Questions Before You Buy

Resources to help you make an informed purchase

What product(s) do I need?

Personal database for Mac OS X Leopard

• Bento

Standalone database for Windows, Mac and the web

1-4 users.

• FileMaker Pro
• FileMaker Pro Advanced

Workgroup database to support up to 999 people

FileMaker Pro used with FileMaker Server or FileMaker Server Advanced.

• Learn about sharing data
• Volume licensing for FileMaker product line

What are the differences in the FileMaker products?

• Help me choose (PDF 864 KB)
• Compare previous versions of FileMaker Pro (PDF 176 KB)
• Compare Bento and FileMaker Pro (PDF 188KB)

What are the System Requirements?

• Bento 3
• FileMaker Pro 11 and FileMaker Pro 11 Advanced
• FileMaker Server 11 and FileMaker Server 11 Advanced

How much does it cost?

• Single license
• Upgrade eligibility for FileMaker
• Volume discounts for business, education, non-profit
• Education volume discounts
• Single license education discounts
• More information

Where can I purchase?

• FileMaker Store
• FileMaker Licensing for 5 or more licenses: 01628 534158
• Resellers
• iTunes App Store (for Bento for iPhone and iPod touch only)

Where can I find technical resources?

• FileMaker Platform
• Resources for IT professionals
• Product Documentation
• FileMaker Support