The Family Tree Maker software line is a popular product that comes in four versions. It can be a little difficult to figure out what's best for your needs, so we've created a guide to help you decide.

Family Tree Maker comes in Essentials, Standard, Deluxe and Collector's Editions (listed in order of price).

The Family Tree Maker software is the same between ALL of the versions. The only differences between the Essentials, Standard, Deluxe and Collector's Edition are the length of the included Ancestry subscription and the included exclusive bonus items.

Let's break it down!

Ancestry Subscription:

• Essentials: 3 months included
• Standard: 6 months included
• Deluxe: 9 months included
• Collector's: 12 months (1 year) included

Keep in mind that the Ancestry subscription begins from the time of registration, and is usually for new subscriptions only. You may be able to extend an existing subscription, but that usually requires that you contact the Ancestry support team and ask.


Exclusive Bonus Items:
Each higher version includes the bonus items from the previous version.