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Paid plans start at $265.83/mo.
Creo starts at $265.83 per user per month, equivalent to $3,190 per user per year for Creo Design Essentials. The subscription is annual; monthly prices are not published. Higher listed tiers reach $2,450 per user per month, also on annual pricing. Reseller prices vary by license type, and the pricing information lists no free plan. PTC’s homepage describes product-development solutions but does not identify Creo or confirm which capabilities belong to it.
01Every plan, line by line
| Plan | Billed annually | Billed monthly | Built for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creo Design Essentials | $265.83 | — | Individuals and small design teams |
| Creo Design Advanced | $733.33 | — | Teams needing advanced design tools |
| Creo Design Advanced Professional | $1,283.33 | — | Teams needing professional design tools |
| Creo Design Engineering | $1,775 | — | Engineering teams needing premium tools |
| Creo Design Engineering Professional | $2,450 | — | Engineering teams needing the full suite |
| Creo+ Design Essentials | $366.67 | — | Teams wanting cloud-managed Creo |
Add-ons and overages
- Creo AI SaaS license: $480 per user/year for 12,000 credits
- Additional Creo AI packs: $240 per 12,000 credits
- Creo+ Simulation Live: $3,950/year list price via partners
- Extensions include Generative Design, AAX, GD&T Advisor, and Creo Simulation Live
- Overage costs are not published
What a team pays per month
| Plan | 1 seat | 5 seats | 10 seats | 25 seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creo Design Essentials | $265.83 | $1,329.15 | $2,658.30 | $6,645.75 |
| Creo Design Advanced | $733.33 | $3,666.65 | $7,333.30 | $18,333.25 |
| Creo Design Advanced Professional | $1,283.33 | $6,416.65 | $12,833.30 | $32,083.25 |
| Creo Design Engineering | $1,775 | $8,875 | $17,750 | $44,375 |
| Creo Design Engineering Professional | $2,450 | $12,250 | $24,500 | $61,250 |
| Creo+ Design Essentials | $366.67 | $1,833.35 | $3,666.70 | $9,166.75 |
02What the plan grid doesn't tell you
Annual billing only
Monthly prices are not published. The listed starting price is an annual subscription equivalent, not a published month-to-month rate.
Reseller price variation
Creo Design Essentials reseller prices range from $3,040–$3,350/year locked and $3,720–$4,100/year floating.
License type changes cost
For Creo Design Advanced, reseller prices are $8,800–$8,880/year locked or $9,790–$10,900/year floating.
Add-ons and overages
Creo AI costs $480 per user/year for 12,000 credits; extra packs cost $240 per 12,000 credits. Overages are not published.
03Which plan should you buy?
| If you are… | Get | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Individuals and small design teams | Creo Design Essentials | The listed fit is individuals and small design teams; the starting price is $3,190 per user/year. |
| Teams needing advanced tools | Creo Design Advanced | This tier is listed for teams needing advanced design tools. Locked and floating reseller prices differ. |
| Teams needing professional tools | Creo Design Advanced Professional | The listed fit is teams needing professional design tools; floating reseller prices are $15,400–$17,000/year. |
04Is Creo worth the money?
Creo is costly on the listed prices: even Design Essentials starts at $3,190 per user/year, and higher tiers reach $29,400–$32,400/year for Creo Design Engineering Professional at floating reseller rates. That may be justified for a team that needs Creo, but the published information does not establish its specific capabilities or compare it with other CAD tools. We would verify the required license type, reseller quote and add-on costs before treating the starting price as a usable budget.
Creo pricing FAQ
Can students get Creo for free?
The pricing information lists no free plan or student price. It lists a 30-day free trial, but does not specify student eligibility or whether trial access includes the same features as a paid license. Check with PTC or an authorized reseller for education-specific terms.
What products does PTC offer?
PTC’s homepage describes product-development solutions for managing product complexity, quality and collaboration. It also describes PTC Jetstream as a secure Room for sharing 2D and 3D product data. The homepage does not mention Creo, so it does not establish which of those capabilities belong to Creo.
Why is Creo better than SolidWorks?
The published information does not compare Creo with SolidWorks or establish that Creo is better. PTC’s homepage does not identify Creo or detail its capabilities. To compare them, confirm the features, license terms and total quoted costs for the specific products your team is considering.
Can I run Creo on my Mac?
Mac compatibility is not published on the vendor's site or product information. The listed license details refer to a designated computer or machine for locked licenses, but do not identify supported operating systems. Confirm current system requirements with PTC before buying.