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LyX pricing

LyX is free to use.

FreeChecked Nov 12, 2026 against lyx.org

Plans and prices

Starts at
Free
Free plan
LyX is free software under a free and open source license. The site has a Donate page but nothing is required to use it.
Free trial
None listed
Free$0The full document processor for Windows, macOS and Linux. A TeX distribution is installed separately.

Read from lyx.org on Nov 12, 2026. Prices change, so confirm with LyX before you buy.

How LyX's price compares

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Each price is the vendor’s own, with its billing basis as stated. Check dates are on each tool’s page.

LyX pricing questions

Is LyX free?

Yes. LyX is free to use. LyX is free software under a free and open source license. The site has a Donate page but nothing is required to use it.

How much does LyX cost?

LyX lists one plan. Free: $0. Prices were read from lyx.org on Nov 12, 2026.

When were LyX's prices last checked?

On Nov 12, 2026, against lyx.org. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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