Is it free?
Is Microsoft Excel free?
Microsoft Excel is the most widely used spreadsheet app, part of Microsoft 365.
Yes, Microsoft Excel has a free plan.
Short answer
Yes, web only. Excel for the web is free with a Microsoft account and 5 GB of OneDrive; the desktop app needs a subscription.
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What Microsoft Excel costs
The Excel desktop app comes with Microsoft 365: Personal costs $99.99 a year or $9.99 a month, and Family $129.99 a year for up to six people (US prices).
Checked on 1 November 2026 on Microsoft Excel's own pricing page. Prices change, so confirm there before you pay.
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Free alternatives to Microsoft Excel
Google SheetsFreemiumFree online spreadsheets with the best real-time collaboration, and it edits Excel files directly.
Microsoft 365 web appsFreemiumExcel for the web, free with a Microsoft account, for full .xlsx compatibility in the browser.
LibreOfficeFreeLibreOffice Calc is a free, open-source desktop spreadsheet that works offline with no account.