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FreeOffice TextMaker alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the best FreeOffice TextMaker alternative for most people is Microsoft Word (3.4 GPA), first in our ranking of writing tools. It's also the best free one. The catch, in its listing's words: "Word for the web is free for 1 person."

FreeOffice TextMaker compared with 9 alternatives: LibreOffice Writer, WPS Writer, Microsoft Word, Nisus Writer, Mellel and 4 more.

FreeOffice TextMaker is free to use. 6 of the 9 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
FreeOffice TextMakerThis toolFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
LibreOffice WriterFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
WPS WriterFree plan · from $5.83/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Microsoft WordFree plan · from $9.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
Nisus WriterFree trial · from $26 one-timeTrial onlymacOS
MellelFree trial · from $69.99 one-timeTrial onlymacOS, iOS
Apache OpenOfficeFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
Hancom OfficeFree planYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
Polaris OfficeFree plan · from $3.33/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
WordPerfectFree trial · from $49.99 one-timeTrial onlyWindows

Price against what you get

FreeOffice TextMaker has no paid plan and scores 3.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.

Microsoft Word scores higher without starting lower.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$0.5$1$2$5$10$20$50$100More for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessFreeOffice TextMakerLibreOffice WriterWPS WriterMicrosoft WordApache OpenOfficePolaris Office

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
The full chart of writing tools, and the best at every price

How each one differs from FreeOffice TextMaker

  1. LibreOffice Writer

    Free, open-source word processor for Windows, macOS and Linux

    • LibreOffice Writer is free.
    • LibreOffice Writer lists no iOS and Android apps, which FreeOffice TextMaker has.
    • LibreOffice Writer is open source, according to its own site.
    • LibreOffice Writer also covers templates.

    Suits: People who want a full desktop word processor at no cost

    LibreOffice Writer vs FreeOffice TextMakerLibreOffice Writer pricing and details

  2. 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.
    • WPS Writer also covers templates and grammar & style.
    • WPS Writer does not cover long-form writing, which FreeOffice TextMaker does.

    Suits: People who want a free word processor that opens and saves Word files

    WPS Writer vs FreeOffice TextMakerWPS Writer pricing and details

  3. 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.
    • Microsoft Word lists no Linux app, which FreeOffice TextMaker has.
    • Microsoft Word also covers dictation, templates and grammar & style.
    • Microsoft Word does not cover long-form writing, which FreeOffice TextMaker does.

    Suits: People who want a full desktop word processor on Windows or Mac

    Microsoft Word vs FreeOffice TextMakerMicrosoft Word pricing and details

  4. Nisus Writer

    Mac-only word processor sold as a one-time purchase

    • Nisus Writer starts at $26 one-time (Express).
    • Nisus Writer has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike FreeOffice TextMaker.
    • Nisus Writer lists no Windows, Linux, iOS and Android apps, which FreeOffice TextMaker has.
    • Nisus Writer can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: Mac users who want to buy a word processor once

    Nisus Writer vs FreeOffice TextMakerNisus Writer pricing and details

  5. Mellel

    Mac word processor for long academic and technical documents

    • Mellel starts at $69.99 one-time for Mellel for Mac; iPad in-app purchases from $9.99.
    • Mellel has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike FreeOffice TextMaker.
    • Mellel lists no Windows, Linux and Android apps, which FreeOffice TextMaker has.
    • Mellel can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Mellel also covers citations.

    Suits: Academics and students writing theses, papers and books on a Mac

    Mellel vs FreeOffice TextMakerMellel pricing and details

  6. Apache OpenOffice

    Free open-source office suite with the Writer word processor

    • Apache OpenOffice is free.
    • Apache OpenOffice lists no iOS and Android apps, which FreeOffice TextMaker has.
    • Apache OpenOffice is open source, according to its own site.
    • Apache OpenOffice also covers templates, spreadsheets and presentations.
    • Apache OpenOffice does not cover long-form writing, which FreeOffice TextMaker does.

    Suits: Anyone who wants a no-cost desktop word processor with no account

    Apache OpenOffice vs FreeOffice TextMakerApache OpenOffice pricing and details

  7. Hancom Office

    Korean office suite with the Hangul word processor

    • Hancom Office starts at ₩99,000 one-time (Home & Student, Windows, Korean store).
    • Hancom Office also lists a web app.
    • Hancom Office lists no Linux app, which FreeOffice TextMaker has.
    • Hancom Office can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Hancom Office also covers spreadsheets, presentations and pDF editing.

    Suits: People who exchange Korean HWP documents

    Hancom Office vs FreeOffice TextMakerHancom Office pricing and details

  8. Polaris Office

    Word, sheet, slide and PDF editor with an AI agent called NOVA

    • Polaris Office starts at $3.33 per month, billed annually (Smart).
    • Polaris Office also lists a web app.
    • Polaris Office lists no Linux app, which FreeOffice TextMaker has.
    • Polaris Office can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Polaris Office also covers spreadsheets, presentations and pDF editing.

    Suits: People who need to open HWP and Microsoft Office files in one app

    Polaris Office vs FreeOffice TextMakerPolaris Office pricing and details

  9. 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 FreeOffice TextMaker.
    • WordPerfect lists no macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps, which FreeOffice TextMaker has.
    • WordPerfect can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • WordPerfect also covers templates, spreadsheets, presentations and pDF editing.

    Suits: Legal and long-document writers used to Reveal Codes

    WordPerfect vs FreeOffice TextMakerWordPerfect pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in FreeOffice TextMaker

  • There is no email support for free products; help comes from the user forum.
  • The license allows 3 computers in one household or 1 computer in an organization.
  • SoftMaker also sells commercial SoftMaker Office editions with email support; their prices were not checked here.
  • There is no web or browser-based editor listed.
FreeOffice TextMaker pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to FreeOffice TextMaker?

The alternatives to FreeOffice TextMaker in this directory are LibreOffice Writer, WPS Writer, Microsoft Word, Nisus Writer, Mellel, Apache OpenOffice, Hancom Office, Polaris Office and WordPerfect. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with FreeOffice TextMaker.

Is there a free alternative to FreeOffice TextMaker?

Yes. LibreOffice Writer and Apache OpenOffice are free to use. WPS Writer, Microsoft Word, Hancom Office and Polaris Office have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Is there an open-source alternative to FreeOffice TextMaker?

LibreOffice Writer and Apache OpenOffice are described as open source on their own sites.

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.