Design Space is a downloadable program for your Mac or PC computer which allows you to create unique designs, import premade designs, or use free or for purchase designs directly in cricut design space . You can also use the Design Space App on your Android or iOS device but it does have more limited functionality. You can pay for the whole year at once for $95.80 which comes to about $7.99 a month OR. You can pay $9.99 a month for your membership with the option to cancel at any time. What's the difference between Cricut Access and Cricut Design Space? Cricut Access and Cricut Design Space are two separate things. Design Space is the program you use to design your project. Cricut Access is a subscription based service that gives you access to additional designs within Design Space (and other perks). http://en-cricuts.com/setup