Google Docs Alternatives

Google Docs is described as 'Online word processor offering real-time collaboration, document conversion, robust formatting, revision history, redownloading, and language translation' and is a leading Word Processor in the office & productivity category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Google Docs for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Windows, Mac, Linux and SaaS apps. The best Google Docs alternative is ONLYOFFICE, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Google Docs are LibreOffice - Writer, CryptPad, Nuclino and Microsoft Word.

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Google Docs alternatives are mainly Word Processors, but if you're looking for Note-taking Tools or Team Collaboration Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Open Source, Online + Free, Online, Self-Hosted and Android. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Google Docs.
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  1. clausul icon
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    AI-powered document comparison for legal teams that separates material changes from formatting noise and produces clean, export-ready redlines.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  2. Plooma icon
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    Plooma is an all-in-one writing platform designed to help authors plan, write, and refine their books. It offers powerful tools for organizing stories, building worlds, and editing with ease.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  3. Qaxa icon
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    Qaxa is an end-to-end encrypted workspace for teams. Chat in real time, assign tasks, write notes, and share files — all encrypted on your device. Your encryption keys stay with you, so Qaxa can’t read your content. No trackers. No logs. No AI training.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Online
     
  4. Aktaba icon
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    Aktaba is a frictionless Personal Knowledge Management System (PKMS) designed for researchers, students, and thinkers who want the power of networked thought without the "learning cliff" of complex plugins or rigid databases.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  5. luild icon
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    AI-powered exam tool.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  6. AnySlate icon
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    A cross-platform Markdown editor for macOS, Windows, Linux, and the browser. It combines a professional writing experience with team collaboration and AI integration in one fast, native app.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
     
  7. GDocsOpen icon
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    Open, Edit and Save DOC and XLS files directly from Windows using Google Docs™.

    Easy to use Open by double click any MS Office, Open Office and Star Office document file; Saves time Automatic background upload to your Google Docs™ account; Auto-sync Synchronize local and remo.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  8. AmigaWriter icon
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    Word processing program from Haage and Partner, processed some Amiga formats and is compatible with Microsoft Office 2000.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • AmigaOS
     
  9. Save My Research is a private, record-keeping system, online tool for teams or individuals as a searchable journal to remember the history of their decisions.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  10. QJot icon
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    QJot is a relatively small, completely USB portable, alternative rich text editor with Unicode support that saves text files, inserts images and more.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  11. There is no need for bulky software that requires time and energy to maintain and setup. After installation, just click the save button and let SF·SO maintain your backups, revision history, and more without any intrusions whatsoever.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Microsoft Office Excel
     
  12. Hive.js icon
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    Hive.js is a real-time collaboration platform that is modular, scalable, integratable and extensible. It's a Node.js-based server with an accompanying web app that works in your browser.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Node.JS
     
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