Which Version of Office Should I Buy? (2019 vs 2021 vs 2024)

Overview
We offer several versions of Microsoft Office, and the right choice depends on your device and the version of Office you need.

Office 2024 Professional Plus for Windows
This is the latest one-time purchase version of Office for Windows and is recommended for most users.

It includes:

• Word
• Excel
• PowerPoint
• Outlook
• Access
• Publisher

Key points:

• Supports Windows 10 and Windows 11
• One-time purchase
• No subscription required

Office 2021 Professional Plus for Windows
Office 2021 is the previous version, but it is still a strong option and continues to receive security updates from Microsoft.

It includes:

• Word
• Excel
• PowerPoint
• Outlook
• Access
• Publisher

Key points:

• Supports Windows 10 and Windows 11
• One-time purchase
• No subscription required
• Often a good choice if you want a lower-cost option

Office 2019 for Windows and Mac
Office 2019 is an older version, but it remains suitable for many users, especially those with older systems.

It includes:

• Word
• Excel
• PowerPoint
• Outlook

Key points:

• Available for Windows and Mac
• A good option for older computers
• Suitable for some older macOS versions, including Big Sur

Office for Mac
Mac versions are sold separately and are available in Home & Business editions.

Available options include:

• Office 2024 Home & Business for Mac — the latest version and the best choice for most Mac users
• Office 2021 Home & Business for Mac — a previous version that is still supported
• Office 2019 Home & Business for Mac — a suitable option for older macOS versions

These Mac editions typically include:

• Word
• Excel
• PowerPoint
• Outlook

Do You Need Microsoft 365?
We sell one-time purchase versions of Microsoft Office, not Microsoft 365 subscriptions. Our licences do not expire and there is no monthly or yearly payment.

If you only need the main Office applications and do not require subscription features such as ongoing feature upgrades, a one-time purchase is often the better value.

Not Sure Which Version to Choose?
If you are unsure which Office version is right for your system, please contact our support team through the helpdesk and include your device type and operating system version. We will then recommend the best option for your setup.