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Print Artist Platinum 27 vs RagTime
Both stand on desktop publishing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid MacWindows
Print Artist Platinum 27 offers a broad set of templates, graphics, and output options for print projects. Check the Windows requirements and the listed non-refundable download terms before choosing that plan.
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RagTime brings layout, data, and office tools into one frame-based workspace. Its database links and broad format support are useful, but the trial becomes read-only for saving and licenses require a purchase.
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| Print Artist Platinum 27 | RagTime | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Print Artist Platinum 27 - Windows: $74.99, paid once | RagTime 7.5 S Full single-user version: €1,099, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | novadevelopment.com | ragtime.de |
| On desktop publishing software | #24 of 30 | #20 of 30 |
Print Artist Platinum 27: what it does well
- Includes 28,000+ templates and 377,000+ graphics.
- AI image generation works from text descriptions.
- Supports legacy Print Artist project formats.
- Exports to JPEG, PDF, animated GIF, and MP4.
- Lists 24/7 support by live chat, email, and phone.
What to know first
- Windows requirements include Windows 10 or 11 and internet access.
- The listed Windows download is non-returnable and non-refundable.
- The Windows plan is listed at $74.99, paid once.
RagTime: what it does well
- Combines word processing, spreadsheets, images, and graphs
- Frames can rotate, scale, and skew
- About 400 spreadsheet functions included
- ODBC and FileMaker Pro connections available
- Exports HTML and PDF
What to know first
- No free plan
- Saving requires purchase after 30-day trial
- Paid licenses are one-time purchases
- Single-user license allows one computer at a time
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