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The best alternative to AbiWord 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 AbiWord and 12 are so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting alternatives to AbiWord are TextMaker, Calligra Words, Fidus Writer and Nevron Writer.

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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.

    91 LibreOffice - Writer alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • ReactOS
     
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  2. TextMaker icon
     65 likes

    TextMaker is the word processor in SoftMaker Office – fast, powerful, compatible and GDPR-compliant.

    72 TextMaker alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  3. Calligra Words icon
     26 likes

    Words is an intuitive word processor and desktop publisher application. With it, you can create informative and attractive documents with pleasure and ease.

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    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  4. Fidus Writer icon
     18 likes

    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...

    86 Fidus Writer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
     
  5. Nevron Writer icon
     23 likes

    Nevron Writer is a powerful word processor that can be used for any purpose - from writing a simple document to producing an entire book.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
     
  6. Rich text editor for Windows 10 and 11 offering tabbed windows, autosave, minimal UI, support for multiple files, basic and advanced RTF editing, AI-powered features, extension support including ChatGPT, and a smooth workspace for daily and professional use.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  7. Fibery icon
     14 likes

    In a modern world you have plenty of choices and limited time. Why choose Fibery? There are three main reasons that may resonate with you:

    219 Fibery alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  8. WebODF icon
     6 likes

    WebODF is a JavaScript library that makes it easy to add Open Document Format (ODF) support to your website and to your mobile or desktop application. It uses HTML and CSS to display ODF documents.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  9. AmigaWriter icon
     3 likes

    Word processing program from Haage and Partner, processed some Amiga formats and is compatible with Microsoft Office 2000.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • AmigaOS
     
  10. A good writing program doesn´t have to be expensive: Create and edit your documents with "Write-a-Document". You can open RTF and Word documents, among others. Print your documents or export them as PDF. Includes templates and wizards for many purposes.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
     
  11. SecureWords is the word processor with built-in password protection and 256-bit encryption.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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