VIVA Points – Digital currency and financial services

What are VIVA Points?

VIVA Points are a digital, cashless currency that you can use to pay for real services and benefits in software products. This works within the VIVA platform and compatible third-party applications such as “Microsoft Office” (e.g. “Microsoft Word”) or “Adobe Creative Suite” (e.g. “Adobe InDesign”). This system enables additional services such as AI-supported translations, text or image editing to be billed flexibly, precisely and economically.

Payment systems based on “points”, “credits”, “coins” or “on-demand packages” are now widely used in the digital, software, media and even cultural industries (e.g. “Amazon Coins”, “Apple Credits” or “TikTok Coins”). They enable cashless, virtual payment for digital and physical services and are now also used in online stores, image databases or at major events such as concerts, festivals (e.g. “Neverland” cashless payment system) or trade fairs. Financial services such as “Viva points” have therefore no longer been the privilege of traditional banks or financial service providers for many years.

You buy the VIVA points directly from the application (e.g. VIVA, Adobe, Microsoft) or via our official sales platform at a fixed price (package price) and can then activate them in your user account. After the purchase, the credit is automatically credited to your digital VIVA account. This account is not limited to VIVA® programs, but can also be used within third-party applications such as “Microsoft Office” (e.g. “Microsoft Word”) or “Adobe Creative Suite” (e.g. “Adobe InDesign”). The credit can be used simultaneously in all applications (e.g. VIVA, Adobe, Microsoft).

The VIVA® account thus functions as a central wallet for your points, which you can use to pay for a wide range of digital services – both in the VIVA® product world (e.g. VivaDesigner, VivaCloud, VivaKI) and in integrated third-party platforms.

Examples of affordable services are

    • the fully automatic translation of texts,
    • AI-based removal of image backgrounds,
    • the AI-based creation, editing and checking of texts
    • and future additional functions in external software products.

Your VIVA points account can be topped up flexibly at any time with additional purchases.
The VIVA points system fulfills all the characteristics of a modern digital payment system: points are acquired in exchange for legal tender, the balance is displayed in real time, transactions can be tracked at any time and billing is accurate to the point for each service.
VIVA points are therefore not merely additional technical functions, but a system clearly designed as a financial service. The entire process – from booking to billing – works like established systems such as “Amazon Coins”, “Apple Credits” or “TikTok Coins”.

Important: VIVA points are expressly not bonus points, reward points or playful gamification elements. They are used exclusively for the economic settlement of real, chargeable services and are therefore a virtual currency and financial service. The advantage of VIVA points is that you do not have to place an order for every small job (e.g. the translation of 100 lines of text into another language). This makes the work of company employees in particular much easier. With conventional license and payment systems, the employee would have to make a purchase for each order and follow the prescribed process. In addition, they may have to purchase services that they cannot fully utilize. This applies, for example, to the cropping of images or the fully automated translation of texts. With VIVA points, the end customer is considerably more flexible – and saves time and therefore money. VIVA Points therefore offer a secure, ready-to-use and scalable solution for paying for digital services – both within the VIVA world and beyond.
In this section, we explain how you can use, acquire and manage VIVA points.

Possible uses of VIVA Points

VIVA points can be used flexibly in various software environments to activate additional functions, in particular AI-supported services. They can be used across platforms – within the VIVA programs (e.g. VivaDesigner, VivaCloud), but also in Microsoft Office (e.g. Word) and Adobe InDesign.
Many of these functions are based on “artificial intelligence” (AI) and require computing power, which is billed on a usage basis via VIVA points. As soon as the free quota is used up, individual functions are billed transparently and in a user-friendly manner.
Here are some examples of areas of application:

AI-supported text functions

AI-supported text functions make it possible to analyze existing texts and extract specific information from them – for example, by creating summaries or generating questions about the content. In addition, completely new texts can be generated automatically based on free topics.

Function VIVA
Programs
Microsoft
Word*
Adobe
InDesign*
Create articles automatically Yes Yes Yes
Generate headings Yes Yes Yes
Extract keywords Yes Yes Yes
Rewriting texts Yes Yes Yes
Summarize contents Yes Yes Yes
Content-related problem analysis Yes Yes Yes
Automatic question and answer systems Yes Yes Yes
Extract data and information Yes Yes Yes
Automatic translations Yes Yes Yes

* The modules for “Microsoft Word” and “Adobe InDesign” will be available from Q3/2025, Q4/2025 at the latest via the respective Microsoft/Adobe app store and/or via our website.

Further modules for “Google Docs” are planned (Q2/2026).

The illustration shows an example of AI-supported text functions in VivaDesigner that are billed with Viva points: Please refer to the section Working with VIVA AI.

InDesign with VIVA AI Module

The illustration shows an example of AI-supported text functions in Adobe InDesign that are billed with Viva points: You need the VIVA AI module for these functions (available from Q3/2025 or Q4/2025).

The illustration shows an example of AI-supported text functions in Adobe InDesign that are billed with Viva points: You need the VIVA AI module for these functions (available from Q3/2025 or Q4/2025).

AI-supported image-text functions

AI-supported image-text functions enable the analysis of images and the targeted extraction of relevant information – for example, by automatically creating headings and image descriptions, which are particularly important for accessible documents.

Function VIVA
Programs
Microsoft
Word*
Adobe
InDesign*
Generate image captions Yes Yes Yes
Automatically describe images Yes Yes Yes

* The modules for “Microsoft Word” and “Adobe InDesign” will be available from Q3/2025, Q4/2025 at the latest, via the respective Microsoft/Adobe Appstore and/or our website.
*1 The “Adobe InDesign” modules will be available from Q1/2026, Q2/2026 at the latest via the respective Adobe Appstore and/or via our website.

Further modules for “Google Docs” are planned (Q2/2026).

AI-supported image functions

AI-supported image functions enable the analysis of images as well as targeted, automated image editing based on predefined tasks – such as removing backgrounds or individual image elements (retouching).

Function VIVA
Programs
Microsoft
Word*
Adobe
InDesign*
Remove or blur background Yes Yes Yes
Improve image resolution (“upscaling”) Yes Yes Yes
Remove text from images Yes Yes Yes
Delete image areas (“inpainting”) Yes Yes Yes
New picture elements (inpainting per text input) Yes Yes Yes
Extending the image area (“outpainting”) Yes Yes Yes

* The “Adobe InDesign” modules will be available from Q1/2026, Q2/2026 at the latest via the respective Adobe Appstore and/or via our website.

AI-supported text-to-speech functions

AI-supported text-to-speech functions automatically convert selected texts into spoken language.

 

Function VIVA
Programs
Microsoft
Word*
Adobe
InDesign*
Convert multilingual text into speech Yes No Yes

* The “Adobe InDesign” modules will be available from Q1/2026, Q2/2026 at the latest via the respective Adobe Appstore and/or via our website.

Further modules (e.g. for “Google Docs”) are being planned (Q2/2026).

The services listed in this table are activated directly from the software and billed via the integrated VIVA points system.

Integrated payment and billing functions

The VIVA programs and the VIVA modules for third-party applications such as Microsoft Word or Adobe InDesign have a fully integrated in-app payment solution (“payment software”). Additional functions such as AI services, export options or image processing can be paid for and activated directly within the respective software – without any detours via external payment pages or plugins. The entire process – from the crediting of VIVA points to transaction processing and point-based billing – is automated and takes place in real time. Each transaction receives a unique transaction ID and is fully documented in the system. VIVA therefore meets all the requirements that are usually placed on banking, payment or online payment software and has its own wallet logic with account and budget management.

Buy VIVA Points

Purchase of VIVA Points

You can buy VIVA points either directly within your application (VIVA, Microsoft, Adobe etc.) or via our website.

    1. In-app purchase
      In every dialog that requires VIVA points, a direct purchase option is offered next to the account balance. Click on the “Buy VIVA points” option. A browser window with an online store will then open automatically. In the online store, select how many points you would like to buy and follow the instructions in the store.
    2. Website
      You can also buy VIVA points directly via the VIVA website or via our sales partners.

Enter the credit codes after purchase

After purchasing VIVA points, you will receive an individual credit code by e-mail. To assign this to the corresponding user account, enter the code directly in your application. The account balance is then increased in real time.
This process is functionally similar to a cash deposit or transfer to a traditional bank account – with the difference that the credit is issued in the form of VIVA points. The redeemed amount is immediately available to you and can be used for all supported functions.

Input in VIVA programs

    1. Choose Help > Update License.
    2. Choose License Code and then Continue.
    3. Copy the license code from the e-mail into the entry field and follow the instructions.

Input in Adobe programs

    1. Choose Settings in the VIVA AI palette.
    2. Copy the license code from the e-mail into the input field and follow the instructions.

Input in Microsoft programs

    1. Choose Settings in the VIVA AI palette.
    2. Copy the license code from the e-mail into the entry field and follow the instructions.

Account balances

There are several options for displaying and managing account balances:

    1. Integrated display in dialog
      In every dialog that requires VIVA points (e.g. for AI functions or additional services), the current account balance is displayed in real time. When used by several users – e.g. as part of a multi-user licence – automatic synchronization takes place so that the total amount currently available is always displayed.
    2. Billing overview
      Using the account overview in the program (Viva programs only) or via the store (for all programs), you can get a detailed overview of your account balance and transactions. The displayed account statement lists all transactions in chronological order – including the date, the action carried out and the points charged for it (“Debit” column). As with a traditional bank account, credit notes are also documented (“Credit” column), for example if a function was not successfully completed for technical reasons but costs were still charged.

Billing overview in VIVA programs

    1. Choose Help > Billing (VIVA Points) to call up the account balance in a VIVA program. Each transaction is assigned a unique Transaction ID, which can be used to trace the respective process exactly.

      The transaction ID is functionally comparable to the transaction number (TAN) or the booking reference / transaction number for a bank transfer.
    2. Optionally, choose Buy VIVA Points to buy more points.

Billing overview in the VIVA Shop

In addition to the display in the program, users of VIVA applications can also view a detailed billing overview via the VIVA Shop. For users of Adobe or Microsoft products, this online view is currently the only option for viewing.

Important: The billing overview in the VIVA store is only available if the VIVA points were purchased directly from VIVA and you have been granted access by VIVA. If you have purchased your points through an authorized partner or retailer, please contact them for information on the available billing options.

    1. Alternatively, log in to the store with your access data.
    2. Choose My Account.
    3. Choose VIVA Points.
    4. Choose Transaction History.

Cost Management

Cost overview

In some dialogs (e.g. translation), the estimated costs for this option are displayed. This means you have full cost control.

With this option, the program displays the cost of 75 VIVA points and the conversion rate (1 VIVA point = 200 characters).

Cost Management in your company

If you want to use VIVA points in a company, it is advisable to control access and use of the points in a targeted manner. In principle, you can pass on the central license code to all employees – however, it should be noted that the costs are difficult to calculate in this case, as all users have unlimited access to point-based functions.
This is especially true if you want to involve external service providers, agencies or project partners, who you also give access to VIVA points.
To optimize cost control and user management, the VIVA Shop provides you with so-called Transaction Tokens. These work in a similar way to sub-accounts in a banking system: they allow you to divide up the main balance and define individual usage limits.
An example: You have a total quota of 1,000 VIVA points, but only want to make 50 points available to an employee or service provider. Instead of passing on the central license code, you simply generate an individual transaction token that is limited to 50 VIVA points, for example – optionally also limited in time (e.g. to one week or one month).
This ensures that your credit is only accessed in a controlled manner and that there is no unforeseeable consumption of points by third parties.

Transaction Tokens

Create/manage Transaction Tokens

Transaction Tokens are used to control costs. You can create and manage Transaction Tokens in the VIVA Shop as you wish.

The illustration shows four Transaction Tokens, their creation date, expiration date and activation status. The tokens have been made unrecognizable for security reasons.

    1. Alternatively, log in to the store with your access data.
    2. Choose My Account.
    3. Choose VIVA Points.
    4. Choose Transaction Tokens.
    5. Optionally, enter an Expiration Date for the token.
    6. Optionally, enter the Maximum number of VIVA Points for the token.
      Choose Generate Token.
    7. Click on the green icon to deactivate the token or on the gray icon to activate the token.
    8. Click on the icon with the trash can to delete the token.
    9. Deleted or deactivated transaction tokens block the function for the user.

Entering the Transaction Token

Input in VIVA programs

    1. Choose “Help > Billing (VIVA Points)”.
    2. Copy the license code from the e-mail into the Transaction Token entry field and follow the instructions.

Input in Adobe programs

    1. Choose “Settings” in the VIVA AI palette.
    2. Copy the license code from the e-mail into the input field and follow the instructions.

Input in Microsoft programs

    1. Choose “Settings” in the VIVA AI palette.
    2. Copy the license code from the e-mail into the entry field and follow the instructions.

 

Best layout program 2024

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We have been setting standards in layout and design with VivaDesigner for over 30 years. But how does VivaDesigner compare to other layout programs? How should you compare these programs with each other? For generations, journalists and comparison portals have been comparing VivaDesigner with other programs. But how objective are these comparisons?

We asked the AI software from OpenAI to compare VivaDesigner with other programs and to name the evaluation criteria.

Our question was:

If you were to give the programs “VivaDesigner”, “InDesign”, “Quark XPress”, “Scribus”, “Affinity Publisher”, Xara Page & Layout” and “Microsoft Publisher” a maximum of 100 points, how many points would you give each of these programs. Also state the data on which your rating is based.

The AI answered as follows:

To create a fair and up-to-date rating for VivaDesigner, “InDesign”, “Quark XPress”, “Scribus”, “Affinity Publisher”, Xara Page & Layout Designer” and “Microsoft Publisher”, I look at various criteria such as ease of use, feature set, value for money, platform availability and collaboration options. Here are the scores and the underlying data:

Evaluation criteria and point distribution:

    1. Ease of use (max. 20 points)
    2. Range of functions (max. 20 points)
    3. Price-performance ratio (max. 20 points)
    4. Platform availability (max. 20 points)
    5. Collaboration options (max. 20 points)

Sources:

    1. Official websites and documentation
      User reviews and testimonials:
    2. Forums and platforms such as G2, Capterra, Trustpilot
      User reviews and testimonials on specialized design and software websites.
    3. Technical reviews and comparisons
      Technical articles and comparisons of DTP software on websites such as Creative Bloq, TechRadar, and other specialized IT and design magazines.
    4. Personal experience and expert opinions
      Assessments from designers and experts who have used both programs in practice.

*These evaluations are as of May 2024 and are based on the sources and criteria mentioned. Changes in future versions of the software could influence the ratings.

VivaDesigner

Ease of use: 19/20
Very user-friendly and easy to learn, especially for beginners.
Range of functions: 17/20
Professional tools available, but not as extensive as some specialized programs.
Price-performance ratio: 20/20
More flexible licensing options, including a free version and a one-time license.
Platform availability: 20/20
Available for Windows, macOS, Linux and Web.
Collaboration capabilities: 17/20
Good real-time collaboration features, ideal for team projects.

Overall score: 93/100

VivaDesigner impresses with its cross-platform availability, flexiblelicensing options and user-friendly interface. It offers solid collaborative features and is particularly attractive for users looking for a cost-effective and flexible solution.

Adobe InDesign

Ease of use: 18/20
Intuitive user interface, but complex features may require a steeper learning curve.
Range of functions: 20/20
Extensive professional tools and integrations, ideal for high-end publishing.
Price-performance ratio: 15/20
High price due to subscription model, but extensive features and regular updates.
Platform availability: 15/20
Available for Windows and macOS, but not for Linux.
Collaboration options: 18/20
Good real-time collaboration features via Adobe Creative Cloud.

Overall score: 86/100

Adobe InDesign scores highly for its comprehensive feature set and tight integration with other Adobe tools, making it the first choice for high-end publishing projects. However, the high cost and exclusive availability in the subscription model as well as limited platform availability can be disadvantages.

Affinity Publisher

Ease of use: 18/20
Intuitive user interface, but some advanced features require a learning curve.
Range of functions: 19/20
Extensive professional tools that cover almost all desktop publishing requirements.
Price-performance ratio: 19/20
One-time license fee, no subscriptions, which makes it cost-effective in the long term.
Platform availability: 18/20
Available for Windows and macOS, but not Linux.
Collaboration capabilities: 15/20
Collaborative features are less pronounced compared to some other programs.

Overall score: 89/100

Affinity Publisher stands out for its comprehensive feature set and excellent value for money due to the one-time license fee. However, it is not available for Linux and the collaborative features are less pronounced.

QuarkXPress

Ease of use: 18/20
Intuitive user interface, but some complex features may require a learning curve.
Range of functions: 19/20
Very comprehensive professional tools that cover almost all desktop publishing requirements.
Price-performance ratio: 16/20
Higher cost compared to other programs, but without subscription.
Platform availability: 18/20
Available for Windows and macOS, but not for Linux.
Collaboration options: 16/20
Good collaboration features, but not as advanced as some competitors.

Overall score: 87/100

QuarkXPress impresses with its extensive feature set and powerful professional tools. Ease of use and platform availability are good, but the cost is higher compared to some other programs.

Scribus

Ease of use: 16/20
Slightly higher learning curve as the user interface is less intuitive than some other programs.
Functionality: 15/20
Solid feature set, but lacks some advanced features compared to commercial programs.
Price-performance ratio: 20/20
Free and open source, making it an excellent choice for cost-conscious users.
Platform availability: 20/20
Available for Windows, macOS and Linux.
Collaboration capabilities: 15/20
Limited real-time collaboration features compared to some commercial alternatives.

Overall score: 86/100

Scribus offers unbeatable value for money as free open source software. It has a slightly higher learning curve and offers fewer advanced features and collaboration options compared to commercial programs.

Microsoft Publisher

Ease of use: 17/20
Easy and intuitive to use, especially for beginners.
Range of functions: 15/20
Solid basic features for desktop publishing, but not as comprehensive as specialized DTP programs.
Price-performance ratio: 17/20
Inexpensive as part of Microsoft 365, but no free version available.
Platform availability: 15/20
Only available for Windows, no macOS or Linux version.
Collaboration options: 15/20
Basic collaboration features through integration with Microsoft 365, but not as sophisticated as some competitors.

Overall score: 79/100

Microsoft Publisher is particularly attractive for beginners and occasional users who are integrated into the Microsoft ecosystem. It offers a simple and intuitive user interface, but the feature set is limited compared to specialized DTP programs, and it’s only available for Windows.

Canva

Ease of use: 20/20
Extremely user-friendly and intuitive, ideal for beginners and non-designers.
Range of functions: 15/20
Good basic functions for graphic design, but not as extensive for professional desktop publishing as specialized DTP programs.
Price-performance ratio: 18/20
Free version available, Pro version offers additional functions at a moderate price.
Platform availability: 20/20
Available as a web-based application and as an app for various operating systems (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android)
Collaboration capabilities: 19/20
Excellent collaboration features, including real-time editing and easy design sharing.

Overall score: 92/100

Canva impresses with its extremely user-friendly interface and excellent collaboration features. It’s ideal for simple to intermediate design projects, but doesn’t offer the same range of features as specialized DTP programs.

Xara Page & Layout Designer

Ease of use: 18/20
Easy and intuitive to use, especially for beginners and non-designers.
Range of functions: 16/20
Good basic functions for layout and design work, but not as extensive as specialized DTP programs.
Price-performance ratio: 18/20
One-time license fee, no subscriptions, which makes it cost effective.
Platform availability: 15/20
Only available for Windows, no macOS or Linux version.
Collaboration options: 15/20
Basic collaboration features, but not as advanced as some competitors.

Overall score: 82/100

Xara Page & Layout Designer is particularly attractive for beginners and occasional users looking for an intuitive and cost-effective solution. It offers a simple and intuitive user interface, but the feature set is limited compared to more specialized DTP programs, and it’s only available for Windows.

Comparison of VivaDesigner versus Canva

The following 28 most important points compare Canva and VivaDesigner:

In order to create a comprehensive comparison between “Canva” and “VivaDesigner”, we consider the aspects of features, ease of use, platforms, support, use cases, teamwork and compatibility. These aspects are based on the information obtained from the sources listed at the end of the article.

Platform Support

    • VivaDesigner offers broad platform support, including Windows, Mac and Linux, as well as a web-based version[1][3].
    • Canva is primarily a web-based application, with limited support for desktop platforms via third-party tools[1].

User friendliness

    • VivaDesigner is recommended for both professionals and beginners, thanks to its intuitive user interface and AI-based features[3].
    • Canva is known for its simple and intuitive user interface, which is particularly suitable for beginners and non-professional designers[2].

Features

    • VivaDesigner offers a high-end publishing and layout program suitable for professional design and publishing tasks[3].
    • Canva focuses more on creating graphics and less on publishing, which makes it less suitable for complex layout tasks[2].

Teamwork

    • VivaDesigner supports team collaboration through its desktop and web versions, which makes it attractive for companies and workgroups[3].
    • Canva for Teams also offers team features, but with a focus on simple graphics creation rather than large-scale publishing projects[4].

Use cases

    • VivaDesigner is particularly suitable for professional publishing tasks such as product labels, posters, signs, banners, flyers and brochures[3].
    • Canva is ideal for creating blog graphics, presentations, Facebook cover photos, flyers, posters and invitations[2].

Support and customer service

    • VivaDesigner offers direct mail or phone contact with the developers, which enables a quick implementation of suggestions for improvement[3].
    • Canva provides support mainly through online resources and community forums[2].

Compatibility and integration

    • VivaDesigner supports a variety of languages and can be integrated with other applications such as Nextcloud[3].
    • Canva offers a wide range of templates and design elements, but these are mainly used within the Canva platform[2].

    Pricing models

    • VivaDesigner offers both free and paid versions, with one-time payments for the desktop version and flexible options for commercial licenses[3].
    • Canva uses a freemium model, with a free basic version and a Pro version for advanced features[2].

Design and layout options

    • VivaDesigner offers extensive design and layout options suitable for professional publishing projects[3].
    • Canva offers a variety of design templates and elements, but may be limited for complex layouts and professional print projects[6].

Accessibility and mobility

    • VivaDesigner offers a desktop and a web version, which provides flexibility in terms of working environments[3].
    • Canva is mainly web-based, which allows access from anywhere, but requires an internet connection[2].

Customization

    • VivaDesigner allows for extensive customization and is open to suggestions for improvement from users, which are often quickly implemented[3].
    • Canva offers customization options through templates and design elements, but less flexibility in adapting to specific user needs[2].

Professional use

    • VivaDesigner is particularly suitable for professional users who plan to use the program intensively[2].
    • Canva, while suitable for a broad user base, may not offer the depth of features required for professional design projects[6].

License costs

    • VivaDesigner offers a cost-effective solution with no monthly fees, which is particularly attractive for small businesses and freelancers[3].
    • Canva offers a free version, but access to all features requires a Pro version, which incurs monthly costs[2].

Document Management

    • VivaDesigner offers innovative concepts for document management and work processes, which can improve efficiency[1].
    • Canva focuses more on the creation of individual designs and offers fewer features for comprehensive document management[2].

Offline support

    • VivaDesigner offers offline support through the desktop version, which allows you to work without a constant internet connection[1].
    • Canva is mainly an online platform, which limits its use without an internet connection[2].

Extensibility and customization

    • VivaDesigner offers a high level of extensibility and customization, which makes it suitable for specific requirements and workflows[3].
    • Canva offers a wide range of templates and design elements, but fewer options for customization for complex requirements[2].

Collaboration and sharing

    • VivaDesigner supports effective teamwork through features such as perfect InDesign import and the ability to edit documents on the desktop or on the web[3].
    • Canva for Teams also offers team features, but focuses more on design sharing than large-scale publishing projects[4].

Language support

    • VivaDesigner supports a variety of languages, making it accessible for international teams and projects[3].
    • Canva also offers support for multiple languages, but the information about the exact number of supported languages is less transparent[2].

Customer support

    • VivaDesigner offers direct contact with the developers for support requests, which enables quick and effective problem solving[3].
    • Canva provides support mainly through online resources, which means less direct interaction with the support team[2].

Price-performance ratio

    • VivaDesigner offers good value for money, especially with the one-time payment option for the desktop version[3].
    • Canva offers a freemium model, but access to all features requires a Pro version, which incurs additional costs[2].

Design flexibility

    • VivaDesigner offers extensive design and layout options that make it suitable for a variety of publishing projects[3].
    • Canva offers a wide range of templates and design elements, but less flexibility for complex layouts and professional print projects[6].

Professional publishing options

    • VivaDesigner is particularly suitable for professional publishing tasks, thanks to its extensive features and layout options[3].
    • Canva focuses more on the creation of graphics and less on extensive publishing projects[2].

Integration with other applications

    • VivaDesigner can be integrated with other applications such as Nextcloud, which improves collaboration and document management[3].
    • Canva offers integrations with different platforms, but the possibilities may be more limited compared to VivaDesigner[2].

Access control and brand control

    • VivaDesigner offers extensive options for access control and brand control, making it suitable for organizations with strict branding guidelines[3].
    • Canva for Teams also offers branding options, but VivaDesigner may offer deeper control over brand elements[4].

Customization for specific workflows

    • VivaDesigner offers a high level of customization to specific workflows and requirements, making it attractive to professional users[3].
    • Canva offers flexibility through its templates and design elements, but less customization for complex workflows[2].

License options

    • VivaDesigner offers flexible licensing options, including free, purchased or rented commercial licenses[3].
    • Canva offers a freemium model, with a free basic version and a Pro version for advanced features[2].

Document import and export

    • VivaDesigner allows you to import and export documents, including perfect InDesign import, without having to own InDesign[3].
    • Canva offers import and export functions, but possibly less extensive options for the exchange of professional design projects[2].

Customer-specific requirements

    • VivaDesigner allows you to import and export documents, including perfect InDesign import, without having to own InDesign[3].
    • Canva offers import and export functions, but possibly less extensive options for the exchange of professional design projects[2].

Comparison of VivaDesigner versus Affinity Publisher

The following 30 most important points compare Affinity Publisher and VivaDesigner:

In order to create a comprehensive comparison between “Affinity Publisher” and “VivaDesigner”, we consider the aspects of features, ease of use, platforms, support, use cases, teamwork and compatibility. These aspects are based on the information obtained from the sources listed at the end of the article.

Platform Support

      • VivaDesigner offers broad platform support, including Windows, Mac, Linux and a web-based version[1][2].
      • Affinity Publisher is mainly optimized for Windows, Mac and iPad, with limited web support[3].

User friendliness

    • VivaDesigner is recommended for both professionals and beginners, thanks to its intuitive user interface and AI-based features[2].
    • Affinity Publisher is aimed more at professional users and may have a learning curve for beginners[3].

Features

    • VivaDesigner offers comprehensive layout, typesetting and illustration functions for professional publishing projects[2].
    • Affinity Publisher focuses mainly on DTP functions and offers fewer illustration tools[3].

Teamwork

    • VivaDesigner supports team collaboration through desktop and web versions, which is attractive for companies[2].
    • Affinity Publisher offers limited team features and focuses more on individual users[3].

Use cases

    • VivaDesigner is suitable for a variety of publishing projects such as books, magazines, marketing materials and more[2].
    • Affinity Publisher is ideal for print projects such as books, brochures and layouts, but less optimized for digital publishing[3].

Support and customer service

    • VivaDesigner offers direct mail or phone contact with the developers for quick problem solving[2].
    • Affinity Publisher provides support mainly through online resources and community forums[3].

Compatibility and integration

    • VivaDesigner can edit InDesign documents directly in the web browser and can be integrated into other applications[2].
    • Affinity Publisher integrates seamlessly with other Affinity products, but offers less compatibility with non-Affinity software[3].

    Pricing models

    • VivaDesigner offers both free and paid versions with one-time payments[2].
    • Affinity Publisher requires a one-time payment with no subscription option[3].

Design and layout options

    • VivaDesigner offers extensive design and layout options for professional publishing projects[2].
    • Affinity Publisher offers powerful layout features but fewer illustration tools than VivaDesigner[3].

Accessibility and mobility

    • VivaDesigner offers desktop and web versions for maximum flexibility[2].
    • Affinity Publisher is optimized for desktop and iPad, but does not offer full web support[3].

Customization

    • VivaDesigner is open to suggestions for improvement from users, which are often implemented quickly[2].
    • Affinity Publisher offers customization options, but less direct interaction with developers[3].

Professional use

    • VivaDesigner is particularly suitable for professional users who plan intensive use[2].
    • Affinity Publisher is aimed at professional users, but may offer less depth of functionality[3].

License costs

    • VivaDesigner offers a cost-effective solution with no monthly fees[2].
    • Affinity Publisher requires a one-time payment, which can be cheap or expensive depending on your needs[3].

Document Management

    • VivaDesigner offers innovative concepts for document management and work processes[2].
    • Affinity Publisher focuses more on the creation of individual designs than on document management[3].

Offline support

    • VivaDesigner offers offline support through the desktop version[2].
    • Affinity Publisher is mainly optimized for offline use on desktop and iPad[3].

Extensibility and customization

    • VivaDesigner offers high extensibility and customization for specific requirements[2].
    • Affinity Publisher offers customization options, but possibly less flexibility than VivaDesigner[3].

Language support

    • VivaDesigner supports a variety of languages in a single application[2].
    • Affinity Publisher offers multilingual support, but details are unclear[3].

Customer support

    • VivaDesigner offers direct contact with developers for quick problem resolution[2].
    • Affinity Publisher offers mainly online support and community forums[3].

Price-performance ratio

    • VivaDesigner offers good value for money with unique payment options[2].
    • Affinity Publisher requires a one-time payment, which can be cheap or expensive depending on your needs[3].

Design flexibility

    • VivaDesigner offers comprehensive design and layout options for a wide range of projects[2].
    • Affinity Publisher focuses more on print projects than digital publishing[3].

Professional publishing options

    • VivaDesigner is particularly suitable for professional publishing tasks[2].
    • Affinity Publisher is powerful but possibly less focused on publishing than VivaDesigner[3].

Integration with other applications

    • VivaDesigner can be integrated with other applications such as Nextcloud[2].
    • Affinity Publisher integrates seamlessly with other Affinity products[3].

Access control and brand control

    • VivaDesigner offers comprehensive options for access control and brand control[2].
    • Affinity Publisher offers branding options, but possibly less extensive than VivaDesigner[3].

Customization for specific workflows

    • VivaDesigner offers high customizability to specific workflows[2].
    • Affinity Publisher offers customization options, but details are unclear[3].

License options

    • VivaDesigner offers flexible license options such as free, purchased or rented[2].
    • Affinity Publisher requires a one-time payment with no subscription option[3].

Document import and export

    • VivaDesigner can edit and export InDesign documents directly in the web browser[2].
    • Affinity Publisher offers import and export functions, but less compatibility with InDesign[3].

Collaboration and sharing

    • VivaDesigner supports teamwork through InDesign import and desktop/web editing[2].
    • Affinity Publisher offers limited team features[3].

Customer-specific requirements

    • VivaDesigner is open to customer-specific requirements and suggestions for improvement[2].
    • Affinity Publisher offers customization options but less direct interaction with developers[3].

Learning curve

    • VivaDesigner is described as user-friendly and suitable for beginners[2].
    • Affinity Publisher is aimed more at experienced users and may have a learning curve[3].

Innovative concept

    • VivaDesigner is described as an innovative concept for layout and typesetting[2].
    • Affinity Publisher offers powerful DTP features but possibly less innovative concepts[3].

Sources/Citations:

[1] https://www.capterra.com.de/compare/110533/1056296/webplus-x4/vs/vivadesigner
[2] https://www.getapp.co.uk/compare/2035531/2069864/webplus-x4/vs/vivadesigner
[3] https://affinity.serif.com/de/publisher/
[4] https://www.resourcespace.com/blog/best-adobe-indesign-alternatives
[5] https://www.getapp.de/compare/2035531/2069864/webplus-x4/vs/vivadesigner