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Top Office Suites like Apple iWork

The most popular alternative to Apple iWork is Microsoft 365, which has a free version. Other great alternatives to Apple iWork are Google Workspace, LibreOffice, ONLYOFFICE, and WPS Office.

Most alternatives to Apple iWork are in the Office Suites category, compared here by price, platform and features.

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  1. Microsoft 365

    4.6(5.8K) · App Store

    Microsoft 365 bundles Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive and Teams in a single subscription for individuals, families and businesses. Files sync across Windows, Mac, mobile and the browser, with co-authoring and Copilot AI features in eligible plans. Free web versions of the core apps are available with a Microsoft account.

    9 Microsoft 365 alternatives

    Pros

    • Industry-standard Word, Excel and PowerPoint with their full features
    • Co-authoring and OneDrive sync across all devices
    • Free web versions of the core apps

    Cons

    • Full desktop apps require an ongoing subscription
    • Copilot features are limited to eligible plans
    • The sheer number of features can overwhelm simple needs
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
    Categories
    Office SuitesCloud Storage & File Sharing
    Platforms
    WebWindowsMaciPhoneAndroid
    Features
    AI assistantCross-device syncMicrosoft Office file compatibilityReal-time collaborationTemplatesTrack changes
    Visit websiteMore about Microsoft 365

  2. Google Workspace

    Google Workspace groups Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides and Meet into a browser-based suite built around real-time collaboration. The apps are free with a personal Google account, while paid business plans add custom-domain email, more storage, admin controls and Gemini AI features. Documents can be edited offline and exported to Microsoft Office formats.

    11 Google Workspace alternatives

    Pros

    • Smooth real-time co-editing in Docs, Sheets and Slides
    • Free to use with a personal Google account
    • Gmail, Drive, Calendar and Meet are tightly integrated

    Cons

    • Fewer advanced features than desktop Office apps
    • Complex Office files may lose formatting on import
    • Custom-domain email and admin tools require paid plans
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
    Categories
    Office SuitesCloud Storage & File Sharing
    Platforms
    WebiPhoneAndroid
    Features
    AI assistantIntegrationsMicrosoft Office file compatibilityOffline modeReal-time collaborationTeam collaboration
    Visit websiteMore about Google Workspace

  3. LibreOffice

    4.5Kstars

    LibreOffice is a desktop office suite maintained by The Document Foundation, with Writer, Calc, Impress, Draw, Base and Math. It uses the OpenDocument format natively and opens and saves Microsoft Office files. It is free for any use, works fully offline and can be extended with community extensions and templates.

    12 LibreOffice alternatives

    Pros

    • Free for any use, with no account or subscription
    • Full suite with Writer, Calc, Impress, Draw and Base
    • Native OpenDocument support and fully offline use

    Cons

    • Interface feels dated next to Microsoft 365
    • Complex Office files can lose formatting
    • No real-time collaboration in the desktop apps
    Cost / License
    FreeOpen source
    Categories
    Office SuitesWord ProcessorsSpreadsheets & Databases
    Platforms
    WindowsMacLinux
    Features
    Ad-freeMicrosoft Office file compatibilityOffline modePlugins & extensionsTemplatesTrack changes
    Visit websiteMore about LibreOffice

  4. ONLYOFFICE

    3.6(176) · App Store

    ONLYOFFICE is an office suite from Ascensio System with editors for documents, spreadsheets, presentations, PDFs and forms, built around Microsoft Office formats. The desktop and mobile apps are free, and the online editors can be self-hosted or integrated into Nextcloud and other platforms, with paid cloud and enterprise editions. It supports real-time co-editing, plugins and AI assistants.

    12 ONLYOFFICE alternatives

    Pros

    • Strong compatibility with Microsoft Office formats
    • Free desktop and mobile apps, plus self-hostable online editors
    • Real-time co-editing and Nextcloud integration

    Cons

    • A self-hosted server needs technical setup
    • Enterprise features and support require paid editions
    • Fewer advanced features than Microsoft Office
    Cost / License
    FreemiumOpen source
    Categories
    Office SuitesWord ProcessorsSpreadsheets & Databases
    Platforms
    WebWindowsMacLinuxiPhoneAndroidSelf-hosted
    Features
    AI assistantMicrosoft Office file compatibilityOffline modePlugins & extensionsReal-time collaborationTrack changes
    Visit websiteMore about ONLYOFFICE

  5. WPS Office

    4.8(18.3K) · App Store

    WPS Office is an office suite developed by Kingsoft that combines a word processor, spreadsheet, presentation app and PDF tools in one interface with document tabs. It is compatible with Microsoft Office formats and available on desktop and mobile. The free version shows ads, while a paid subscription removes them and unlocks extra PDF features, cloud storage and WPS AI.

    12 WPS Office alternatives

    Pros

    • Tabbed interface for documents, sheets, slides and PDF tools
    • Good compatibility with Microsoft Office formats
    • Free on desktop and mobile, including Linux

    Cons

    • The free version shows ads
    • Extra PDF tools and WPS AI require a subscription
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
    Categories
    Office SuitesWord ProcessorsSpreadsheets & Databases
    Platforms
    WindowsMacLinuxiPhoneAndroid
    Features
    AI assistantCross-device syncMicrosoft Office file compatibilityMobile appTemplates
    Visit websiteMore about WPS Office

  6. Zoho Workplace

    Zoho Workplace brings together Zoho Mail, Writer, Sheet, Show, WorkDrive, Cliq and Meeting in one suite for small and mid-sized businesses. It offers custom-domain email, shared team folders and online editors that open Microsoft Office files, with the Zia assistant built in. A free plan covers a handful of users, and paid plans add storage and admin features.

    9 Zoho Workplace alternatives

    Pros

    • Mail, documents, storage and chat in one business suite
    • Custom-domain email, with a free plan for small teams
    • Integrates with the wider Zoho app ecosystem

    Cons

    • Editors are less capable than Microsoft or Google apps
    • Office editors run in the browser, with no desktop versions
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
    Categories
    Office SuitesEmail Clients & Providers
    Platforms
    WebiPhoneAndroid
    Features
    AI assistantIntegrationsMicrosoft Office file compatibilityReal-time collaborationTeam collaboration
    Visit websiteMore about Zoho Workplace

Apple iWork vs its alternatives at a glance

Pricing, platforms and the key features of Apple iWork, compared with its most popular alternatives.

Apple iWork vs its alternatives at a glance
AppPricingPlatformsAd-freeCross-device syncMicrosoft Office file compatibilityReal-time collaborationTemplates
Apple iWorkFreeWeb, Mac, iPhone
Microsoft 365FreemiumWeb, Windows, Mac, iPhone, Android
Google WorkspaceFreemiumWeb, iPhone, Android
LibreOfficeFreeOpen sourceWindows, Mac, Linux
ONLYOFFICEFreemiumOpen sourceWeb, Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, Android, Self-hosted
WPS OfficeFreemiumWindows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, Android

Apple iWork alternatives: frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to Apple iWork?

The most popular alternative to Apple iWork is Microsoft 365: Microsoft's subscription suite with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Other great alternatives are Google Workspace, LibreOffice, ONLYOFFICE, and WPS Office.

Is there a free alternative to Apple iWork?

Yes, 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan, including Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, LibreOffice, and ONLYOFFICE.

Is there an open source alternative to Apple iWork?

Yes, 2 open source alternatives are listed, including LibreOffice and ONLYOFFICE.

Is Apple iWork free?

Yes, Apple iWork is free to use.

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