Apple Numbers alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Apple Numbers: struggles with large datasets, and no macros and limited advanced analysis. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Apple Numbers, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Microsoft Excel currently ranks first.
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The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.
Best Apple Numbers alternative for most people
Microsoft ExcelFar more analysis power and the standard .xlsx format for sharing with others.
Best Apple Numbers alternative for a free option
Google SheetsFree, cross-platform and better for sheets that many people update.
Best Apple Numbers alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
Zoho SheetFree online spreadsheet with apps on Windows, Mac, iOS and Android.
Best Apple Numbers alternative for open source
LibreOfficeFree desktop spreadsheet that also runs on Windows and Linux.
Best Apple Numbers alternative for Mac
Microsoft ExcelFar more analysis power and the standard .xlsx format for sharing with others.
Best Apple Numbers alternative for Windows
Microsoft ExcelFar more analysis power and the standard .xlsx format for sharing with others.
Best Apple Numbers alternative for Linux
LibreOfficeFree desktop spreadsheet that also runs on Windows and Linux.
Best Apple Numbers alternative for iPhone and Android
Microsoft ExcelFar more analysis power and the standard .xlsx format for sharing with others.
Best Apple Numbers alternative for working in the browser
Microsoft ExcelFar more analysis power and the standard .xlsx format for sharing with others.
Apple Numbers alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Apple Numbers?
Microsoft Excel ranks first right now. Far more analysis power and the standard .xlsx format for sharing with others. Google Sheets and LibreOffice follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Apple Numbers?
Yes. Microsoft Excel (free plan + paid), Google Sheets (free), LibreOffice (open source) and Zoho Sheet (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Apple Numbers?
Yes: LibreOffice.
Which Apple Numbers alternatives work on Linux?
LibreOffice runs on Linux.
Why do people switch from Apple Numbers?
The complaints we hear most: struggles with large datasets; no macros and limited advanced analysis; no native Windows or Android app.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Apple Numbers, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.