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Gnumeric alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Gnumeric alternative for most people is Google Sheets (3.4 GPA), first in our ranking of spreadsheet and database tools. The best free one is Microsoft Excel (3.4 GPA).
Gnumeric compared with 6 alternatives: LibreOffice Calc, Calligra Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Numbers, Google Sheets and 1 more.
Gnumeric is free to use. All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| GnumericThis tool | Free | Free | Linux |
| LibreOffice Calc | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Calligra Sheets | Free | Free | Linux |
| Microsoft Excel | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Numbers | Free plan · from $12.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS |
| Google Sheets | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| VisiData | Free | Free | macOS, Linux |
Price against what you get
Gnumeric has no paid plan and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 6 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Microsoft Excel, Numbers and Google Sheets 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 Gnumeric
LibreOffice Calc
Free, open-source spreadsheet for Windows, macOS and Linux
- LibreOffice Calc is free.
- LibreOffice Calc also lists Windows and macOS apps.
Suits: People who want a full desktop spreadsheet at no cost
Calligra Sheets
Desktop spreadsheet from KDE's Calligra office suite
- Calligra Sheets is free.
- Calligra Sheets also covers templates.
Suits: Linux desktop users who want a lightweight spreadsheet
Microsoft Excel
Spreadsheet app sold with Microsoft 365, free in the browser
- Microsoft Excel starts at $9.99 / month, or $99.99 / year (Microsoft 365 Personal).
- Microsoft Excel also lists a web app and Windows, macOS, iOS and Android apps.
- Microsoft Excel lists no Linux app, which Gnumeric has.
- Microsoft Excel also covers templates.
Suits: People who need a full desktop spreadsheet on Windows or Mac
Numbers
Apple's free spreadsheet app for Mac, iPad and iPhone
- Numbers starts at $12.99 per month or $129 per year for Apple Creator Studio.
- Numbers also lists a web app and macOS and iOS apps.
- Numbers lists no Linux app, which Gnumeric has.
- Numbers also covers templates.
Suits: Mac, iPad and iPhone owners who want a spreadsheet at no cost
Google Sheets
Browser-based spreadsheet, free with a Google Account
- Google Sheets starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter).
- Google Sheets also lists a web app and iOS and Android apps.
- Google Sheets lists no Linux app, which Gnumeric has.
Suits: Teams that edit and review the same spreadsheet together in a browser
VisiData
Terminal spreadsheet-style tool for exploring tabular data
- VisiData is free.
- VisiData also lists a macOS app.
Suits: Developers and analysts who work in a terminal
Limits worth knowing in Gnumeric
- The project does not release Windows binaries; the newest older build it links is 1.12.17.
- On Linux and BSD the site recommends installing from your distribution's packages.
- The site lists no macOS, mobile or browser versions.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Gnumeric?
The alternatives to Gnumeric in this directory are LibreOffice Calc, Calligra Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Numbers, Google Sheets and VisiData. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Gnumeric.
Is there a free alternative to Gnumeric?
Yes. LibreOffice Calc, Calligra Sheets and VisiData are free to use. Microsoft Excel, Numbers and Google Sheets have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Gnumeric alternatives work on Windows?
The Gnumeric listing does not include a Windows app. LibreOffice Calc and Microsoft Excel list one.
Which Gnumeric alternatives work on macOS?
The Gnumeric listing does not include a macOS app. LibreOffice Calc, Microsoft Excel, Numbers and VisiData list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.