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Office software products – 16 of the best

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Last updated:Sunday, September 14, 2014
Office software products - 16 of the best

Office software products – 16 of the best

 
Below is a list of 16 Office suite products, these are mostly compatible with Microsoft standard file format (.DOC, .DOCX, .XLS, .XLSX, etc.) and/or OpenDocument Format (ODF) – Industry standard (.ODT, .ODS, etc.).
 
Which is the best? – Well, very much a personal preference, significantly based on what the product will be used for, whether collaboration with others is required (sharing) and also from which device it is to be primarily used on.
 
File Sharing - ServicesFile sharing, whilst covered to some degree below by most of the office cloud products – a specific article will be written to cover this in more detail, this will cover the best file sharing options.
including; DropBox, Google Drive, Microsofts OneDrive, Amazon Cloud, CX, SpiderOak, SugarSync, Hightail, Box, etc..
 
PDF - Portable Document FormatPDF readers / writers have not been taken into account – (Adobe reader, is the industry standard reader) and whilst some of the below allow for saving into PDF format, better quality documents can be produced from specific PDF writers (VisageSoft ExpertPDF / AvantQuest Expert PDF is are good examples, these create PDF printer services, which when printed to, produce high quality PDF files).
 


 

The Industry Defacto Standard

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Office - Mobile, 2013 and 365 - Industry Defacto Standard
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcSupports - PresentationsSupports - SQL / DatabaseSupports - Publisher / Graphics

Cloud based product availableWindows 7/8 compatibleApple Mac OS X compatibleDoes not install locally on LinuxDoes not install locally on Blackberry

Android compatible (Google Play)iOS - iPad and/or iPhone compatible (AppStore)Available for software outright purchaseAvailable for recurring subscriptionFree option - NOT Available

Subscription: Home £6 p/mth (x1), £8 p/mth (x5), Office 3-8 p/mth – Purchase Std: £220, Pro: £390, Student £110 –
Smart Phone: Cloud based, but you will need a 356 account.
Professional version includes Outlook which is an email client, calendar / simple contact manager and Publisher for producing posters / signs etc.
VISIO is an optional extra, which produces flowcharts / diagrams.


 

Best FREE Cloud based office package

Google Docs

Google Docs
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcSupports - PresentationsDOES NOT SUPPORT - SQL / DatabaseSupports - Publisher / Graphics

CLOUD basedDoes not install locally on Windows 7/8 Does not install locally on Apple Mac OS XDoes not install locally on LinuxDoes not install locally on Blackberry

Android compatible (Google Play)iOS - iPad and/or iPhone compatible (AppStore)NO outright purchase availableNO recurring subscription neededFREE option product

All versions – Totally FREE, 15GB of space
Extra storage space can be increased for as low fee e.g. 100gb for $2 p/mth, Unlimited is $10 p/mth p/user.
Google Apps for Business, incorporate Google Docs (colaborate) and more; Gmail, Hangouts, Calendar, Google+ (including geo-location photos), Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms, Slides, Sites and Vault.
Google Drive is Google’s cloud-based storage service, which facilitates Cloud sharing of files of all types, integrating with Google Docs for editing.  One of the key elements, being the ability for Multiple users to edit documents at the same time and for any changes to show up in real-time.  Google probaably has plans to incorporate a simple database within Docs and the Spreadsheet option can be used as a simple database, however there are other Google options that cover cloud databases,one example is Google Cloud SQL.


 

Best FREE alternative office package

WPS Office

WPS Office - best FREE - (previously known as kingston)
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcSupports - PresentationsDOES NOT SUPPORT - SQL / DatabaseDOES NOT SUPPORT - Publisher / Graphics

NOT Cloud basedWindows 7/8 compatibleApple Mac OS X compatibleLinux compatibleDoes not install locally on Blackberry

Android compatible (Google Play)iOS - iPad and/or iPhone compatible (AppStore)NO outright purchase availableNO recurring subscription neededFREE option product

All versions – Totally FREE
There is no specific graphical editor, but includes Microsoft Office compatible Presentation, Writer and Spreadsheets, which in there own way produce their own graphics and is not compatible with OpenDocument Format (ODF)


 

Worth considering – not yet on Smart Phones

Libre Office

Libre Office
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcSupports - PresentationsSupports - SQL / DatabaseSupports - Publisher / Graphics

CLOUD basedWindows 7/8 compatibleApple Mac OS X compatibleLinux compatibleDoes not install locally on Blackberry

Does not install locally on AndroidDoes not install locally on iOS - iPad / iPhoneNO outright purchase availableNO recurring subscription neededFREE option product

All versions – Totally FREE
Libre Office is compatible with packages Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher, also allows the use of the modern open standard, the OpenDocument Format (ODF).  Libre Office is extremely good and comprehensive, this would have been the best alternative Office Suite, but as yet it is not available on a Smart Phone platform.  However, as of Aug 2014, an Android version is being developed and well under way – this package is well worth considering.


 

Best of the rest – Alphabetically

Apache OpenOffice

Apache OpenOffice
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcSupports - PresentationsSupports - SQL / DatabaseDOES NOT SUPPORT - Publisher / Graphics

NOT Cloud basedWindows 7/8 compatibleApple Mac OS X compatibleLinux compatibleBlackberry

Does not install locally on AndroidDoes not install locally on iPad and/or iPhoneNO outright purchase availableNO recurring subscription neededFREE option product

All versions – Totally FREE
Compatible with other major office suites, Apache OpenOffice is free to download and includes Writer, Calc, Impress, Base, Draw (Flowcharts / diagrams), Math (Equations) but does not have a specific Publisher equivalent.
 

Apple iWork

Apple iWork
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcSupports - PresentationsDOES NOT SUPPORT - SQL / DatabaseDOES NOT SUPPORT - Publisher / Graphics

Cloud based product availableDoes not install locally on WindowsApple Mac OS X compatibleLinux compatibleDoes not install locally on Blackberry

Does not install locally on AndroidiOS - iPad and/or iPhone compatible (AppStore)NO outright purchase availableNO recurring subscription neededFREE option product

iWork is Totally FREE
This includes Pages (Word processing), Numbers (spreadsheet / charts), and Keynote (presentation) – In this free version, there is the lack of a Publisher and Database.
Good versions though are available from a 3rd party suppliers (for a small charge) – iStudio Publisher is a great app that covers publishing and FileMaker caters for databases / tables etc.
 

CloudOn

CloudOn
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcSupports - PresentationsDOES NOT SUPPORT - SQL / DatabaseDOES NOT SUPPORT - Publisher / Graphics

Cloud based product availableDoes not install locally on WindowsDoes not install locally on Apple MacDoes not install locally on LinuxDoes not install locally on Blackberry

Android compatible (Google Play)iOS - iPad and/or iPhone compatible (AppStore)NO outright purchase availableNO recurring subscription neededFREE option product

All versions – Totally FREE
Has integration with Google Drive, DropBox, Box, OneDrive and Hightail – cloud sharing technologies.
 

CollateBox

CollateBox
DOES NOT SUPPORT - Documents / Word / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcDOES NOT SUPPORT - PresentationsDOES NOT SUPPORT - SQL / DatabaseDOES NOT SUPPORT - Publisher / Graphics

CLOUD basedDoes not install locally on WindowsDoes not install locally on Apple MacDoes not install locally on LinuxDoes not install locally on Blackberry

Does not install locally on AndroidDoes not install locally on iPad and/or iPhoneNO outright purchase availableMONTHLY subscription neededNot available free, after 15 day trial

Subscription based
ColateBox is just a cloud based spreadsheet, but a very good one, with excellent sharing / version control – Has a FREE 15 day trial, then PAID at $10 p/mth
 

DataViz – Documents To Go

DataViz - Documents To Go
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcSupports - PresentationsDOES NOT SUPPORT - SQL / DatabaseDOES NOT SUPPORT - Publisher / Graphics

NOT Cloud basedDoes not install locally on Windows 7/8Does not install locally on Apple Mac OS XDoes not install locally on LinuxeBlackberry compatible

Android compatible (Google Play)iOS - iPad and/or iPhone compatible (AppStore)NO outright purchase availableNO recurring subscription neededFREE option product

All versions – Totally FREE
‘Docs To Go’ as it is affectionately known, runs on Android, iOS (iPhone/iPad) and Blackberry devices. Allows saving anywhere including to multiple cloud services and your computer.
 

LucidChart

LucidChart
DOES NOT SUPPORT - Documents / Word Processor / WriterDOES NOT SUPPORT - Spreadsheets / CalcDOES NOT SUPPORT - PresentationsDOES NOT SUPPORT - SQL / DatabaseSupports - Charts, Diagrams, MindMaps / Graphics

CLOUD basedDoes not install locally on Windows 7/8Does not install locally on Apple Mac OS XDoes not install locally on LinuxDoes not install locally on Blackberry

Does not install locally on AndroidDoes not install locally on iOS - iPad and/or iPhoneNO outright purchase availableRecurring subscription model - ONLYNO FREE option product

Cloud based version only – Subscription $3-£21 p/mth
Whilst this is not a complete Office replacement, it provides very good Diagram, Flowcharts, Mindmaps on a Cloud, recurring subscription basis.  THere is a FREE 14 day trial and a limited FREE option.
 

MobiSystems OfficeSuite

MobiSystems OfficeSuite
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcSupports - PresentationsDOES NOT SUPPORT - SQL / DatabaseDOES NOT SUPPORT - Publisher / Graphics

NOT Cloud basedDoes not install locally on Windows 7/8Does not install locally on Apple Mac OS XDoes not install locally on LinuxDoes not install locally on Blackberry

Android compatible (Google Play)Does not install locally on iOS - iPad and/or iPhonePurchase availableNO recurring subscription neededFREE trial only

One off purchase £15 (Google Play) – FREE trial
One of if not the best Android Office suites – PCMAG Editor’s Choice and Google Play Editor’s Choice mobile / smart phone office – Word processing, Spreadsheets and Presentations.
 

NeoOffice

NeoOffice
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcSupports - PresentationsDOES NOT SUPPORT - SQL / DatabaseDOES NOT SUPPORT - Publisher / Graphics

NOT Cloud basedDoes not install locally on Windows 7/8Apple Mac OS X compatibleDoes not install locally on LinuxDoes not install locally on Blackberry

Does not install locally on AndroidDoes not install locally on iOS - iPad and/or iPhonePurchase availableNO recurring subscription neededNO FREE option product

Mac OS X only – One off payment $30
Users can view, edit, and save OpenOffice documents, PDF files, and most Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents – Also downloadable from the MAC App Store
 

Polaris Office

Apache OpenOffice
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcSupports - PresentationsDOES NOT SUPPORT - SQL / DatabaseDOES NOT SUPPORT - Publisher / Graphics

NOT Cloud basedDoes not install locally on Windows 7/8Does not install locally on Apple Mac OS XDoes not install locally on LinuxDoes not install locally on Blackberry

Android compatible (Google Play)iOS - iPad and/or iPhone compatible (AppStore)NO outright purchase availableNO recurring subscription neededFREE option product + in-app purchases

All versions – FREE, there as some in-app purchases
Chromecast display compatible, Microsoft Word / Excel and Powerpoint compatible file formats (not ODF), HWP (Hangul – word processor), PDF & TXT – There is the ability to use the Cloud via Browsers and a Windows 7/8 Sync utility to view documents that have been created via Polaris on a Smart Phone
 

SoftMaker FreeOffice

SoftMaker FreeOffice
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcSupports - PresentationsDOES NOT SUPPORT - SQL / DatabaseDOES NOT SUPPORT - Publisher / Graphics

NOT Cloud basedWindows 7/8 compatibleDoes not install locally on Apple Mac OS XLinux compatibleDoes not install locally on Blackberry

Does not install locally on AndroidDoes not install locally on iOS - iPad and/or iPhonePurchase upgrade availableNO recurring subscription neededFREE option product

All versions – Totally FREE
Microsoft Word / Excel and Powerpoint compatible file formats (not ODF)
If you like the FREE version, you can upgrade to SoftMaker, a more fully featured version.
 

SSuite Office

SSuite Office
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcSupports - PresentationsDOES NOT SUPPORT - SQL / DatabaseDOES NOT SUPPORT - Publisher / Graphics

NOT Cloud basedWindows 7/8 compatibleApple Mac OS X compatibleLinux compatibleDoes not install locally on Blackberry

Android compatible (Google Play)iOS - iPad and/or iPhone compatible (AppStore)NO outright purchase availableNO recurring subscription neededFREE option product

All versions – Totally FREE
Along with the standard office compatible , WordGraph (Word processor / Presentations), Accel (Spreadsheet) and Databases (ODBC), there is a free Financial MyMoney package and various free communication utilities.
SSuite also has the ability to access cloud based documents directly from inside the application (DropBox and OneDrive).
Portable compact USB versions are also available.
 

ZOHO

ZOHO
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / WriterSupports - Spreadsheets / CalcSupports - PresentationsDOES NOT SUPPORT - SQL / DatabaseDOES NOT SUPPORT - Publisher / Graphics

CLOUD basedWindows 7/8 compatibleApple Mac OS X compatibleLinux compatibleDoes not install locally on Blackberry

Android compatible (Google Play)iOS - iPad and/or iPhone compatible (AppStore)NO outright purchase availableNO recurring subscription neededFREE option product 5gb - Can purchase more space

All versions – FREE for 5gb storage
Extra storage can be purchased from; 250gb $5 p/mth for each of 5+ users, 1tb $8 p/mth for each of 10+ users
Microsoft File format compatible (Word/Excel/PowerPoint), Enables file sharing, Version history and Cloud/Desktop syncing
FREE Apps available on Google Play and App store.
 
 

Key:

 
Supports - Documents / Word Processor / Writer  –  Supports – Documents / Word Processor / Writer

Supports - Spreadsheets / Calc  –  Supports – Spreadsheets / Calc

Supports - Presentations  –  Supports – Presentations

Supports - Data, Database, SQL and/or Tables  –  Supports – Data, Database, ODBC, SQL and/or Tables

Supports - Publisher, Charts and/or Graphics  –  Supports – Publisher, Charts and/or Graphics

Cloud / Browser based apps
–  Cloud / Browser based access

Windows 7/8 compatible
–  Windows 7/8 compatible

Apple Mac OS X compatible
–  Apple Mac OS X compatible

Linux compatible
–  Linux compatible

Blackberry compatible
–  Blackberry compatible

Android compatible (Google Play)
–  Android compatible (Google Play)

iOS - iPad and/or iPhone compatible (AppStore)
–  iOS – iPad and/or iPhone compatible (AppStore)

Outright purchase option, Installs locally
–  Outright purchase option, Installs locally

Recurring / Subscription payment model
–  Recurring / Subscription payment model

FREE option product
–  FREE option product

Basic FREE option, with ADDON purchases
–  Basic FREE option, with ADDON / IN-APP purchases
 
 

E&OE

All logos above (some are actual representations / others have been made for this article) are all copyright to their respective owners and are used here to reference the companies respective products – clicking on any logo will direct you to the website in question.


Related links:

Adobe PDF reader
Amazon Cloud – file sharing
Apache OpenOffice
App Store
Apple iWork
AvantQuest ExpertPDF
Blackberry
Box – file sharing
CloudOn
CollateBox
CX – file sharing
DataViz – Documents To Go
DropBox – file sharing
FileMaker
FreeOffice – SoftMaker
Google Apps
Google Cloud SQL
Google Docs
Google Drive – file sharing
Google Play – Android Store
Hightail – file sharing
iStudio Publisher
LucidChart
Microsoft
Microsoft Office
MobiSystems OfficeSuite
NeoOffice
OpenDocument Format (ODF) – Industry standard
OneDrive – file sharing
Polaris Office
SoftMaker – paid for Upgrade
SpiderOak – file sharing
SSuite Office
SugarSync – file sharing
VisageSoft ExpertPDF
WPS Office
ZOHO
 


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