There’s a way to get Microsoft apps without a Microsoft subscription

TL;DR: Get a lifetime license for Microsoft Office Pro and Windows 11 Pro for only $54.97.

The apps you get from a Microsoft 365 subscription are essential, but by nature, you’re never done paying for software subscriptions. There’s never a point where you just own the apps. It’s like paying rent, but the thing you’re renting is basic productivity. If you want a more permanent answer, there are still a few Microsoft Office lifetime licenses available, and this one even comes with Windows 11 Pro, all for $54.97 (reg. $438).

The Microsoft Office license comes with

Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Outlook
Teams
OneNote
Publisher
Access

You can install each of these apps on one computer once, so don’t put them on a beater PC you’re about to throw out. There are no recurring costs of any kind.

This is a good time to get Windows 11 Pro because Microsoft is going to phase out Windows 10 soon. 11 Pro also has some impressive tools for productivity, advanced security, and a sleek interface.

It comes with tools like snap layouts, virtual desktops, and enhanced search, along with professional features such as Azure AD and BitLocker encryption. Copilot, Windows 11’s AI assistant, also means you can get quick answers to questions to generate content.

Through March 30 at 11:59 p.m. PT, it’s only $54.97 to get Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro for life.