SoftMaker Office 2026: Benefits, Features & Pricing

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Overview

SoftMaker Office

4.4

(13)

Pricing

Starting at $79.95 one time

About SoftMaker Office

SoftMaker Office 2024 offers an affordable, lighting-fast and easy to use alternative to Microsoft Office. It comprises of TextMaker, PlanMaker and Presentations. Supports Windows, macOS and Linux. TextMaker lets you create documents of any size in next to no time – be it a flyer, a brochure, a business letter or a complete scientific paper. Thanks to its native use of the DOCX file format, your documents are always compatible with Microsoft Word. The powerful spreadsheet program PlanMaker makes creating worksheets and charts of any complexity a cinch – from a simple timetable to the complex financial planning.

Thanks to its native use of the XLSX file format, your worksheets are always compatible with Microsoft Excel. Create impressive slide shows with Presentations. Thanks to breathtaking animations, slide transitions and sophisticated master pages, you are well-prepared for every presentation. As Presentations uses the PPTX file format natively, exchange with Microsoft PowerPoint is totally seamless.

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SoftMaker Office Pricing and Plans

Starting price: $79.95 one time

Free Trial

Free Version

Standard 2024

$79.95

per user, one time

No plan information available

Professional 2024

$99.95

per user, one time

No plan information available

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SoftMaker Office Features

Popular features found in Productivity
Collaboration Tools
Content Creation
Productivity Tools
Progress Tracking
Task Management
More features of SoftMaker Office
Business Process Automation
Data Import/Export
Document Management
Drag & Drop
Notes Management
Office Suite
Presentation Tools

SoftMaker Office User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.4

Ratings Breakdown

62%

15%

23%

Secondary Ratings

Ease of Use

4.6

Value for money

4.5

Customer support

4.4

Functionality

4.4

Angela C.

Verified reviewer

Graphic Design

2-10 employees

Used daily for less than 12 months

Review source

Reviewed October 2019

Efficient and simple office solution.

Overall I would recommend this product to anyone who is willing to try something new but like the familiarity of the old. Get's the ob done.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

This came across my desk as part of a solution on a laptop purchased. All my favorite solutions in a familiar way. This is a go-to software for making documents and spreadsheets. I dont use it much for presentations but it is way easy if needed. This is much of what we remember with some updated functions. And no more converting docs. This solution is integrated and does it all for you. It seems small but it is saving me so much time. Its fast and efficient and does the trick without over crowding space on my computer. Honestly, it's so close to Microsoft office that I thought it was Microsoft office at first. I tried the free trial and never looked back. And I love the personal touches like the "free font of the month."

Cons:

The support for this is online only. No calls and no 24/7 support, and often times too much Googling.

Reasons for switching to SoftMaker Office

Came installed.

Vendor Response

Thank you for your review.

Replied November 2019

Eduardo T.

Verified reviewer

Management Consulting

2-10 employees

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review source

Reviewed January 2022

SoftMaker Office can replace MS for many use-cases

I consider this an affordable replacement for MS Office. It solves the problem of cost. The free version is there for anyone to try. The paid version is very economical. I appreciate that they have a subscription and a buy forever options as well.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

Among all the office suites I have tried, this has got to be the best when it comes to compatibility with MS Office files. It's a compatibility nightmare, especially on large docs, spreadsheets and presentations. Formatting is, gladly, preserved better on Softmaker than it is when opening MS Office files on other office suites. I also appreciate that it has a dedicated button for converting to PDF. I convert a lot of docs to PDF, and using the print function feels like an outdated work-around compared to the 2-click solution Softmaker has.

Cons:

The interface does feel outdated since it resembles the MS Office of decades past. But that is a small sacrifice to pay for compatibility. Also with particular spreadsheets, it has this tendency to convert fonts to its own defaults. This only happens with spreadsheets from one source so I am guessing there is something in the settings on the files they send me that is messing up how Softmaker renders fonts.

Reasons for choosing SoftMaker Office

Compatibility with MS Office files, easier and quicker PDF conversions.

Reasons for switching to SoftMaker Office

Cost and functionality, mostly. It had enough features to cover what I need and it was more affordable.

Vendor Response

Thank you for your feedback. SoftMaker Office 2021 offer two user interfaces, traditional menu based, which is currently maybe outdated but some users still prefer it and modern ribbon style toolbar. Simply rights click toolbar and pick the one you like the most and software will remember it and use it when you start it next time. We believe that users, not vendor should be able to pick their UI experience and that is why we elected to support old UI as well and give user the choice.

Replied March 2022

Verified

Reviewer

Education Management

51-200 employees

Used daily for free trial

Review source

Reviewed May 2022

Disappointing experience during the trial of this software.

Disappointing.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Functionality

Pros:

I liked that it seemed a bit easier to create a template in the TextMaker app, compared to MS Word.

Cons:

The reason I uninstalled it was that, having started a template, it disallowed me from opening that same document the next time, saying I'd have to pay to do so!

Reasons for switching to SoftMaker Office

Frustration with doing graphics-related tasks in Word

Vendor Response

Hello, Did you use a FreeOffice or a trial version of SoftMaker Office 2021 after its expiration? Photo frames and AutoShape templates are available only in paid, not free version and you can fully test it during the first 30 days of your trial. You can download trial here: https://alternative2office.org/downloads/ If you experience any issue or need further help during your evaluation, please contact us by email at custserv@binarynow.com

Replied May 2022

Sandra C.

Verified reviewer

Hospital & Health Care

11-50 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review source

Reviewed October 2022

Affordable Single Purchase Price.

Softmaker Office has features comparable to Microsoft 365 yet it is more affordable and I have the freedom to choose a single purchase in place of a subscription. The quality is above and beyond what I anticipated. I would rather it had a feature like Microsoft teams, it's something I really used a lot and that is highly beneficial. An integrated email would better the experience as well. I do reccomend considering Softmaker Office. If you don't often work as a group it's perfect.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

- Affordable subscription or single purchase price. - Implementation in a reasonable amount of time. - Performs rather well in any condition. - Formatting is more compatible. - Strong word proccessor. Spreadsheets. - Two different setups/looks. Android mobile app for easy access.

Cons:

- Not as beneficial to groups -- No team solution. - Different setup takes time to learn. - No P.D.F. import.

Reasons for switching to SoftMaker Office

Because Softmaker Office is significantly more affordable. This was during the height of the pandemic.

Vendor Response

Hello Sandra, Thank you sharing your experience with us. If you are looking for a rich email client then try Thunderbird from https://www.thunderbird.net/en-US/ If you need edit PDF files then try FlexiPDF from https://alternative2office.org/softmaker-flexipdf/ and do not forget to share your experience with FlexiPDF on this web site.

Replied October 2022

Eero L.

Verified reviewer

Consumer Electronics

2-10 employees

Used weekly for more than 2 years

Review source

Reviewed October 2021

Functional office package with pre-365 vibes

I want to buy my software and install it, and avoid monthly fees if possible. This is why SoftMaker is great. The user interface could be a bit more modern, but all in all, this is very useful software, if not for the highest rank of super users.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Functionality

Pros:

I never got used to the monthly payments of Office 365. I prefer to buy my software once and use it for long time. After all, the office-type software has not really bought any new and useful features to the table since the 90s. This is what I like about SoftMaker Office. It feels like MS Office used to feel, install the software and it is yours.

Cons:

The user interface could be a bit more modern. There are some things that disturb me especially in Planmaker, which is the "Excel" of SoftMaker.

Reasons for choosing SoftMaker Office

I use SoftMaker Office and OpenOffice side by side. For writing I prefer SoftMaker's Writer, but for spreadsheets I use OpenOffice. Both have their benefits.

Reasons for switching to SoftMaker Office

I don't like the monthly fee payment logic of Microsoft 365.

Vendor Response

Thank you for your review.

Replied March 2022

Howard F.

Verified reviewer

Publishing

2-10 employees

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review source

Reviewed May 2020

More than a 'replacement'

We have used SoftMaker Office for many years and have always found it wholly reliable. On the occasions we have needed tech support it has been swift and helpful.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

The most important feature for me is that the software suite is regularly updated and shows a logical and timely development strategy. This is reassuring for anyone looking to use SoftMaker Office in place of MS offerings. That said, I also appreciate the convenience of being able to carry the software on a USB and use it wherever I happen to be on any computer if I'm travelling without a laptop. The other important feature for me is one that may not interest others too much: I like fact that I can save documents in SoftMaker's proprietary format. I know the big selling point is that it can save in MS Office formats (and it does, and very well, too), but it means I can develop large documents with many contributors and keep the consolidated version in the .tdmx format, and never confuse versions. A secondary advantage is being able to open MS Office documents without worrying about macro viruses. The macro language is relatively easy to use and quite powerful enough for our purposes.

Cons:

There's nothing I don't like about the software. The only feature we miss is Word's superior multipage printing features. I'd love to see them replicated in TextMaker.

Vendor Response

Thank your for review. Stay tuned for SoftMaker Office 2021 Upgrade later this year.

Replied May 2020

Dr. Binoy N.

Verified reviewer

Medical Practice

5001-10000 employees

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review source

Reviewed September 2020

The best cheaper alternative for Microsoft Office without losing any functionality

I have tried different office apps like Atlantis Word Processor, Ashampoo Office, Libre office, MS Office, Apple iwork etc. Softmaker provides the best experience so far when you take it as a collective bundle of apps. Individually I prefer Atlantis Word Processor, Apple Keynote and Microsoft Excel, but no other software bundle is as compact as a whole. It's also the best offline office software.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

Cross platform availability, easy to use for anyone who has used Microsoft office and the smaller size of the software compared to MS office

Cons:

The updates are buggy at times and feels like a beta version, especially with softmaker NX. Sometimes the presentations made look weird and rough when you play them using MS office. At times it takes too long to load. Google docs/slides is better if you work online.

Reasons for choosing SoftMaker Office

I have been using softmaker for years and I find it more familiar. Also I feel like the presentations are better made using softmaker.

Reasons for switching to SoftMaker Office

I love the 'Presentations' from softmaker, but the textmaker isn't good enough. I think I like Atlantis Word Processor which is specifically made as a word processor is way better than Office apps with much more functionality likr slides, text, spreadsheets etc.

Vendor Response

Thank you for your review and for using SoftMaker Office for years.

Replied March 2022

Alexandre F.

Verified reviewer

Industrial Automation

51-200 employees

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review source

Reviewed April 2022

Can fulfill the functions of a text editor

I decided to install it because at the moment I didn't have a Microsoft license and I didn't even have an Outlook account anymore. I needed to install something urgently on my computer. I ended up leaving it on the computer because I didn't feel the need to look for another program.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

It is free software with ease of installation and use. It has the paid version, but the free version manages to meet the basic needs of everyday life. It reminds a lot of Word and you can install it on both Windows and Linux. One of the advantages is that you are not required to have a Microsoft account.

Cons:

I had no problem with this software and I found it even better than libre office.

Vendor Response

Thank you for your review. Here is a comparison between free and paid version. https://alternative2office.org/office-suite/softmaker-freeoffice-2021-vs-softmaker-office-2021/

Replied April 2022

Verified

Reviewer

Animation

Self-Employed

Used other for free trial

Review source

Reviewed October 2019

there is a free trial but not worth the money

its easy use i only tried the trial and not for long so can't comment on all features but free trial should be unlimited for office suites now adays.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Functionality

Pros:

compatibility with other word documents is easy, the features are easy to find with two toolbars or ribbons the new one and the classic style before their update

Cons:

its cost money, to be honest there is a bunch of free alternatives for office suites so the features in this one don't make it seem worth it.

Vendor Response

Thank for the review and trying trial. There is a free, feature limited version of SoftMaker Office, called FreeOffice. Here is comparison between free and paid versions. http://www.binarynow.com/office-suite/softmaker-freeoffice-comparison-softmaker-office-2018/ There is also Standard and Professional paid version: http://www.binarynow.com/products/softmaker-office/compare-editions/ This way everyone can get what they need and want.

Replied October 2019

Raúl M.

Verified reviewer

Architecture & Planning

51-200 employees

Used weekly for free trial

Review source

Reviewed August 2022

Another office tool

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

The fastest and easy to use, the compatibility to make documents valids from Microsoft Office

Cons:

Whe open the documents with Microsoft software ther are some changes in formats.

Vendor Response

Hello Raul, Thank you for using a free version. Here is a comparision between free and paid version: https://alternative2office.org/office-suite/softmaker-freeoffice-2021-vs-softmaker-office-2021/

Replied August 2022

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