LibreOffice is a Great Tool.
January 25, 2026

LibreOffice is a Great Tool.

Sharon Bieganski-Negron | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 8 out of 10
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Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with LibreOffice

LibreOffice really does punch above its weight. A lot of people underestimate it until they actually try building custom calculations in Calc or drafting longer documents in Writer, and then they realize it’s not just “good for free”—it’s genuinely capable. Styles and templates in Writer are extremely powerful once you get the hang of them. Extensions and add‑ons can expand the suite with dictionaries, templates, and automation tools.

Pros

  • Compatible with Microsoft Office.
  • Lightweight Design.
  • Styles and templates are available.

Cons

  • Startup speed and UI responsiveness.
  • More advanced spreadsheet function.
  • Kept my monthly cost down.
  • I was able to create work for clients with less overhead.
LibreOffice delivers a capable, feature‑rich office suite, but its overall usability is noticeably less smooth and collaborative than that of mainstream commercial suites. The interface is familiar and functional, but a little clunky and slower, with limited cloud integration.

Do you think LibreOffice delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with LibreOffice's feature set?

Yes

Did LibreOffice live up to sales and marketing promises?

I wasn't involved with the selection/purchase process

Did implementation of LibreOffice go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy LibreOffice again?

Yes

LibreOffice is well-suited for just about everyone, but it is especially great for non-profits and school organizations such as booster clubs and PTO due to its free status.

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