: Microsoft Outlook Standalone (currently available for both PC and Mac). Cost : Historically priced around $159.99.

You can buy a one-time license for the desktop version of Outlook, which does not require a monthly or yearly subscription.

If you prefer a subscription model but want to avoid the full cost of "Office," certain plans provide Outlook access with minimal extra fluff:

: It does not include future version upgrades or the cloud storage (OneDrive) and AI features (Copilot) that come with Microsoft 365. Lightweight Subscription Options

: You own the software version for its entire lifecycle without recurring fees.