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Microsoft Loop alternatives

Microsoft Loop compared with 5 alternatives: Notion, Superhuman Docs, Confluence, Google Docs and Dropbox Paper.

Microsoft Loop has a free plan. Paid plans start at $5.40 per user / month, paid yearly (Microsoft 365 Business Basic, no Teams). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 5, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
Microsoft LoopThis toolFree plan · from $5.40/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
NotionFree plan · from $10/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Superhuman DocsFree plan · from $12/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
ConfluenceFree plan · from $6.70/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
Google DocsFree plan · from $7/moYesWeb, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Dropbox PaperFree plan · from $9.99/moYesWeb, iOS, Android

How each one differs from Microsoft Loop

  1. Notion

    Workspace for docs, wikis, databases and projects with built-in AI

    • Notion starts at $10 per member / month, billed yearly. Microsoft Loop starts at $5.40 per user / month, paid yearly (Microsoft 365 Business Basic, no Teams).
    • Only Notion lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only Notion lists a browser extension.
    • Notion also covers notes, databases and wiki.
    • Microsoft Loop also covers documents.

    Suits: Teams that want docs, a wiki and project tracking in one workspace

    Notion vs Microsoft LoopNotion pricing and details

  2. Superhuman Docs

    Docs with tables, formulas and automations, formerly Coda

    • Superhuman Docs starts at $12 per Doc Maker / month, billed annually ($15 billed monthly). Microsoft Loop starts at $5.40 per user / month, paid yearly (Microsoft 365 Business Basic, no Teams).
    • Superhuman Docs also covers databases, wiki, workflow automation and forms.
    • Microsoft Loop also covers templates.

    Suits: Teams that want documents, trackers and lightweight internal tools in one doc

    Superhuman Docs vs Microsoft LoopSuperhuman Docs pricing and details

  3. Confluence

    Team wiki and docs workspace from Atlassian, tied to Jira

    • Confluence starts at $6.70 per user / month, billed monthly (first 100 users). Microsoft Loop starts at $5.40 per user / month, paid yearly (Microsoft 365 Business Basic, no Teams).
    • Confluence also covers databases, wiki and whiteboard.

    Suits: Teams that run Jira and want documentation linked to their issues

    Confluence vs Microsoft LoopConfluence pricing and details

  4. Google Docs

    Browser-based word processor, free with a Google Account

    • Google Docs starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter). Microsoft Loop starts at $5.40 per user / month, paid yearly (Microsoft 365 Business Basic, no Teams).
    • Only Google Docs lists a browser extension.

    Suits: People and teams who draft and review documents together in a browser

    Google Docs vs Microsoft LoopGoogle Docs pricing and details

  5. Dropbox Paper

    Free collaborative documents that live in a Dropbox account

    • Dropbox Paper starts at $9.99 per month, billed yearly (Dropbox Plus). Microsoft Loop starts at $5.40 per user / month, paid yearly (Microsoft 365 Business Basic, no Teams).
    • Dropbox Paper also covers tasks.

    Suits: Teams that already keep their files in Dropbox

    Dropbox Paper vs Microsoft LoopDropbox Paper pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Microsoft Loop

  • Loop is not sold on its own: work use comes with a Microsoft 365 subscription that includes OneDrive or SharePoint storage.
  • Microsoft's plans page names Loop only under Business Standard and Premium, while its Loop support page says any work account with that storage can create workspaces.
  • Microsoft's support page says Loop does not currently support external sharing with guests or people outside the organization.
  • Copilot in Loop needs a Microsoft 365 Copilot plan on work accounts and is not available with personal accounts, even on Microsoft 365 Personal or Family.
Microsoft Loop pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Microsoft Loop?

The alternatives to Microsoft Loop in this directory are Notion, Superhuman Docs, Confluence, Google Docs and Dropbox Paper. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Microsoft Loop.

Is there a free alternative to Microsoft Loop?

Yes. Notion, Superhuman Docs, Confluence, Google Docs and Dropbox Paper have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Microsoft Loop alternatives work on Windows?

The Microsoft Loop listing does not include a Windows app. Notion lists one.

Which Microsoft Loop alternatives work on macOS?

The Microsoft Loop listing does not include a macOS app. Notion lists one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 5, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.