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The best alternative to Google Docs is ONLYOFFICE, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Google Docs and many of them are so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting alternatives to Google Docs are LibreOffice - Writer, CryptPad, Nuclino and La Suite Docs.

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ONLYOFFICE
710 likes
Open-source office suite offering document, spreadsheet, and presentation editing with co-editing modes, plugin support, integration across 30+ services, robust security, and mobile access. Available in Community, Enterprise, and Home Server editions for versatile deployment.
93 ONLYOFFICE alternatives
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Free
Open Source (AGPL-3.0)
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Word Processor
Spreadsheet
Origin
Latvia
EU
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Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
HUAWEI AppGallery
iPad
Self-Hosted
AppImageHub
Snapcraft
Flathub
Samsung Galaxy Store
Software as a Service (SaaS)
Flatpak
Cloudron
Latvia
EU
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ONLYOFFICE vs Google Docs Comments
Positive comment by Shaz Shah · Nov 6, 2024
If you do move from M$ Office then the learning curve with OnlyOffice is not that steep, as they try to emulate the style of Office. The tabbed interface between different types of usage (word processor, spreadsheet, etc) is pretty cool. While the feature parity with Microsoft not there, OnlyOffice is very capable and (in my view) pretty much on par with Google Docs, as it can also be connected with other cloud storage providers.
Positive comment by intp · Oct 18, 2021
It's open source and free, and can integrate with many other services like NextCloud
Negative comment by Guest · May 9, 2025
Maybe it used to be but now it's all a paid service. Even for personal use.
3 of 4 comments
ONLYOFFICE is Free and Open SourceGoogle Docs is Free and Proprietary
ONLYOFFICE is Privacy focusedGoogle Docs is not according to our users
LibreOffice - Writer
1336 likes
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.
97 LibreOffice - Writer alternatives
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Free
Open Source (MPL-2.0)
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Word Processor
Origin
Germany
EU
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Mac
Windows
Linux
BSD
Flathub
PortableApps.com
ReactOS
Germany
EU
+2
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LibreOffice - Writer vs Google Docs Comments
Top Negative Comment by Shaz Shah · Oct 28, 2024
While I like and appreciate LibreOffice as an alternative desktop office suite, it does not fulfill the criteria for this alternative. It needs to provide an online collaboration experience, which it unfortunately doesn't provide today.

Peer-to-peer collaboration is on the roadmap, which I'm very eager to see implemented. More info here.
Comment by Anipe · Apr 21, 2022
More of an office clone due to the lack of online function
Negative comment by intp · Oct 18, 2021
Not really an apples-apples comparison. A more direct alternative would be something like Microsoft Word online or Perhaps NextCloud with OnlyOffice
3 of 6 comments
LibreOffice - Writer is Free and Open SourceGoogle Docs is Free and Proprietary
LibreOffice - Writer is Privacy focused and LightweightGoogle Docs is not according to our users
CryptPad
193 likes
CryptPad is a private-by-design alternative to popular office tools and cloud services. All the content stored on CryptPad is encrypted before being sent, which means nobody can access your data unless you give them the keys.
119 CryptPad alternatives
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Freemium
Open Source (AGPL-3.0)
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Word Processor
Team Collaboration
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France
EU
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Software as a Service (SaaS)
Self-Hosted
Cloudron
France
EU
+7
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CryptPad vs Google Docs Comments
Top Positive Comment by Guest · Mar 21, 2017
Zero Knowledge collaborative editor. None of the other editors have this feature which is nescesary in today's world!
Top Negative Comment by Guest · Apr 9, 2019
sheets and slides are missing
Positive comment by Douze · May 14, 2022
CryptPad is both secure AND easy to use. What's not to love about that ? Privacy isn't limited to tech savvy people anymore !
3 of 7 comments
CryptPad is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Docs is Free and Proprietary
CryptPad is Privacy focused and LightweightGoogle Docs is not according to our users
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Nuclino
138 likes
Nuclino is a unified workspace where teams can bring all their knowledge, docs, and projects together in one place. It’s a modern, simple, and blazingly fast way to collaborate, without the chaos of files and folders, context switching, or silos.
379 Nuclino alternatives
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Freemium
Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Note-taking
Team Collaboration
Origin
Germany
EU
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Android
iPhone
Chrome OS
iPad
Germany
EU
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Nuclino vs Google Docs Comments
Top Positive Comment by lynjensen · Aug 16, 2018
Like Google Docs, Nuclino allows users to collaborate on documents in real time, but instead of getting lost in folders, in Nuclino these documents are structured in a visual and easy-to-navigate way. It's like if every Trello card had its own Google Doc.
Positive comment by Alan Laiken · Apr 10, 2019
A cleaner and lighter version of Google Docs.
Positive comment by Madelyn Price · Jan 29, 2019
Does the same job, but faster and easier.
3 of 12 comments
Nuclino is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Docs is Free and Proprietary
Nuclino is a Note-taking Google Docs is a Word Processor
Nuclino is Lightweight and MinimalisticGoogle Docs is not according to our users
La Suite Docs
25 likes
Collaborative platform for real-time note-taking, documentation, and wikis, featuring offline editing, granular permissions, AI-assisted writing, multiple export formats, user-friendly formatting, scalable team support, customizable templates, and open-source licensing.
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (MIT)
Application typeApplication types
Note-taking
Team Collaboration
Origin
France
EU
Platforms
Online
Self-Hosted
Docker
Python
Typescript
JavaScript
React
Django
Next.js
France
EU
+2
Good alternative?Is La Suite Docs a good alternative to Google Docs?
Etherpad
98 likes
Etherpad is a highly customizable Open Source online editor providing collaborative editing in really real-time.
61 Etherpad alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (Apache-2.0)
Application typeApplication types
Team Collaboration
Word Processor
Origin
Germany
EU
Platforms
Online
Self-Hosted
Sandstorm
Cloudron
Germany
EU
Good alternative?Is Etherpad a good alternative to Google Docs?
TextMaker
68 likes
TextMaker is the word processor in SoftMaker Office – fast, powerful, compatible and GDPR-compliant.
73 TextMaker alternatives
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Freemium
Proprietary
Application type
Word Processor
Origin
Germany
EU
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Germany
EU
+2
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Twake
29 likes
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...
Cost / License
Freemium
Open Source (AGPL-3.0)
Application type
Team Collaboration
Origin
France
EU
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Self-Hosted
iPhone
Android
Online
France
EU
+2
Good alternative?Is Twake a good alternative to Google Docs?
Ellipsus
7 likes
Ellipsus is a collaborative writing tool purpose-built for creative writers. Designed for seamless collaboration and fearless creativity, Ellipsus makes it easier than ever to write, edit, and share stories—with anyone and on any device.
8 Ellipsus alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Proprietary
Origin
Germany
EU
Platforms
Online
Germany
EU
Good alternative?Is Ellipsus a good alternative to Google Docs?
Framapad
11 likes

Create a pad.

Start at write your text

and invite your employees.

Each participant is distinguished by a color

and can chat with the group.

If necessary, restore an old version from history

and when your work is done, export it.

28 Framapad alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (Apache-2.0)
Application type
Team Collaboration
Origin
France
EU
Platforms
Online
Self-Hosted
Good alternative?Is Framapad a good alternative to Google Docs?
Fortelling
10 likes
Fortelling provides the tools you need to plot & write your book.
89 Fortelling alternatives
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Freemium
Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Novel Authoring
Word Processor
Origin
Netherlands
EU
Platforms
Online
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Netherlands
EU
+3
Good alternative?Is Fortelling a good alternative to Google Docs?
dDocs
3 likes
ddocs.new is a privacy-first and open-source alternative to Google Docs and Microsoft Word, built on the Fileverse middleware.
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (AGPL-3.0)
Origin
Greece
EU
Platforms
Online
Good alternative?Is dDocs a good alternative to Google Docs?

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Nuclino

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