Marq AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Desktop Publishers

The best Desktop Publisher alternative to Marq is Scribus, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Marq and 17 are Desktop Publishers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Desktop Publisher alternatives to Marq are Affinity Publisher, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Publisher and QuarkXPress.

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Marq alternatives page was last updated Jul 24, 2023
  1. Scribus icon
     378 likes

    Scribus is a desktop publishing (DTP) application. Scribus is designed for flexible layout and typesetting, and the ability to prepare files for professional quality image setting equipment. It can also create animated and interactive PDF presentations and forms.

    26 Scribus alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Desktop Publishing
    2.  Publishing
    3.  Interactive PDF forms
    4.  Fill PDF Forms
    5.  Color management
    6.  Portable
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Works Offline
    9.  Knowledge base
    10.  Convert images to PDF
    11.  Page labeling
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    Comments about Scribus as an Alternative to Marq
     
    Guest

    not as updated, not as easy to use

    Negative commentJan 8, 2019
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    Guest

    Not very novice friendly...the layout is definitely for someone who is advanced

    Negative commentDec 10, 2017
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    • Most users think Scribus is a great Marq alternative.

    • Scribus is the most popular Linux alternative to Marq.

    • Scribus is the most popular Open Source alternative to Marq.

    • Scribus is Free and Open SourceMarq is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Scribus is LightweightMarq is not according to our users
  2. Affinity Publisher icon
     73 likes

    From the earliest days of visualizing the Affinity range, we planned an unrivaled trio of sleek, modern apps tailored to work with the latest technology – ultra-fast, with stunning power and completely stripped of bloat.

    25 Affinity Publisher alternatives
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    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad

    Affinity Publisher Features

    1.  No Subscription
    2.  Inexpensive
    3.  Desktop Publishing
    4.  Edit PDF
    5.  Intuitive
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  Publishing
    8.  Grid layout
    9.  Sort pages
    10.  Print Brochure
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    Affinity Publisher VS Marq

    Is Affinity Publisher a good alternative to Marq?
     
    • Affinity Publisher is the most popular commercial alternative to Marq.

    • Affinity Publisher is Paid and ProprietaryMarq is Freemium and Proprietary
  3. Adobe InDesign icon
     145 likes

    Industry-leading software for creating professional layouts, suitable for both print and digital designs, with advanced typographic controls, interactive PDF capabilities, and seamless integration within the Adobe Creative Suite.

    49 Adobe InDesign alternatives
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    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    Adobe InDesign Features

    1.  Publishing
    2.  Print Brochure
    3.  Typesetting
    4.  Interactive PDF forms
    5.  Renting
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    Adobe InDesign VS Marq

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  4. Microsoft Publisher icon
     58 likes

    Integrated within the Microsoft Office Suite, this tool empowers users to create, personalize, and share diverse publications and marketing materials. It aids in brand building, track campaigns, and manage customer lists, with capabilities for print, web, and email distribution.

    26 Microsoft Publisher alternatives
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    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Microsoft Publisher Features

    1.  WYSIWYG Support
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Document templates
    4.  Publishing
    5.  Typesetting
    Discontinued

    On February 15, 2024, Microsoft announced that Publisher will reach its end of life on October 13, 2026. After this date, Publisher will no longer be included in Microsoft 365 plans, and existing on-premises installations will no longer be supported.

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    Microsoft Publisher VS Marq

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  5. QuarkXPress icon
     24 likes

    Page layout software for print and digital design. Unleash your creativity and maximize productivity with QuarkXPress.

    21 QuarkXPress alternatives
    QuarkXPress screenshot 1

    License model

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    Top QuarkXPress Features

    1.  Works Offline
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Color Picker
    5.  WYSIWYG Support
    6.  Export to HTML
    7.  Publishing
    8.  Layout
    9.  OpenType Support
    10.  Built-in Color picker
    11.  Built-in PDF converter
    12.  Built-in Image editor
    13.  Stylable TOC and Index
    14.  Handling of big imported pictures
    15.  Color Fonts Support
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  6. Adobe FrameMaker icon
     9 likes

    A desktop publishing (DTP) and word processing application that is popular for large documents.

    123 Adobe FrameMaker alternatives
    Adobe FrameMaker screenshot 1

    License model

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Adobe FrameMaker Features

    1.  Document structure management
    2.  XML import / export
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    Adobe FrameMaker VS Marq

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  7. Swift Publisher icon
     10 likes

    Swift Publisher is an easy-to-use page layout and desktop publishing app for Mac. This software provides all you need for creating impressive and professional-looking documents such as flyers, brochures, catalogs, magazines, booklets, newsletters, calendars, posters, menus...

    42 Swift Publisher alternatives
    Swift Publisher screenshot 1

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac

    Swift Publisher Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Layout
    3.  Print Brochure
    Swift Publisher iconMarq Icon

    Swift Publisher VS Marq

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  8. VivaDesigner icon
     8 likes

    This economically priced high end DTP program is extremely powerful and still very easy to use. With its innovative concepts, you can decisively improve your working processes and document management. With VivaDesigner, all collaborations between end customers, corporations and...

    41 VivaDesigner alternatives
    VivaDesigner screenshot 1

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    VivaDesigner Features

    1.  Works Offline
    2.  Layout
    3.  Multiple languages
    4.  Multi Column View
    5.  Support for MathML
    6.  Database Publishing
    7.  Team Publishing
    8.  Cloud based
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    VivaDesigner VS Marq

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  9. Laidout icon
     5 likes

    Laidout is desktop publishing software, particularly for multipage, cut and folded booklets, with page sizes that don't even have to be rectangular. The whole page view can be rotated to any angle. Warping is implemented.

    16 Laidout alternatives
    Laidout screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Works Offline
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Layout
    4.  Publishing
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  10. RagTime icon
     2 likes

    RagTime is both a traditional Office and DTP layout application. Like an office application, RagTime contains a powerful word processor, a sophisticated spreadsheet, and a tool for slide shows. It supports picture handling and creates business graphics.

    17 RagTime alternatives
    RagTime screenshot 1

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    RagTime Features

    1.  Layout
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  11. PageStream icon
     6 likes

    Pagestream is a proprietary desktop publishing program for Linux, Windows, Macintosh, and Amiga. It was originally released under the name Publishing Partner in 1986.

    16 PageStream alternatives
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    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AmigaOS

    PageStream Features

    1.  Export to PDF
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  12. Webworks ePublisher icon
     1 like

    ePublisher allows you to take advantage of new technologies and empowers you with features and formats that keep the integrity of your message while meeting the preferences of your audience.

    36 Webworks ePublisher alternatives
    Webworks ePublisher screenshot 1

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Webworks ePublisher Features

    1.  Publishing
    Webworks ePublisher iconMarq Icon

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