# Which plan is right for your project?

> Discover which PandaSuite plan to choose based on your project and budget: Editor, Publishing, monthly or annual subscription, or one-time payment.

https://docs.pandasuite.com/account/subscription/which-plan-for-your-project/

**PandaSuite offers several plans to suit different types of interactive projects, whether for personal, professional, or institutional use.**

This article helps you choose the best plan based on your needs and understand PandaSuite's pricing.

📌 In short:

- **Editor** plans allow you to create and test your projects with PandaSuite branding.
- **Publishing** plans are required to publish and export your applications under a white-label format.
- You can adjust your subscription at any time.

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> 💡 Check the [Pricing page](https://pandasuite.com/pricing/) for more details.

## Understanding the difference between Editor and Publishing

### 🐼 Editor: create and test your projects

**Editor** plans allow you to design interactive projects in [PandaSuite Studio](https://docs.pandasuite.com/getting-started/the-interface-of-pandasuite-studio/), add content and animations, and test them in real conditions.

- **Free account**: **Free access** to explore PandaSuite Studio and create a single project without publishing. You can share it via a shareable link (PandaSuite branding).
- **[Pro account](https://docs.pandasuite.com/account/subscription/pro-account/)**: Unlimited projects, advanced features, and access to custom fonts.

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> 📌 Discover [all editor features](https://pandasuite.com/features/).

### 🚀 publishing: publish and share your creations

Once your project is ready, you need to choose a **Publishing** plan based on the platform and desired access method.

- **[Web plan](https://docs.pandasuite.com/account/subscription/the-web-plan/)**: Publish your project as a [web app](https://docs.pandasuite.com/essentials/web-publishing/publish-to-the-web/) or as a [web package export](https://docs.pandasuite.com/essentials/web-publishing/export-a-zip-file/).
- **[Single plan](https://docs.pandasuite.com/account/subscription/the-single-plan/)**: Export and distribute a mobile app for [iOS](https://docs.pandasuite.com/essentials/mobile-publishing/ios/export-an-ipa-file/) or [Android](https://docs.pandasuite.com/essentials/mobile-publishing/android/export-an-apk-or-aab-file/), or a desktop app for [Windows](https://docs.pandasuite.com/essentials/desktop-publishing/export-an-exe-file/), [macOS](https://docs.pandasuite.com/essentials/desktop-publishing/export-a-dmg-file/), or [Linux](https://docs.pandasuite.com/essentials/desktop-publishing/export-a-linux-package/).
- **[Multi plan](https://docs.pandasuite.com/account/subscription/the-multi-plan/)**: Bring up to 5 projects together in one app ([content hub](https://docs.pandasuite.com/essentials/content-management/content-hub/)), as a web app on every device and a native app on phones, tablets, and computers.
- **[Full plan](https://docs.pandasuite.com/account/subscription/the-full-plan/)**: Bring up to 12 projects together in one app ([content hub](https://docs.pandasuite.com/essentials/content-management/content-hub/)), as a web app on every device and a native app on phones, tablets, and computers.
- **[Ultra plan](https://docs.pandasuite.com/account/subscription/the-ultra-plan/)**: Bring up to 50 projects together in one app ([content hub](https://docs.pandasuite.com/essentials/content-management/content-hub/)), as a web app on every device and a native app on phones, tablets, and computers.

## Monthly, annual subscription, and one-time payment: what’s the difference?

PandaSuite offers multiple billing options based on your needs and budget. Here are the key differences:

### Monthly subscription

- Payment every month, no commitment.
- Ideal for one-time projects or testing a plan before committing long-term.
- When your subscription ends, your application is no longer accessible.

Example: Web plan at €79/month, cancel anytime.

### Annual subscription

- One-time billing for 12 months.
- **Save 20%** compared to monthly payments.
- Includes file hosting, updates, and unlimited services.
- Allows **retrieval of autonomous files** such as self-hosted web packages, standalone EXE files, standalone DMG files, or standalone Linux packages.
- Ideal for regular users wanting to reduce long-term costs.

Example: Pro annual subscription at €290/year instead of €348 excl. VAT.

### One-time payment

- Available only for publishing applications.
- Pay **once**.
- No hosting, limited updates for 1 year.
- Allows **retrieval of autonomous files** such as self-hosted web packages, standalone EXE files, standalone DMG files, or standalone Linux packages.
- Ideal for projects requiring publication without recurring fees.

Example: €990 one-time payment for an iOS/Android mobile application (lifetime license).

## Which plan for your project?

### Case 1: you want to test and experiment without publishing

🔹 Recommended plan: **Free account**

🔹 Why?

- Access to key creation features in PandaSuite Studio.
- No financial commitment.
- Perfect for exploring PandaSuite’s possibilities.

### Case 2: you are creating a prototype

🔹 Recommended plan: **Pro account**

🔹 Why?

- Create multiple projects for testing or team collaboration.
- Design and test user experience without mobile or desktop publishing.
- Your project is accessible [via a shareable link](https://docs.pandasuite.com/essentials/project-management/sharing-link/). You can share it with clients or teams.

### Case 3: you are creating a mobile app (iOS / Android) for the app store and Google Play

🔹 Recommended plan: **Single plan**

🔹 Why?

- The single plan is suitable for exporting a single mobile application.
- Compatible with push notifications and app store publishing.

### Case 4: you are developing an interactive display for a touchscreen kiosk (event, showroom, museum)

🔹 Recommended plan: **Pro + Single (annual or one-time payment)**

🔹 Why?

- **Pro account** offers more flexibility for testing and creation.
- **Single plan** allows exporting as **EXE** (**Windows kiosk / PC**), **DMG** (**macOS kiosk / Mac**), **Linux package** (**Linux kiosk / computer**), **APK / AAB** (**Android kiosk / tablet**), or **IPA** (**iPad / iPhone on iOS**) depending on the target device.
- Annual billing or one-time payment ensures an autonomous app even after the subscription ends, accessible offline.

### Case 5: your app runs on mobile and desktop, or brings several projects together

🔹 Recommended plan: **Pro + Multi**

🔹 Why?

- Ideal for a native app on both mobile and desktop, or for bringing several projects together in one app.
- Allows centralized content management.
- Need a larger catalog in a single hub? Scale up to the **Full** plan (up to 12 projects) or the **Ultra** plan (up to 50 projects).

### Case 6: you are creating an e-learning or interactive presentation

🔹 Recommended plan: **Pro and/or Web (annual or one-time payment)**

🔹 Why?

- The Pro account lets you share your project by link (PandaSuite branding) to test it and get it approved.
- To put it in your learners' hands, opt for the **Web plan** (annual or one-time payment): web app, autonomous hosting, or LMS integration.
- To bring several projects together in one app, opt for the **Multi, Full, or Ultra plan**.

### Case 7: you are developing a project for an association or school

🔹 Recommended plan: **Pro + Single with our special discounts (-50%)**

🔹 Why?

- We offer a **50% discount** for these projects.

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> 📌 Learn more: [Discounts for non-profits](https://docs.pandasuite.com/account/subscription/discounts-for-non-profits/) and [Educational discounts for students and teachers](https://docs.pandasuite.com/account/subscription/educational-discounts-for-students-and-teachers/)

Still unsure? Try PandaSuite for free or [contact our team](https://pandasuite.com/contact/) to get advice on the best plan for your project!