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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated September 28th, 2026 # Reviews of Adobe Dreamweaver Ease of use 4.0 Customer Service 4.0 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews Joshua F Marketing AssistantAutomotive, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “It’s a solid tool for building and updating websites, and the live preview and flexible editing options have made my projects easier and more efficient.“ December 11, 2025 Joshua F Marketing AssistantAutomotive, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “One thing I don’t love about Dreamweaver is that it can feel a bit outdated compared to newer web editors.“ December 11, 2025 BR Brandon R Registered Behavior TechnicianHospitality, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “My favorite features about Dreamweaver are the visual interface, code editor, and the real-time preview.“ March 6, 2025 DB David B MarketingMachinery, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “The interface can feel outdated compared to modern website builders, and beginners might find it difficult to use without prior coding knowledge.“ March 24, 2025 DB David B MarketingMachinery, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Dreamweaver is a solid choice for web developers who prefer a mix of visual design and manual coding. While it may not be as popular as before, it still offers useful tools for building websites.“ March 24, 2025 CT Christopher T Senior CreativeDesign, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “The code is also overcomplicated as it adds different parts when using the visual editor.“ April 7, 2025 DB David B MarketingMachinery, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Dreamweaver provides a great balance between visual design and coding, making it easier to create and edit websites.“ March 24, 2025 Bijay S Senior Graphic DesignerDesign, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “Adobe Dreamweaver is very heavy software which makes it slow in preview and It takes time to open the software.“ December 8, 2023 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 111 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Michael T. designer Graphic Design Used the software for: 2+ years ### "For real web designers" September 25, 2026 4.0 Overall dreamweaver is amazing. It goes miles beyond wordpress and those drag and drop designers and you can do more than just make websites Pros Dreamweaver allows you to watch your code come to life in real time so there are no suprises. You have unlimited control of your design Cons There are so many tools that it takes a minute to learn all of them but once you do it is worth it. Be ready to do your homework Review Source Jeremy D. Designer Media Production Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Dreamweaver: A Good Place to Start" January 13, 2022 4.0 Dreamweaver allowed me to deploy sites quickly in the early 00's while learning more complex coding skills. Pros Dreamweaver is a perfect place for beginners to literally see how CSS and HTML editing affects a webpage. The Live Edit view is amazing, and you can have a pane of code open on the left, and see your website change on the right. Dreamweaver was key in launching my web design career. The automatic FTP-updating is excellent too. Cons However, the application is quite bloated and heavy, and was slow to keep up with advances in CSS editing over the last 15 years. Again, if you have Adobe CC and you want to start coding, give this a try. I have since moved on to Sublime Text for web coding/editing. Alternatives considered [HTML Editor](https://www.capterra.com/p/152212/HTML-Editor/) Reason for choosing Adobe Dreamweaver A clean, clear interface. And the first app to ever allow live previews of your web code. Switched from [HTML Editor](https://www.capterra.com/p/152212/HTML-Editor/) Dreamweaver allowed me to SEE how code works. Review Source BB Barbra B. Web Developer Real Estate Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Limited, limiting, and buggy as could be." June 28, 2023 2.0 Between the highway robbery pricing model and the bugs and issues, I don't recommend this program to anyone. It's more trouble and expense than it's worth. Pros I've been a Dreamweaver user since the Macromedia days, more than 20 years now. The convenience of being able to find your place in the code with just a click is hard to beat. That's the end of the list of pros. Cons With each version of the program the quality drops. I noted that another reviewer said to works smoothly across all platforms. This is not at all true. The program on Mac is so bad that I now just use Notepad for simple things, because I won't have to struggle with Notepad. Dreamweaver is less buggy on Windows, but after all these years you'd think they'd have worked out the kinks. Support for webp, which was introduced in 2010, is still non-existent. The program will display webp images, but will not allow you to choose them from the file list because it doesn't actually recognize them as an image file. It's slow, and the cache is a constant issue that has to be addressed. Review Source Martin D. Owner, Chief Developer Internet Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great software if you are already invested in the Adobe Creative Cloud way of working" August 24, 2023 5.0 I use it to build fairly simple brochure sites because working with large sites can slow the the app down a lot. Overall, I find it more useful than not, but it's a case of choosing the best app for the site I want to design and develop. Pros It integrates well with the rest of the Creative Cloud apps. Cons The UI. It's so crowded and creates a steeper learning curve than it needs to be. Alternatives considered [Visual Studio Code](https://www.capterra.com/p/186634/Visual-Studio-Code/) Reason for choosing Adobe Dreamweaver I use both. If I want to create a quick Bootstrap site, Dreamweaver is a great starting point, in my experience. Switched from [Visual Studio Code](https://www.capterra.com/p/186634/Visual-Studio-Code/) I used to use Dreamweaver many years ago, and just wanted to see how it had progressed over the years. Review Source Tobel A. IT technician Law Practice Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Adobe Dreamweaver Review" December 16, 2021 5.0 I was able to successfully build my first stable site with the app despite being an a mature at Htlm. The there interfaces (live, design and code view) makes Adobe Dreamweaver the ideal product. Pros Unlike other products in line, you are able to work off with your html edit, the API is so user friendly and more so easy for all code beginners. I say it's the most effective software for a mature site builders. Cons Switching from design mode to code seems alittle out of line for tables. Switched from [HTML Editor](https://www.capterra.com/p/152212/HTML-Editor/) Every was a hustle before... Now templates are easy to edit using Adobe dream weaver. Review Source Pauline P. Senior Graphic Designer Hospitality Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A Convenient, User-Friendly Tool for HTML Templates" November 5, 2025 4.0 Overall, Dreamweaver has been a reliable and convenient tool for my workflow. The split view between code and visual layout is invaluable, especially when building or refining HTML emails. The interface is user-friendly and intuitive. Pros I primarily use Adobe Dreamweaver to create HTML templates and email signatures, and I appreciate having a visual preview right next to the code. It makes it much easier to spot issues, adjust layout, and work more efficiently. Cons Some features may feel somewhat outdated compared to modern web-building tools. It also has more functionality than I really need for simple template work. Review Source Joshua F. Marketing Assistant Automotive Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A Helpful Tool for Creating Websites" December 11, 2025 5.0 Overall, I’ve had a great experience using Dreamweaver. It’s a solid tool for building and updating websites, and the live preview and flexible editing options have made my projects easier and more efficient. Pros What I like most about Dreamweaver is how it lets me build and edit websites without feeling overwhelmed. I really like that I can switch between code view and design view, so I can see exactly what I’m creating in real time. It also helps catch mistakes and makes organizing my files easier, which saves a lot of time. Cons One thing I don’t love about Dreamweaver is that it can feel a bit outdated compared to newer web editors. It can also be kind of heavy on your computer, and some features are a little confusing if you don’t use them often. Review Source CT Christopher T. Senior Creative Design Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great visual editor for web and much more." April 7, 2025 4.0 I have used Dreamwever for web, email and display banners and it does everything I need and more. I have moved away to simpler text editor for coding now as I dont feel I need everything Dreamweaver offers. But it is a great programme and offers a lot. Pros Dreamweaver is a multi-functional programme that can be used for coding and designing for web with a visual-based design option. Cons It is overloaded with windows and options which can be a bit overwhelming if you just need a simple code based editor for coding emails. The code is also overcomplicated as it adds different parts when using the visual editor. Review Source Sarah M. Owner Retail Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Dreamweaver is a web designers dream" November 28, 2025 4.0 I am pleased with the overall value for money and the customer support is excellent. The team is always willing to help and there is a large resource bank. Pros Adobe Dreamweaver has advanced web design capabilities that allow you to integrate templates and other page layout features. It's ease of use makes it a useful tool for new and advanced web creation. Cons Adobe Dreamweaver has some significant learning curves - but once you understand the overall features it is easy to navigate. Knowledge of CMS and HTML is a plus. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer CEO Online Media Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Adobe Dreamweaver must be revamped." February 16, 2025 4.0 I use it for less complex tasks and therefore, I do not overwork myself so I feel comfortable using it. Pros Visual & Code Editing: Combines a WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) interface with a powerful code editor. Good for Beginners & Intermediate Users: Offers templates and live preview features to simplify web design. Supports Multiple Languages: Works with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and more. Integration with Adobe Products: Seamless workflow with Photoshop, Illustrator, and other Adobe tools. Responsive Design Features: Helps create mobile-friendly websites. Cons Expensive: Requires an Adobe subscription, which might not be worth it compared to free alternatives like VS Code or Brackets. Not Ideal for Advanced Developers. Can Feel Outdated. Review Source BR Brandon R. Registered Behavior Technician Hospitality Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Learning the Basics of Web Pages" March 6, 2025 5.0 While the older models of Dreamweaver required heavy knowledge of manual coding, the current edition allows you to use the Design view to show a visual representation of a web page that can be edited. It solves the complex problem of learning HTML coding from scratch. Pros My favorite features about Dreamweaver are the visual interface, code editor, and the real-time preview. The learning curve is nice for beginners. Cons Browser compatibility issues. Even with the real-time preview, there are a lot of glitches and formatting problems that aren't ideal for older computer models. You have to rely on making web pages that cater to the large majority. Review Source RP Robert P. Web Designer Design Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great Software" December 14, 2024 5.0 I am very experienced on Adobe Dreamweaver I used it for many years Pros Way easier to use, better features that make it better Cons everything is good, this was 1 of the 1st software's I used when I started doing web design Review Source GP Graham P. IT/Business Analyst Higher Education Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy to use HTML Editor" June 9, 2022 4.0 Overall, I do like Dreamweaver for what it does. It's handy and gives you a quick visual of your coding and if any changes need to be made. Pros I like the split screen of having half source code and the other half the visual design. That allows me to quickly see the changes I make and whether or not they work for what I am trying to accomplish or not. Cons I would like to see in the Design view the ability to see both a browser version of the page and a mobile version of the page from within the same view. Sometimes these don't display the same and making a change can cause one to look right and the other not. Having it on one screen would be useful. Review Source FL Ferent L. Web Designer - Junior Platform Maintainance Engineer And Seasoned Online Marketing Assistant Building Materials Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "It's result-driven but requires time and efforts to use it" November 3, 2023 5.0 It's a great tool for web development, however, it requires time and dedication to learn and it can be quite expensive too which makes it a little hard for users with low budgets to buy. Pros Adobe Dreamweaver offers industry-standard designs for projects of all levels. I like it and would recommend it because it's from a popular company. Although I switched from using it for some reasons, however, there are features that I highly appreciate and respect as well. - Its code editor is fully versatile. It supports a wide array of programming languages like HTML, CSS, and Javascript which provide possibilities to perform tasks like syntax highlighting, code completion, and code validation which are super helpful when working on specific projects. - It also offers a wide range of built-in templates and libraries that help to speed up the process of web development. - Design is responsive because it provides options to test designs on various screen sizes. Cons Some major challenges I had with Adobe Dreamweaver include: - ease-of-use: although Dreamweaver can be very performant, however, it's not easy to learn and master. It requires a lot of dedication commitment and practice to get acquainted with it. So I did;t find it ideal because I needed a tool that I could learn and probably start earning from within a short time. - Subscription is expensive Review Source AA Ade A. Online Digital Marketer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "For good reason, Dreamweaver is a key participant in the WYSIWYG web editor market." October 21, 2022 5.0 With the use of Adobe Dreamweaver, I assist businesses in building their ideal websites. Real-time work completion is beneficial to me. Pros Adobe Dreamweaver is a quick and adaptable website design program that also contains all the features needed for web coding. Wonderful features of Dreamweaver include the Live View Editing Mode, which displays the coding result in Real-Time.I adore being able to alter the perspectives. It's convenient to be able to click on the page and see the split code view appear below it. When you first start out, the drag-and-drop tool definitely comes in helpful. It also lets us view our webpage as we make changes. Another excellent feature is the ability to make transitions and have total control over each and every little aspect. Cons Although I frequently use it and find it useful, I believe it should have a code error finder option, which is a fairly fundamental feature in other tools of a similar kind. Review Source TA Tolu A. Digital Marketing Strategist Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Adobe dreamweaver Review" September 4, 2021 4.0 It was the first software I used to learn website design. I currently do not use it anymore a there are tons of better web builders available today that don't even cost a penny. Still a good software if you want to learn a bot of coding and seeing how things work but it really isn't practical for me in today's world. Pros It is a powerful website builder if you have to time to learn it You don't really need to know a lot of coding to use but having an idea of coding can be useful It can help youprove on your coding as it will tell you when you make a mistake immediately Cons It is not always responsive enough for different platforms and browsers. Not easy to learn and adapt to. You need time and lots of practice to get used to the interface and most of its functions. Adds a ton of codes to your paragraphs that you really do not need. This affects the site you make at the end of the day when you test on different browsers. Review Source Waldo M. Director of Media Services Telecommunications Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Adobe's Versatility" January 9, 2023 5.0 Pros Since Dreamweaver forms part of the Cloud option from Adobe, the inter-connectivity between the various apps are seamless and easy to use. The interface is also easy to understand and quickly becomes a familiar workspace. The built-in functionality is superb and make coding easy, especially the automatic error detection! Cons At the moment there is nothing that I like "least' - it is simply a superb piece of software. Review Source RN Richard N. Software Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Good for coding software" January 17, 2023 5.0 Overall, dreamweaver is a game changer in the field of website designing, simple to learn and easy to use. Pros The split screen feature where I am able to view both code and design at once. I find it one of the best helpful features. Cons If u don't have much experience, it may take you Time to learn how the software works. I wish they would provide in app tutorials like they do with Adobe Illustrator. Review Source CB Chukwumezie B. Web Designer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "software for beginners" February 9, 2024 4.0 Pros It's a great software for beginners, it allows you to view side by side the codes and also the preview on browser Cons It didn't have a lot of options when it comes to pre made templates. Review Source pA peter A. IT Asset & Configuration Analyst , Service Catalog and Knowledge Manager Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "My Love for Dreamweaver" November 16, 2022 4.0 Using Dreamweaver was fun. Pros I like the quick drag and drop features. You can drag and drop many elements instead of writing the codes. I love it integration feature , which enables one to integrate with databases. You can actually build and run application locally on your laptop then export to cloud when ready. Cons Sometimes your connections to databases will not work even when you have done the right configuration. You are compelled to delete all the connections , turn off the application and re-lunch to configure before it starts to work again. Review Source TP Tianna P. Owner Cosmetics Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Modern, real- time and fast!!" July 9, 2022 5.0 Love it, would recommend to any new first year student Pros I love the customizable of the program I could change the interface colour what would also be easy on my eyes. Love that for dream weaver Cons At times the application crash but that was older version I'm.sure it has gotten better since I graduate Review Source RG Ross G. Spider Entertainment Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Dreamy Dreamweaver" May 25, 2022 5.0 Positive. I use much of adobes other software, so Dreamweaver fit right into the pipeline. Pros Editing features, drag and drop, ease of use Cons Yearly cost, updates were not the cheapest or easiest Reason for choosing Adobe Dreamweaver Using Adobe software already, so it fit into the pipeline easily. Review Source JA Joseph A. webmaster Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Bring your Dreams to Life" May 31, 2022 5.0 Pros It had a wide variety of features that web design easier even for a novice. Cons I thought is was a bit expensive. And it works best on your own server than it does remotely. Review Source Mohammed K. Teacher E-Learning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Start coding with Dreamweaver" July 19, 2022 5.0 Pros There is all what I need to make my sites Cons Need someone have more than normal skills Review Source JL Jonathan L. Photographer Photography Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "J.L. Adobe Dreamweaver Review" August 25, 2023 4.0 Adobe Dreamweaver is top-of-the-line for any web creator that wants to bring their idea out into the World Wide Web in a very unique way. By separating myself from the competition with a lot of resources to choose from, I can confidently say that I have a professional website. Pros It supports coding, visual design, and dynamic content creation, making it versatile for various projects that I want to work on. Cons Running Adobe Dreamweaver is only possible with a computer with fast processing speeds and no storage issues. Review Source Similar Products Featured