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WPS Spreadsheet alternatives
WPS Spreadsheet compared with 5 alternatives: Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, LibreOffice Calc, Zoho Sheet and Numbers.
WPS Spreadsheet has a free plan. Paid plans start at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| WPS SpreadsheetThis tool | Free plan · from $5.83/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Microsoft Excel | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Google Sheets | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| LibreOffice Calc | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Zoho Sheet | Free plan · from $2.50/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Numbers | Free plan · from $12.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS |
How each one differs from WPS Spreadsheet
- Free plan · from $9.99/mo
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). WPS Spreadsheet starts at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+).
- Only WPS Spreadsheet lists a Linux app.
Suits: People who need a full desktop spreadsheet on Windows or Mac
- Free plan · from $7/mo
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). WPS Spreadsheet starts at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+).
- Only WPS Spreadsheet lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- WPS Spreadsheet also covers templates.
Suits: Teams that edit and review the same spreadsheet together in a browser
- Free
LibreOffice Calc
Free, open-source spreadsheet for Windows, macOS and Linux
- LibreOffice Calc is free. WPS Spreadsheet starts at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+).
- Only WPS Spreadsheet lists a web app.
- Only WPS Spreadsheet lists iOS and Android apps.
- LibreOffice Calc is open source, according to its own site.
- WPS Spreadsheet also covers templates.
Suits: People who want a full desktop spreadsheet at no cost
- Free plan · from $2.50/mo
Zoho Sheet
Collaborative online spreadsheet with a free version
- Zoho Sheet starts at $2.50 per user / month, billed annually (Zoho WorkDrive Starter). WPS Spreadsheet starts at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+).
- Only WPS Spreadsheet lists a Linux app.
Suits: Individuals who want a spreadsheet at no cost on web, desktop and mobile
- Free plan · from $12.99/mo
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. WPS Spreadsheet starts at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+).
- Only WPS Spreadsheet lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
Suits: Mac, iPad and iPhone owners who want a spreadsheet at no cost
Limits worth knowing in WPS Spreadsheet
- WPS Spreadsheet is not sold on its own: it comes with the WPS Office suite, and every plan covers the whole suite.
- The free plan is limited to 1 GB of cloud space and restricted template downloads, and no advertising is listed as a Pro+ benefit.
- AI tools on Pro+ have a daily usage limit; once it is reached they pause until the next day.
- Some advanced spreadsheet AI features arrive on Windows first and may differ on Mac, and the listed prices apply to PC and Android.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to WPS Spreadsheet?
The alternatives to WPS Spreadsheet in this directory are Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, LibreOffice Calc, Zoho Sheet and Numbers. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with WPS Spreadsheet.
Is there a free alternative to WPS Spreadsheet?
Yes. LibreOffice Calc is free to use. Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Zoho Sheet and Numbers have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Is there an open-source alternative to WPS Spreadsheet?
LibreOffice Calc 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 Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.