Home & Student
Students & families
From $149
WordExcelPowerPointOneNote
Comparison Guide
Office 2019 Editions Comparison
Discover the differences between Home & Student, Home & Business, Professional, and Professional Plus. Find the perfect edition for your needs.
Editions Overview
Home & Business
Small businesses
From $249
WordExcelPowerPointOneNoteOutlook
Popular
Professional
Professionals
From $439
WordExcelPowerPointOneNoteOutlookPublisherAccess
Professional Plus
Enterprises & organizations
Volume licensing
WordExcelPowerPointOneNoteOutlookPublisherAccessSkype for Business
Detailed Feature Comparison
| Feature | Home &Student | Home &Business | Professional | ProfessionalPlus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Applications | ||||
| Microsoft Word | ||||
| Microsoft Excel | ||||
| Microsoft PowerPoint | ||||
| Microsoft OneNote | ||||
| Additional Applications | ||||
| Microsoft Outlook | ||||
| Microsoft Publisher | ||||
| Microsoft Access | ||||
| Skype for Business | ||||
| Licensing & Usage | ||||
| Commercial use allowed | ||||
| Perpetual license | ||||
| Transferable to another PC | ||||
| Volume licensing available | ||||
| Advanced Features | ||||
| Data analysis tools | ||||
| PowerPoint Designer | ||||
| Database management | ||||
| Professional publishing | ||||
| Group policies | ||||
Which Edition is Best For You?
Students & Personal Use
Recommended: Home & Student
- Ideal for school and university assignments
- Most affordable price
- Includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote
- Perfect for non-commercial home use
Freelancers & Small Business
Recommended: Home & Business
- Includes Outlook for professional email
- Licensed for commercial use
- Good value for money
- Ideal for independent professionals
Professionals & SMBs
Recommended: Professional
- Complete suite with Access and Publisher
- Database management included
- Marketing materials creation
- All tools for business productivity
Enterprises & Organizations
Recommended: Professional Plus
- Volume licensing for multiple users
- Skype for Business included
- Centralized management with group policies
- Priority enterprise support
Key Differences Between Editions
Included Applications
All editions include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote. The difference lies in Outlook (from Home & Business), Access and Publisher (Professional and Professional Plus only), and Skype for Business (Professional Plus only).
Commercial Use
Home & Student only allows personal and educational use. To use Office 2019 in a business environment or for commercial purposes, you need Home & Business, Professional, or Professional Plus.
License Model
Home & Student, Home & Business, and Professional are retail licenses (1 PC, transferable). Professional Plus is only available through volume licensing for organizations, with different transfer terms.
Price and Value
The price increases with each edition, but so does the value. Home & Student offers essential applications at the best price. Professional offers the complete suite for individual users who need all the tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between Office 2019 Home & Student and Home & Business?
The main difference is that Home & Business includes Microsoft Outlook for email and calendar management, plus it allows commercial use. Home & Student only permits personal use and doesn't include Outlook.
Does Office 2019 Professional include Access and Publisher?
Yes, Office 2019 Professional includes all applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, Access, and Publisher. It's the most complete edition for individual users.
Can I use Office 2019 Home & Student for my business?
No, the Home & Student license doesn't allow commercial use. For business use, you need Office 2019 Home & Business, Professional, or Professional Plus.
Which Office 2019 edition is best for college students?
For students, Office 2019 Home & Student is the best choice. It includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote, which are essential applications for academic work, and has the most accessible price.
Is Office 2019 Professional Plus available for individual purchase?
No, Professional Plus is only available through volume licensing for organizations, educational institutions, and businesses. Individual users can purchase Office 2019 Professional as an alternative.
How many devices can I install Office 2019 on for each edition?
Home & Student, Home & Business, and Professional editions allow installation on 1 PC or Mac. Professional Plus, being a volume license, allows installations on multiple devices according to the license agreement.
Are all Office 2019 editions one-time purchases?
Yes, all Office 2019 editions are one-time purchases (perpetual licenses). Unlike Microsoft 365, they don't require monthly or annual subscriptions.
Which edition do I need if I want to create databases?
You need Office 2019 Professional or Professional Plus, as these are the only editions that include Microsoft Access for database management.
Can I transfer my Office 2019 license to a new PC?
Yes, retail editions (Home & Student, Home & Business, Professional) are transferable. Only Professional Plus (volume) has transfer restrictions according to the license agreement.
Does Office 2019 include cloud storage?
No, no Office 2019 edition includes OneDrive storage. All editions are desktop applications without included cloud services. For cloud storage, consider Microsoft 365.