things

Adobe Express and Things are both Productivity tools in our directory. This side-by-side comparison covers pricing, user ratings, supported platforms, key features and open-source status so you can decide which one fits your needs.

Side-by-side comparison

AttributeAdobe ExpressThings
VendorAdobeCultured Code
Rating★ 4.5★ 4.8
PricingFreemiumPaid
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, DesktopmacOS, iOS, watchOS
Key featuresFirefly generation in quick layouts, Brand kits and resize, Creative Cloud library hooksToday / Upcoming, Apple-native, No AI religion
HeadquartersSan Jose, USAStuttgart, Germany
Founded20212009
Open sourceNoNo

Key differences

  • Things has a higher user rating (4.8★ vs 4.5★).
  • Adobe Express is Freemium, while Things is Paid.
  • Adobe Express runs on Web, Mobile, Desktop; Things runs on macOS, iOS, watchOS.

Frequently asked questions

Is Adobe Express or Things better?

By user rating, Things scores higher (4.8★ vs 4.5★). Both are capable Productivity tools, so review the feature comparison for your use case.

Which is cheaper, Adobe Express or Things?

Adobe Express is Freemium and Things is Paid. Check each product page for current plan details.

Are Adobe Express and Things open source?

No — neither Adobe Express nor Things is open source.

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