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Apache OpenOffice alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Apache OpenOffice alternative for most people is Microsoft Word (3.4 GPA), first in our ranking of writing tools. The best free one is FreeOffice TextMaker (3.4 GPA).
Apache OpenOffice compared with 6 alternatives: LibreOffice Writer, WPS Writer, FreeOffice TextMaker, ONLYOFFICE, Microsoft Word and 1 more.
Apache OpenOffice is free to use. 5 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apache OpenOfficeThis tool | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| LibreOffice Writer | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| WPS Writer | Free plan · from $5.83/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| FreeOffice TextMaker | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| ONLYOFFICE | Free plan · from $20/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Microsoft Word | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| WordPerfect | Free trial · from $49.99 one-time | Trial only | Windows |
Price against what you get
Apache OpenOffice has no paid plan and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 4 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
WPS Writer, FreeOffice TextMaker and Microsoft Word score higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Apache OpenOffice
LibreOffice Writer
Free, open-source word processor for Windows, macOS and Linux
- LibreOffice Writer is free.
- LibreOffice Writer also covers long-form writing.
- LibreOffice Writer does not cover spreadsheets and presentations, which Apache OpenOffice does.
Suits: People who want a full desktop word processor at no cost
WPS Writer
Word-compatible word processor in the WPS Office suite
- WPS Writer starts at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+).
- WPS Writer also lists a web app and iOS and Android apps.
- WPS Writer also covers grammar & style.
- WPS Writer does not cover spreadsheets and presentations, which Apache OpenOffice does.
Suits: People who want a free word processor that opens and saves Word files
FreeOffice TextMaker
Free word processor that opens and saves Microsoft Word files
- FreeOffice TextMaker is free.
- FreeOffice TextMaker also lists iOS and Android apps.
- FreeOffice TextMaker also covers long-form writing.
- FreeOffice TextMaker does not cover templates, spreadsheets and presentations, which Apache OpenOffice does.
Suits: People who want a free Word-compatible editor
ONLYOFFICE
Open-source office suite for documents, sheets, slides and PDFs
- ONLYOFFICE starts at $20 per admin / month for the DocSpace Business cloud plan.
- ONLYOFFICE also lists a web app and iOS and Android apps.
- ONLYOFFICE is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- ONLYOFFICE does not cover templates, which Apache OpenOffice does.
Suits: Organizations that want to host their own office suite
Microsoft Word
Word processor sold with Microsoft 365, free in the browser
- Microsoft Word starts at $9.99 / month, or $99.99 / year (Microsoft 365 Personal).
- Microsoft Word also lists a web app and iOS and Android apps.
- Microsoft Word lists no Linux app, which Apache OpenOffice has.
- Microsoft Word also covers dictation and grammar & style.
- Microsoft Word does not cover spreadsheets and presentations, which Apache OpenOffice does.
Suits: People who want a full desktop word processor on Windows or Mac
WordPerfect
Word processor with Reveal Codes, sold as the WordPerfect Office suite
- WordPerfect starts at $49.99 one-time (WordPerfect Office Home & Student).
- WordPerfect has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Apache OpenOffice.
- WordPerfect lists no macOS and Linux apps, which Apache OpenOffice has.
- WordPerfect can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- WordPerfect also covers pDF editing.
Suits: Legal and long-document writers used to Reveal Codes
Limits worth knowing in Apache OpenOffice
- The download page lists only Windows, Linux and macOS installers; no web version or mobile app is listed.
- The Windows installer listed is 32-bit, and macOS versions below 10.7 have a separate download.
- Support comes from a volunteer community rather than a paid helpdesk.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Apache OpenOffice?
The alternatives to Apache OpenOffice in this directory are LibreOffice Writer, WPS Writer, FreeOffice TextMaker, ONLYOFFICE, Microsoft Word and WordPerfect. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Apache OpenOffice.
Is there a free alternative to Apache OpenOffice?
Yes. LibreOffice Writer and FreeOffice TextMaker are free to use. WPS Writer, ONLYOFFICE and Microsoft Word have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Apache OpenOffice alternatives work on Android?
The Apache OpenOffice listing does not include an Android app. WPS Writer, FreeOffice TextMaker, ONLYOFFICE and Microsoft Word list one.
Which Apache OpenOffice alternatives work on iOS?
The Apache OpenOffice listing does not include an iOS app. WPS Writer, FreeOffice TextMaker, ONLYOFFICE and Microsoft Word list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.