Free alternatives to Microsoft Office

Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Here are 3 free or open-source options.

Tool	Type	Best for
LibreOffice	Open source	Offline office work with no account needed.
OnlyOffice	Free tier	People who want a layout close to Microsoft Office.
Google Docs, Sheets and Slides	Free tier	Sharing and editing documents with others online.

The alternatives in detail

LibreOffice Open source

An office suite with a word processor, spreadsheet and presentation tool that opens and saves Microsoft formats.

Best for: Offline office work with no account needed.
Limits to know: Complex documents from Microsoft Office may shift slightly in layout.

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OnlyOffice Free tier

An office suite with strong compatibility with Microsoft file formats, available as desktop apps and online editors.

Best for: People who want a layout close to Microsoft Office.
Limits to know: Check the current terms, since some collaboration features are in paid editions.

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Google Docs, Sheets and Slides Free tier

Browser-based document, spreadsheet and presentation tools with real-time collaboration.

Best for: Sharing and editing documents with others online.
Limits to know: Needs a Google account and works best with an internet connection.

Visit Google Docs, Sheets and Slides

When is Microsoft Office still worth paying for?

A free option is often enough, but not always. If you depend on specific features, file compatibility or support, check the limits above first. Visit Microsoft Office to compare.