Microsoft 365 vs Office 2021: which should you buy?
By Cheap2x Team · June 7, 2026
Choosing between Microsoft 365 and a one-time Office 2021 license comes down to how you work.
Microsoft 365
A subscription that always stays up to date, includes 1TB of OneDrive storage, and works across all your devices.
Office 2021
A one-time purchase you own forever — no recurring fees, but no future feature updates.
Our take
If you want the latest features and cloud storage, go 365. If you prefer to pay once, Office 2021 is the better value. Both are available on Cheap2x at unbeatable prices.