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Hancom Office alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Hancom Office 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."
Hancom Office compared with 5 alternatives: Polaris Office, WPS Writer, Microsoft Word, LibreOffice Writer and FreeOffice TextMaker.
Hancom Office has a free plan. Paid plans start at ₩99,000 one-time (Home & Student, Windows, Korean store). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hancom OfficeThis tool | Free plan | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Polaris Office | Free plan · from $3.33/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| WPS Writer | Free plan · from $5.83/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Microsoft Word | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| LibreOffice Writer | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| FreeOffice TextMaker | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Hancom Office
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).
Suits: People who need to open HWP and Microsoft Office files in one app
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 Linux app.
- WPS Writer also covers templates and grammar & style.
- WPS Writer does not cover spreadsheets, presentations and pDF editing, which Hancom Office does.
Suits: People who want a free word processor that opens and saves Word files
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 covers dictation, templates and grammar & style.
- Microsoft Word does not cover spreadsheets, presentations and pDF editing, which Hancom Office does.
Suits: People who want a full desktop word processor on Windows or Mac
LibreOffice Writer
Free, open-source word processor for Windows, macOS and Linux
- LibreOffice Writer is free.
- LibreOffice Writer also lists a Linux app.
- LibreOffice Writer lists no web app and Android and iOS apps, which Hancom Office has.
- LibreOffice Writer is open source, according to its own site.
- LibreOffice Writer also covers templates and long-form writing.
Suits: People who want a full desktop word processor at no cost
FreeOffice TextMaker
Free word processor that opens and saves Microsoft Word files
- FreeOffice TextMaker is free.
- FreeOffice TextMaker also lists a Linux app.
- FreeOffice TextMaker lists no web app, which Hancom Office has.
- FreeOffice TextMaker also covers long-form writing.
- FreeOffice TextMaker does not cover spreadsheets, presentations and pDF editing, which Hancom Office does.
Suits: People who want a free Word-compatible editor
Limits worth knowing in Hancom Office
- The store pages that carry the prices are in Korean and priced in won; no US dollar price was readable.
- Subscription prices for Hancom Docs Personal and Business are not shown on the pages that could be read.
- The download editions listed target Windows 11 or later, and the store page says one PC per home license.
- Hancom Docs Free stops at web and mobile apps and a viewer on Windows and Mac.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Hancom Office?
The alternatives to Hancom Office in this directory are Polaris Office, WPS Writer, Microsoft Word, LibreOffice Writer and FreeOffice TextMaker. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Hancom Office.
Is there a free alternative to Hancom Office?
Yes. LibreOffice Writer and FreeOffice TextMaker are free to use. Polaris Office, WPS Writer and Microsoft Word have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Hancom Office alternatives work on Linux?
The Hancom Office listing does not include a Linux app. WPS Writer, LibreOffice Writer and FreeOffice TextMaker list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Hancom Office?
LibreOffice Writer is described as open source on its own site.
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.