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Apple Pages alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Apple Pages: no native Windows or Android app, and complex Word files with tracked changes may not convert cleanly. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Apple Pages, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Google Docs currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Microsoft Word logoMicrosoft WordFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +23 of 366.5
2LibreOffice logoLibreOfficeOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux4 of 459.6
3Ulysses logoUlyssesPaidNomacOS, iOS4 of 457.2
4Scrivener logoScrivenerPaidNomacOS, Windows, iOS3 of 355.3
  1. Microsoft Word logo

    1. Microsoft WordTop pick

    Best for: Writers and offices that must send and receive .docx files with exact formatting

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apple Pages

    The standard .docx editor for working with people outside the Apple world.

    Pros

    • The reference implementation of .docx, so files look the same for recipients
    • Track changes, comments and styles are mature and widely understood
    • Free web version with real-time co-authoring

    Cons

    • Full desktop features need a Microsoft 365 subscription
    • Layout with images and tables can still shift unexpectedly
    • The ribbon is crowded for simple writing
    Visit Microsoft Word Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Microsoft Word a good Apple Pages alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Free version
    Word for the web
    Checked Oct 25, 2026microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Desktop app
    Included in Microsoft 365 Personal
    Checked Oct 25, 2026microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $9.99/month (Microsoft 365 Personal)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. LibreOffice logo

    2. LibreOffice

    Best for: People and organisations who want a full free office suite on their own computers

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apple Pages

    Free desktop suite that also runs on Windows and Linux.

    Pros

    • Completely free with six apps, including a database and drawing tool
    • Runs offline on Windows, macOS and Linux with no account
    • Uses the open ODF standard while still reading and writing Office files

    Cons

    • Interface feels older than Microsoft 365 or Google Docs
    • Complex Office files can show layout differences
    • No built-in real-time co-editing
    Visit LibreOffice Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is LibreOffice a good Apple Pages alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    MPL 2.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026libreoffice.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Latest version
    26.8.1
    Checked Oct 25, 2026libreoffice.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Apps included
    6 (Writer, Calc, Impress, Draw, Base, Math)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026libreoffice.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Price
    Free
    Checked Oct 25, 2026libreoffice.org(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Ulysses logo

    3. Ulysses

    Best for: Apple users who write a lot and publish to blogs or ebooks

    PaidmacOS, iOS

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apple Pages

    Focused Apple-only writing app for people who mostly write rather than lay out.

    Pros

    • Single library with goals, keywords and grouping
    • Direct publishing to WordPress, Ghost, Medium and Micro.blog
    • Smooth iCloud sync across Mac, iPad and iPhone

    Cons

    • Apple devices only
    • Subscription pricing
    • Library storage is less portable than plain files
    Visit Ulysses Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Ulysses a good Apple Pages alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    $39.99/year or $5.99/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ulysses.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Mac, iPad, iPhone
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ulysses.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    Yes, fully functional
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ulysses.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Publishing
    WordPress, Ghost, Medium, Micro.blog
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ulysses.app(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Scrivener logo

    4. Scrivener

    Best for: Novelists, screenwriters and academics working on book-length projects

    PaidmacOS, Windows, iOS

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apple Pages

    Better for long projects like novels and theses that need structure.

    Pros

    • Binder, corkboard and outliner make restructuring long drafts easy
    • Research files live inside the project
    • One-time purchase rather than a subscription

    Cons

    • Compile and settings have a steep learning curve
    • No real-time collaboration
    • Mobile sync relies on Dropbox
    Visit Scrivener Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Scrivener a good Apple Pages alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Free trial
    30 days of use
    Checked Oct 25, 2026literatureandlatte.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Export formats
    Word, PDF, Final Draft, plain text
    Checked Oct 25, 2026literatureandlatte.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Import formats
    Word, OpenOffice, Final Draft, PDF and more
    Checked Oct 25, 2026literatureandlatte.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Apple Pages alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Google Docs logo

Best Apple Pages alternative for most people

Google Docs

Free, works on any device, and makes shared editing simpler.

LibreOffice logo

Best Apple Pages alternative for a free option

LibreOffice

Free desktop suite that also runs on Windows and Linux.

Microsoft Word logo

Best Apple Pages alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Microsoft Word

The standard .docx editor for working with people outside the Apple world.

LibreOffice logo

Best Apple Pages alternative for open source

LibreOffice

Free desktop suite that also runs on Windows and Linux.

Ulysses logo

Best Apple Pages alternative for Mac

Ulysses

Focused Apple-only writing app for people who mostly write rather than lay out.

Scrivener logo

Best Apple Pages alternative for Windows

Scrivener

Better for long projects like novels and theses that need structure.

LibreOffice logo

Best Apple Pages alternative for Linux

LibreOffice

Free desktop suite that also runs on Windows and Linux.

Google Docs logo

Best Apple Pages alternative for iPhone and Android

Google Docs

Free, works on any device, and makes shared editing simpler.

Google Docs logo

Best Apple Pages alternative for working in the browser

Google Docs

Free, works on any device, and makes shared editing simpler.

Apple Pages alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Apple Pages?

Google Docs ranks first right now. Free, works on any device, and makes shared editing simpler. Microsoft Word and LibreOffice follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Apple Pages?

Yes. Google Docs (free), Microsoft Word (free plan + paid) and LibreOffice (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Apple Pages?

Yes: LibreOffice.

Which Apple Pages alternatives work on Linux?

LibreOffice runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from Apple Pages?

The complaints we hear most: no native Windows or Android app; complex Word files with tracked changes may not convert cleanly; newer premium templates and AI tools need a subscription.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Apple Pages, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.