Microsoft Access AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Spreadsheet Apps for Linux

Microsoft Office Access is not available for Linux but there are some alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux Spreadsheet App alternative is Grist, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Microsoft Office Access and five of them are Spreadsheet Apps available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux Spreadsheet App alternatives to Microsoft Office Access are Symphytum, Matrify, Runabase and LyteRAD.

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Microsoft Office Access alternatives are mainly Database Management Tools but may also be Spreadsheet Apps or Team Collaboration Tools.  Other popular filters includes Mac + Free. Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Microsoft Office Access.
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Database management system with GUI and Jet Engine, seamlessly integrating into Windows for relational data handling and linking with external databases.

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Microsoft Office Access alternatives page was last updated Oct 12, 2024
  1. Grist icon
     36 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.

    35 Grist alternatives
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    License model

    • FreemiumOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Cross-references
    2.  Excel formulas
    3.  REST API
    4.  Database Management Tool
    5.  Import CSV Data
    6.  Form Builder
    7.  Linking capability
    8.  Real time collaboration
    9.  Export to CSV
    10.  Ad-free
    11.  Portable
    12.  Dark Mode
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  2. Symphytum icon
     31 likes

    Symphytum is a personal database software for everyone who desires to manage and organize data in an easy and intuitive way, without having to study complex database languages and software user interfaces.

    36 Symphytum alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Symphytum Features

    1.  Graphical User Interface
    2.  Import CSV Data
    3.  Portable
    4.  Data export/import
    5.  Cloud Sync
    6. Dropbox icon  Dropbox integration
    7. Dropbox icon  Sync with Dropbox
    8.  Personal Information Manager (PIM)
    Discontinued

    The GitHub repository is archived, no longer maintained.

    Symphytum iconMicrosoft Office Access Icon

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    Comments about Symphytum as an Alternative to Microsoft Office Access
     
    Guest

    Missing lot functionalities

    Negative commentAug 25, 2020
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    Guest

    It is a good portable software for simple table create, data entry. It is better if it can provide more on query for different field.

    Positive commentMar 14, 2020
    0
    Guest

    It doesn't open Access DB files to convert

    Negative commentOct 30, 2017
    -3
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    • Some users think Symphytum is a great Microsoft Office Access alternative, some don't.

    • Symphytum is Free and Open SourceMicrosoft Office Access is Paid and Proprietary
  3. Matrify icon
     16 likes

    Matrify is the middle way between spreadsheets and industry-specific software. Use Matrify to work on tables and lists with your team, e. g. for to-do lists, contacts, customers (CRM), inventory, licenses, real estates or tracking of issues, software requirements and software...

    61 Matrify alternatives
    Example list for "office library management".

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)

    Matrify Features

    1.  Import CSV Data
    2.  On-premises software
    3.  Export to CSV
    4.  Requirements management
    5.  Browser-based
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    Comments about Matrify as an Alternative to Microsoft Office Access
     
    Guest

    It is not a desktop product and does not have similar features to MS-Access.

    Negative commentApr 19, 2017
    0
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    • Matrify is Freemium and ProprietaryMicrosoft Office Access is Paid and Proprietary
  4. Runabase icon
     14 likes

    Simple, powerful and flexible tool for creating databases and accounting programs. NoSQL / No programming skills required.

    25 Runabase alternatives
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    License model

    • Free PersonalProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Runabase Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Multiple languages
    3.  SMS Messaging
    4.  Front End Forms customization
    5.  Rad
    6.  Sms from PC
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    Comments about Runabase as an Alternative to Microsoft Office Access
     
    Guest

    Very light and easy creation of databases.

    Positive commentMay 22, 2019
    -2
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    • Most users think Runabase is a great Microsoft Office Access alternative.

    • Runabase is Free Personal and ProprietaryMicrosoft Office Access is Paid and Proprietary
  5. LyteRAD icon
     3 likes

    Easy database and applications platform. Quickly create tables and start storing information like projects, sales data, customer information, product catalogs or bug tracker tables. Create custom solutions with tables, forms, reports and images.

    19 LyteRAD alternatives
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    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux

    LyteRAD Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Reporting
    Discontinued
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