Bean Alternatives for Linux

Bean is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is LibreOffice - Writer, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Bean and 16 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Bean are Manuskript, Apache OpenOffice Writer, AbiWord and TextMaker.

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  1. An open-source word processor offering rich formatting and style options across multiple platforms. Versatile enough to handle both simple memos and complex book publishing, it supports a wide range of document formats and Microsoft Word compatibility, enhancing productivity through templates and layouts.

    98 LibreOffice - Writer alternatives

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    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • ReactOS
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  2. Manuskript icon
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    Open-source software offering a hierarchical outliner, distraction-free editor, character management, plot tools, Snowflake method support, section multi-organization, customizable writing workflows, cross-platform availability, and export to standard formats.

    168 Manuskript alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  3. Writer, part of the Apache OpenOffice suite, is an open-source word processor. It supports the ISO standard Open Document Format (ODF) for data interchange as its default file format, as well as Microsoft Office 97-2003 formats, Microsoft Office 2007...

    77 Apache OpenOffice Writer alternatives

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  4. AbiWord icon
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    AbiWord is a free word processing program similar to Microsoft® Word. It is suitable for a wide variety of word processing tasks.

    70 AbiWord alternatives

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    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
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    • Flatpak
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  5. TextMaker icon
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    TextMaker is the word processor in SoftMaker Office – fast, powerful, compatible and GDPR-compliant.

    74 TextMaker alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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  6. WPS Writer icon
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    WPS Writer, part of WPS Office , is dependable and fast word processing software that is highly compatible with Microsoft Word , and can read and edit DOC and DOCX formats.

    77 WPS Writer alternatives

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    • Freemium
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  7. Zoho Writer icon
     59 likes

    Cloud-based word processor with AI assistant for improved writing, document publishing across platforms, e-signature, mobile apps, and MS Word compatibility. Offers collaborative tools, custom workflows, secure cloud storage, and seamless integration with other Zoho applications.

    84 Zoho Writer alternatives

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    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
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  8. Twake icon
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    Twake is a real-time teamwork platform. It is a suite of collaborative tools that includes the specificities of some bestsellers (Slack, Trello, Google Drive...). We provide professional messaging, storage space, online collaborative editors (Words, Excel, PowerPoint), task...

    133 Twake alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
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    • Online
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  9. Fidus Writer icon
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    Fidus Writer is an online collaborative LaTeX editor especially made for academics who need to use citations and/or formulas. The editor focuses on the content rather than the layout, so that with the same text, you can later on publish it in multiple ways: On a website, as a...

    92 Fidus Writer alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
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  10. WebkitWord icon
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    Webkit Word is a feature-rich text editor built with GTK4/Libadwaita that provides a modern word processing experience. Using the WebKit rendering engine, it offers powerful text editing capabilities in a clean, intuitive interface.

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    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  11. Celframe doesn't skimp on the features for its word processor Write. This office software application has nearly every tool you need in a word processor and has a similar look and feel you've likely been familiar with for years.

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    • Mac
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    • Wine
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  12. SolidWriting icon
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    SolidWriting offers an intuitive interface and powerful features for creating and editing documents. Easily open, edit, and save SWDOC/SWDOC64 and DOCX files. With advanced text formatting, offline AI assistance, and multilingual support, streamline your writing process.

    130 SolidWriting alternatives

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    • Android Tablet
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