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WPS Writer alternatives
WPS Writer compared with 5 alternatives: Microsoft Word, LibreOffice Writer, Google Docs, ONLYOFFICE and Zoho Writer.
WPS Writer 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 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| WPS WriterThis tool | 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 |
| Google Docs | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| ONLYOFFICE | Free plan · from $20/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Zoho Writer | Free plan · from $2.50/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
How each one differs from WPS Writer
- Free plan · from $9.99/mo
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). WPS Writer starts at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+).
- Only WPS Writer lists a Linux app.
- Microsoft Word also covers dictation.
Suits: People who want a full desktop word processor on Windows or Mac
- Free
LibreOffice Writer
Free, open-source word processor for Windows, macOS and Linux
- LibreOffice Writer is free. WPS Writer starts at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+).
- Only WPS Writer lists a web app.
- Only WPS Writer lists iOS and Android apps.
- LibreOffice Writer is open source, according to its own site.
- LibreOffice Writer also covers long-form writing.
Suits: People who want a full desktop word processor at no cost
- Free plan · from $7/mo
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). WPS Writer starts at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+).
- Only Google Docs lists a browser extension.
- Only WPS Writer lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- WPS Writer also covers grammar & style.
Suits: People and teams who draft and review documents together in a browser
- Free plan · from $20/mo
ONLYOFFICE
Open-source office suite for documents, sheets, slides and PDFs
- ONLYOFFICE starts at $20 per admin / month for the DocSpace Business cloud plan. WPS Writer starts at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+).
- ONLYOFFICE is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- ONLYOFFICE also covers spreadsheets and presentations.
- WPS Writer also covers templates and grammar & style.
Suits: Organizations that want to host their own office suite
- Free plan · from $2.50/mo
Zoho Writer
Free online word processor with AI and document automation
- Zoho Writer starts at $2.50 per user / month, billed annually (Zoho WorkDrive Starter). WPS Writer starts at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+).
- Only Zoho Writer lists a browser extension.
Suits: Individuals who want a free word processor on every device
Limits worth knowing in WPS Writer
- WPS Writer 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.
- The pricing page says its prices apply to PC and Android, and it gives no prices for Mac or iOS.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to WPS Writer?
The alternatives to WPS Writer in this directory are Microsoft Word, LibreOffice Writer, Google Docs, ONLYOFFICE and Zoho Writer. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with WPS Writer.
Is there a free alternative to WPS Writer?
Yes. LibreOffice Writer is free to use. Microsoft Word, Google Docs, ONLYOFFICE and Zoho Writer have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Is there an open-source alternative to WPS Writer?
LibreOffice Writer and ONLYOFFICE are described as open source on their own sites.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.