Free Web-based Google Sheets Alternatives

There are many alternatives to Google Sheets as a web app if you are looking for a replacement. The best free Online alternative is ONLYOFFICE, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Google Sheets and many of them are free and available as a web app so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free Online alternatives to Google Sheets are Proton Sheets, Grist, Baserow and EtherCalc.

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  1. ONLYOFFICE icon

    ONLYOFFICE

     669 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.

    83 ONLYOFFICE alternatives

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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
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    ONLYOFFICE vs Google Sheets Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    -2

    It doesn't have the same online cloud type

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • ONLYOFFICE is Free and Open SourceGoogle Sheets is Free and Proprietary
    • ONLYOFFICE is Privacy focusedGoogle Sheets is not according to our users
  2. Proton Sheets icon

    Proton Sheets

     40 likes

    End-to-end encrypted spreadsheets enabling secure business data management, real-time collaboration with access controls, data analysis with automatic functions and visual tools, integration with cloud storage, and cross-device workspace access for teams.

    58 Proton Sheets alternatives

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    • Online
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  4. Grist icon

    Grist

     52 likes

    Open-source tool merges spreadsheets, databases, and app-building. Offers a spreadsheet interface, Python engines, real-time collaboration, and cell-level security controls. Choose cloud or self-hosting to maintain data ownership, free team account offers available.

    47 Grist alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
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    Grist vs Google Sheets Comments
    Anoih
    Negative
    1

    It's a Database platform, not spreadsheet document creator platform. It's more like Airtable, Seatable, Stackby, Obvibase and Binders.

    • Grist is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Sheets is Free and Proprietary
    • Grist is Privacy focusedGoogle Sheets is not according to our users
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    Zoho Sheet icon
    Zoho Sheet

    Experience collaborative spreadsheets featuring real-time editing, AI-assisted analysis with over 350 functions, data automation tools, and seamless integration with over 1,000 apps. Enhanced security settings, a robust audit tra...

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    Baserow

     71 likes

    Baserow is the secure, open-source platform for building databases, applications, automations, and AI agents — all without code. Trusted by over 150,000 users, Baserow delivers enterprise-grade security with GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2 Type II compliance, plus cloud and self-hosted...

    53 Baserow alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Kubernetes
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Cloudron
    • Docker
    • Docker Hub
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    Baserow vs Google Sheets Comments
    rastern
    Negative
    0

    Baserow is yet another database frontend, Google sheets is a spreadsheet. These have different objectives.

    • Baserow is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Sheets is Free and Proprietary
    • Baserow is Privacy focused and DecentralizedGoogle Sheets is not according to our users
  7. EtherCalc icon

    EtherCalc

     48 likes

    EtherCalc is a web spreadsheet. Your data is saved on the web, and people can edit the same document at the same time. Everybody's changes are instantly reflected on all screens. Work together on inventories, survey forms, list management, brainstorming sessions and more!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Sandstorm
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    EtherCalc vs Google Sheets Comments
    Paul
    Positive
    2

    Best alternative to Google Sheets. It's online, lightweight and really fast. It has all the features I need. Plus, it's open-source and not owned by Google.

    Guest
    Positive
    2

    multiple users can edit the same sheet

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • EtherCalc is Free and Open SourceGoogle Sheets is Free and Proprietary
  8. IronCalc icon

    IronCalc

     8 likes

    The democratization of spreadsheets. Empowering everyone with advanced, open-source spreadsheet solutions.

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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  10. Numbers icon

    Numbers

     74 likes

    Create gorgeous spreadsheets with Numbers for Mac. Get started with one of over 30 Apple-designed templates for your home budget, checklist, invoice, mortgage calculator, and more. Add tables, charts, text, and images anywhere on the free-form canvas.

    113 Numbers alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  11. Rows icon

    Rows

     8 likes

    Combines robust spreadsheets with built-in integrations from business apps, enabling workflow automation. Interactive sharing enhances tasks across sectors like Sales, Marketing, and Operations, while data enrichment and API integration refine tools. Creative elements and real-time collaboration foster innovation.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Online
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  13. Zoho Sheet icon

    Zoho Sheet

     17 likes

    Experience collaborative spreadsheets featuring real-time editing, AI-assisted analysis with over 350 functions, data automation tools, and seamless integration with over 1,000 apps. Enhanced security settings, a robust audit trail, and advanced visualization options cater to diverse data analysis needs.

    77 Zoho Sheet alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Zoho Sheet vs Google Sheets Comments
    James Long
    Positive
    0

    This is the first ACTUAL alternative to Google Sheets on the list. It's an online utility for office work, intended for small businesses. In fact, in many ways, the ZOHO suite offerings are FAR superior to Googles, as ZOHO offers all sorts of small business utilities, not just replicating M$ Office, like Google does.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Basic features are free, fully online, multiple people accessing the same sheet simultaneously, and fully formula integration for sheets,

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Zoho Sheet is Free Personal and ProprietaryGoogle Sheets is Free and Proprietary
  14. Listium icon

    Listium

     18 likes

    Create, share and publish all your lists in one place. Browse other people's public lists for ideas, and copy the ones you like.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Calcul.io

     1 like

    Calcul.io offers realtime calculator with notepad like interface and advanced features like unit conversions, currency rates or date time math.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    Overview of functionality
     
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