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SoftMaker OfficeMicrosoft Word
Paid

Paid product with a 30-day free trial of SoftMaker Office NX Universal.

 Freemium

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

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Web
  • DOCX is the native format of the word processor
  • Runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android
  • Standard format for documents at many workplaces and schools
  • Real-time sharing and collaboration
  • Paid after the trial period
  • Closed source
  • 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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