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Best Microsoft Excel alternatives in 2026

Microsoft Excel is microsoft's spreadsheet app, with Mac, iPhone, iPad and Android versions. These 5 alternatives come from the same rankings, ordered by editorial score. Connected products carry a small, disclosed lift.

5 alternatives From best spreadsheet software How we rank

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  1. 1

    Google Sheets

    Also runs on Web. The easiest shared spreadsheet here: several people edit one file from any browser, and it opens Excel files. Some Gemini features need a Workspace plan, and offline use works only through the browser.

    Best for Shared sheets and team trackers

    WebAndroidiOSFree plan, paid upgrades

    91.0of 100
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  2. 2

    LibreOffice

    Is open source; also runs on Linux. Free and open source on Windows, macOS and Linux, and it reads and writes Microsoft Office formats. It has no cloud co-editing and looks more dated than Excel or Google Sheets.

    Best for Free offline spreadsheets and open-source use

    WindowsmacOSLinuxFree and open sourceOpen source

    88.0of 100
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  3. 3

    Numbers

    Also runs on Web. Free to download on Apple devices, with templates, categories and real-time sharing that needs no subscription. It has no Windows or Android app, so sharing with Excel users means exporting.

    Best for Spreadsheets on Mac, iPhone and iPad

    macOSiOSWebFree plan, paid upgrades

    86.5of 100
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  4. 4

    WPS Office

    Also runs on Linux. A free desktop and mobile suite that opens Excel files, adds PDF tools and supports real-time editing. Premium features are paid, and it is less common in workplaces than Microsoft 365.

    Best for Free Office-compatible editing on desktop and mobile

    WindowsmacOSLinuxAndroidiOSFree plan, paid upgrades

    83.0of 100
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  5. 5

    Zoho Sheet

    Also runs on Web. A free online spreadsheet with Excel import, Zia charts and pivots, and apps for desktop and mobile. Its strongest links run to other Zoho apps, so standalone use gains less.

    Best for Small teams already using Zoho apps

    WebWindowsmacOSAndroidiOSChromeOSFree

    80.5of 100
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About Microsoft Excel alternatives

What is the best alternative to Microsoft Excel?
On listme.name the highest-scored alternative is Google Sheets, followed by LibreOffice. The right choice depends on price, platform and whether you need open source.
Is there a free alternative to Microsoft Excel?
Yes. Free options include Google Sheets, LibreOffice, Numbers.