Microsoft offers several ways to purchase Office with a single payment, known as "one-time purchases," which allow you to own the software indefinitely for one computer without a monthly subscription. The most recent version is . One-Time Purchase vs. Subscription

While is a subscription service that provides continuous updates and cloud features, Office 2024 is a standalone product.

You can buy these directly from Microsoft or through authorized retailers. Currently, there are significant discounts available through third-party deals.

You receive security and quality updates, but not new features or major upgrades that come with subscription plans.