Alternatives · Spreadsheets
Univer alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Univer alternative for most people is Google Sheets (3.4 GPA), first in our ranking of spreadsheet and database tools. It's also the best free one.
Univer compared with 4 alternatives: GRID, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel and Grist.
Univer has a free plan. Paid plans start at $99 per month, or from $1,000 per year billed annually. 3 of the 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| UniverThis tool | Free plan · from $99/mo | Yes | Web |
| GRID | Free trial | Trial only | Web |
| Google Sheets | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Microsoft Excel | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Grist | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
Price against what you get
Univer starts at $83.33 a month when paid by the year and scores 1.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 3 of the 3 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel and Grist.
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 Univer
GRID
Spreadsheet engine and agent tools for developers building products
- GRID has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Univer.
Suits: Developers building financial or analytical products on top of workbooks
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 iOS and Android apps.
- Google Sheets does not cover AI agents, which Univer does.
Suits: Teams that edit and review the same spreadsheet together in a browser
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 Windows, macOS, iOS and Android apps.
- Microsoft Excel also covers templates.
- Microsoft Excel does not cover AI agents, which Univer does.
Suits: People who need a full desktop spreadsheet on Windows or Mac
Grist
Open-source relational spreadsheet with Python formulas
- Grist starts at $8 per user / month, billed annually.
- Grist also lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- Grist also covers databases.
- Grist does not cover AI agents, which Univer does.
Suits: Spreadsheet users who have outgrown a single sheet and need linked tables
Limits worth knowing in Univer
- It is a developer SDK, not a ready-made spreadsheet app for end users.
- Production use requires Business or Enterprise; the Freemium tier adds watermarks and feature limits.
- A Business license covers one main domain and its subdomains; other domains need separate licenses.
- Model services and infrastructure costs are not included in the license fee.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Univer?
The alternatives to Univer in this directory are GRID, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel and Grist. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Univer.
Is there a free alternative to Univer?
Yes. Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel and Grist have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Univer alternatives work on Windows?
The Univer listing does not include a Windows app. Microsoft Excel and Grist list one.
Which Univer alternatives work on macOS?
The Univer listing does not include a macOS app. Microsoft Excel and Grist 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.