Photoshop files are also very large, and the programs numerous special functions add to the high demands that the software places on hardware. Similarly, the fact that Photoshop is designed for professional use and can be difficult to get to grips with is a deterrent for many beginners. And the stress of integrating Photoshop into the Creative Cloud, as well as the associated subscription costs for software usage, can be enough to put off many private users.
But when you consider that there are a number of free-to-use photo editing programs, Photoshop is undoubtedly expensive. Adobe has kept the price for its suite pretty consistent over the years, while offering more limited packages at cheaper prices to attract non-professional users to its photo editing software. Although there are few programs that can get close to the quality that Adobe Photoshop offers, the price of the software often comes into discussion.
