Free Microsoft Word Alternatives

The best free alternative to Microsoft Word is LibreOffice - Writer, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Microsoft Word and loads of them is free so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free alternatives to Microsoft Word are ONLYOFFICE, Google Docs, Apache OpenOffice Writer and WPS Writer.

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  1. Calligra Words icon
     26 likes

    Words is an intuitive word processor and desktop publisher application. With it, you can create informative and attractive documents with pleasure and ease.

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    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
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  2. Dictanote icon
     41 likes

    Switch between typing and voice to take notes with ease, supporting 40 languages. Real-time transcription captures paragraphs and emoticons while ensuring clear punctuation. Pro upgrade offers cloud storage and multiple note management options.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Chrome OS
    • Google Chrome
     
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  3. Airborn icon
     102 likes

    Create and edit documents online without sacrificing your privacy.

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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  4. Campfire provides a one-stop-shop for novelists: organizational and writing tools (Campfire Write), a hub of writing resources (Campfire Learn), & a writing and reading platform for building an audience and sharing your work (Campfire Explore).

    88 Campfire Write alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
     
  5. Framapad icon
     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.

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
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  6. Lattics icon
     10 likes

    Lattics is an all-in one knowledge management tool. It offers most of the things in Obsidian, Scrivener and Zotero together.

    34 Lattics alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  7. Script icon
     1 like

    Script is a text editor for digitally interconnected documents. A bit like Notion but for formal business & industrial processes. It turns text into dynamic workflows for seamless collaboration across work streams.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  8. Ellipsus icon
     4 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.

    3 Ellipsus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  9. Jarte icon
     21 likes

    The Jarte word processor uses Microsofts reliable, fast starting WordPad word processing engine while adding many features missing in WordPad.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
     
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  10. SMASHDOCs icon
     8 likes

    SMASHDOCs is a web-based intelligent word processor for collaborative writing and editing, featuring revolutionary change tracking technology. All changes are tracked in one single version of a document instead of creating multiple versions.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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  11. Looking for a suite of tools for writing your book? This is not just a text editor it does so much more. Organise your story using timelines, planning boards and the snowflake tool, all integrated to make writing intuitive and fun.

    88 Wavemaker Novel Writing alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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