

That's an important benefit, but if you don't really care about getting the absolute newest updates, you might prefer to purchase a static standalone version. With any subscription-based office suite, your apps automatically stay up to date with all the latest features and security updates. The cost of a subscription depends on how many devices you need to use the software on, as well as which apps you need. Google Workspace is a subscription-based service (we refer to the free version as Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides), while Microsoft 365 and SoftMaker Office both offer standalone and subscription-based versions.

Others, such as Corel WordPerfect, require you to pay a one-time cost. Some office suites-such as those from Apple, Google, and LibreOffice-are free.
