Final Draft pricing
Final Draft is a paid product. Desktop price: $249.99 one-time (Final Draft 13). Free trial: 5 days (Final Draft Suite).
PaidPrices last checked Nov 1, 2026
Final Draft plans and prices
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Final Draft pricing facts
3 of 3 verified- Free trial
- 5 days (Final Draft Suite)
- Checked Nov 1, 2026finaldraft.com(opens source in a new tab)
- “Try Suite FREE for 5 Days Final Draft 13 Best for personal, desktop application use.”
- Desktop price
- $249.99 one-time (Final Draft 13)
- Checked Nov 1, 2026store.finaldraft.com(opens source in a new tab)
- “Final Draft 13 USD $249.99 USD $199.99 The industry standard screenwriting software.”
- Suite subscription
- $16.99 per month
- Checked Nov 1, 2026store.finaldraft.com(opens source in a new tab)
- “Monthly Plan USD $16.99 /month”
Final Draft alternatives by price
Starting prices from each app's own site, ranked by our alternatives score.
| App | Pricing | Price | Free plan |
|---|---|---|---|
 Story Architect (STARC) | Free plan + paid | $150 one-time | Yes, unlimited projects |
 Trelby | Open source | — | — |
Final Draft pricing: common questions
Is Final Draft free?
No, Final Draft is a paid product. It offers a free trial: 5 days (Final Draft Suite).
How much does Final Draft cost?
Desktop price: $249.99 one-time (Final Draft 13), according to store.finaldraft.com (checked Nov 1, 2026). Prices can vary by country and billing period.
Does Final Draft have a free trial?
Yes: 5 days (Final Draft Suite).
What are free alternatives to Final Draft?
Free or freemium alternatives include Trelby and Story Architect (STARC). Open-source options: Story Architect (STARC).