Our take: A free, open-source office suite for people who want to work offline without an account, though Microsoft Office files are worth a layout check.
- Free and open source
- No account, local processing
- 6 apps incl. Writer, Calc, Impress
- Not tested by us yet
- ? China access — not tested yet
Checked before installing
Checked 28 Sep 2026 · from official pricing and help pages · not tested hands-on yet
PriceFree
PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux
AccountNot required
Your data: It is installed software, so files are opened and saved on your own computer. The official site calls it a free and private office suite with no forced AI.
Data sheet
Every row shows how we know it
| Price | Free (at no cost) Official |
|---|---|
| License | Mozilla Public License v2.0 Official |
| Apps | Writer, Calc, Impress, Draw, Base, Math Official |
| Platforms | Windows 10+, macOS 10.15+, Linux (x64 and Aarch64) Official |
| Native format | OpenDocument (ODF) Official |
| MS Office fidelity | Not confirmed Not tested |
| Access from China | — Not tested |
When to use it
Pick it to write reports, budgets or slides offline with no subscription.
Before you use it
If you exchange DOCX or PPTX files, check the formatting on the other person’s side.
How to use it
- Download the installer for your OS from libreoffice.org.
- Install it and open Writer, Calc or Impress.
- Use Save As to choose DOCX or XLSX when sharing with Office users.
Alternatives
- ONLYOFFICE — Free desktop suite focused on Office formatsOn-device
- Google Docs — When you need live co-editingCloud
Checked 28 Sep 2026 · compiled from official information, not yet tested by us. Found something outdated? Tell us. · LibreOffice (official)