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FreeOfficeMicrosoft Word
Free

Free for personal and business use.

 Freemium

Free online editing, with full features through a paid Microsoft 365 plan.

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Web
  • Free for personal and business use
  • Compatible with Word, Excel and PowerPoint files
  • Standard format for documents at many workplaces and schools
  • Real-time sharing and collaboration
  • Closed source
  • Mobile apps are part of the paid SoftMaker Office
  • Copilot and many features require a paid Microsoft 365 plan
  • Closed source and tied to the Microsoft ecosystem
Downloadable app Downloadable app, Web application
Closed source Closed source
License: Proprietary License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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