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GnumericMicrosoft Excel
Free

Free and open source under the GPL version 2 or version 3.

 Freemium

Free online version; the desktop app and Copilot features come with paid Microsoft 365…

Linux Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Web
  • Built-in functions with a reputation for accuracy
  • Starts quickly and stays responsive with large spreadsheets
  • Widely used file format and formula language
  • Free collaborative editing in the browser
  • Spreadsheet only, with no word processor or presentation tools
  • Linux is the main supported platform
  • Full desktop app needs a Microsoft 365 subscription
  • Copilot features are tied to paid plans
Downloadable app Downloadable app, Web application
Open source Closed source
License: GPL-2.0 OR GPL-3.0 License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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