Calamus SL vs PageStream
Calamus SL
calamus.netPageStream
pagestream.orgSide by side
| Figure | Calamus SL | PageStream |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 3 | 2 |
| Spec score · Desktop Publishing Software | 8.1 (#9) | 8.0 (#13) |
| Downloads | Downloads for Calamus SL 2015 R4, SL 2006 R8, and SL 2003 R3 require the matching paid matchcode; the site lists the lite edition and manuals among free downloads. | Official demos are listed for Linux, Macintosh OS X, MorphOS, Windows 32-bit and Windows 64-bit. |
| Product type | Calamus SL is a frame based layout system for publishing with integrated text, image, and vector editing tools. | PageStream is a creative desktop publishing and page layout program. |
| Support | The maker provides manuals, a support area, a forum, and a bug report link. | Free support includes an internet mailing list, private email support, FAQs and free updates. |
Plans
Calamus SL
- Calamus LE 2015 (lite edition)€50, paid once
- Calamus SL 2015 (Release 4)€199, paid once
- Calamus SLC 2015 Complete Edition (Release 4)€999, paid once
In their own words
PageStream
PageStream has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.