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# Microsoft Excel vs WPS Spreadsheets Comparison - What are their main differences?

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Reviews

**Microsoft Excel** [

4.7/5(3,189)

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**WPS Spreadsheets** [

4.4/5(61)

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Pricing

**Microsoft Excel**
No pricing available

**WPS Spreadsheets**
No pricing available

**Pricing Insights**
from reviews

Time to Implement

**Microsoft Excel**
2 months

Based on 63 responses

**WPS Spreadsheets**
Not enough reviews yet

Return on Investment

**Microsoft Excel**
12 months

Based on 55 responses

**WPS Spreadsheets**
Not enough reviews yet

Perceived Cost

**Microsoft Excel**
$$$$$

**WPS Spreadsheets**
$$$$$

Average Discount

**Microsoft Excel**
12%

**WPS Spreadsheets**
Not enough reviews yet

Pros & Cons

**Microsoft Excel**
[
Ease of Use (134)
](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-excel/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1369382&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Data Analysis (89)
](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-excel/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1369369&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Formula Complexity (47)
](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-excel/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1369861&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Learning Curve (46)
](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-excel/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1369736&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

**WPS Spreadsheets**
[
Data Analysis (1)
](https://www.g2.com/products/wps-spreadsheets/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2389794&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Data Manipulation (1)
](https://www.g2.com/products/wps-spreadsheets/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2389796&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Excel Compatibility (1)
](https://www.g2.com/products/wps-spreadsheets/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2389798&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Missing Features (1)
](https://www.g2.com/products/wps-spreadsheets/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2389799&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

Integrations

**Microsoft Excel**
[

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**WPS Spreadsheets**
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Ratings

Meets Requirements

**Microsoft Excel**

9.4

9.42,660

**WPS Spreadsheets**

9.0

9.043

Ease of Use

**Microsoft Excel**

8.7

8.72,709

**WPS Spreadsheets**

9.0

9.042

Ease of Setup

**Microsoft Excel**

9.3

9.3735

**WPS Spreadsheets**

10.0

10.06

Ease of Admin

**Microsoft Excel**

8.9

8.9327

**WPS Spreadsheets**

10.0

10.05

Quality of Support

**Microsoft Excel**

8.7

8.72,131

**WPS Spreadsheets**

8.8

8.836

Has the product been a good partner in doing business?

**Microsoft Excel**

9.2

9.2313

**WPS Spreadsheets**

10.0

10.05

Product Direction (% positive)

**Microsoft Excel**

8.9

8.92,558

**WPS Spreadsheets**

9.4

9.440

Features

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9.1

1,739

9.0

36

Calculating

Functions

9.4(won by 0.1)

1637

9.3

30

Auto Recalculation

9.2(tied score)

1529

9.2(tied score)

27

Insights

Charts and Graphs

9.1(won by 0.2)

1564

8.9

29

Tables

9.4(won by 0.1)

1593

9.3

26

Editing

Templates

8.7

1433

8.8(won by 0.1)

25

Collaborative Editing

8.4

1399

8.8(won by 0.4)

26

Filtering

9.2(won by 0.1)

1516

9.1

27

Customizable Templates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Functionality

Addons

8.7(tied score)

1288

8.7(tied score)

21

Multi Device Functionality

8.8(tied score)

1368

8.8(tied score)

24

Importing and Exporting

9.1

1500

9.2(won by 0.1)

28

Autosave

9.1(won by 0.5)

1520

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.6

27

Additional Functionality

Formula Management

9.7(won by default)

5

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

File Transfer

Not enough data

Not enough data

Offline Access

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Communication Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

@mentions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Workflow Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Updates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Tabulation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multiple Projects

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Version Control

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multi-Language

Not enough data

Not enough data

Project Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Full Text Search

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Visualization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Drag & Drop

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Data

Not enough data

Not enough data

Commenting/Notes

Not enough data

Not enough data

Single Sign On

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multiple Format Support

Not enough data

Not enough data

Charting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Synchronization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Search/Filter

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Functions/Calculations

Not enough data

Not enough data

What-if Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Extraction

Not enough data

Not enough data

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Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

To-Do List

Not enough data

Not enough data

@mentions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Single Sign On

Not enough data

Not enough data

File Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Drag & Drop

Not enough data

Not enough data

Alerts/Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Prioritization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Screen Sharing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Content Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Brainstorming

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

File Transfer

Not enough data

Not enough data

Calendar Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Status Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Version Control

Not enough data

Not enough data

Task Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real Time Editing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Communication Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Chat/Messaging

Not enough data

Not enough data

Tagging

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Assignment Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Task Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Project Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Workflow Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Secure Data Storage

Not enough data

Not enough data

File Sharing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Storage

Not enough data

Not enough data

Task Progress Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Discussions/Forums

Not enough data

Not enough data

Commenting/Notes

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Contact Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Video Conferencing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Progress Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Mobile Access

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Branding

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Insights

Reviewers' Company Size

[![Microsoft Excel](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1487566859/microsoft-excel.svg "Microsoft Excel")](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-excel/reviews)

Microsoft Excel

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

32.6%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

34.7%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

32.7%

[![WPS Spreadsheets](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_14e50a32a622fc0a13d822451b1685e8/wps-spreadsheets.jpeg "WPS Spreadsheets")](https://www.g2.com/products/wps-spreadsheets/reviews)

WPS Spreadsheets

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

45.6%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

29.8%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

24.6%

Small-Business

(50 or fewer emp.)

32.6%

45.6%

Mid-Market

(51-1000 emp.)

34.7%

29.8%

Enterprise

(\> 1000 emp.)

32.7%

24.6%

Reviewers' Industry

[![Microsoft Excel](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1487566859/microsoft-excel.svg "Microsoft Excel")](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-excel/reviews)
Microsoft Excel

Information Technology and Services

10.4%

Computer Software

5.7%

Accounting

4.9%

Financial Services

3.9%

Marketing and Advertising

3.8%

Other

71.4%

[![WPS Spreadsheets](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_14e50a32a622fc0a13d822451b1685e8/wps-spreadsheets.jpeg "WPS Spreadsheets")](https://www.g2.com/products/wps-spreadsheets/reviews)
WPS Spreadsheets

Information Technology and Services

17.5%

Computer Software

8.8%

Accounting

5.3%

Civil Engineering

5.3%

Education Management

5.3%

Other

57.9%

FAQs

## Microsoft Excel vs WPS Spreadsheets FAQs

Generated using AI

Last updated: August 14, 2026

### What is the difference between Microsoft Excel vs WPS Spreadsheets?

Microsoft Excel stands out for its higher G2 rating, larger review volume, and advanced data analysis features, while WPS Spreadsheets is recognized for its ease of setup and cost-effectiveness.

| [Microsoft Excel](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-excel/reviews) | [WPS Spreadsheets](https://www.g2.com/products/wps-spreadsheets/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| 4.7/5 (3,188 reviews) | 4.4/5 (61 reviews) |
| Mid-Market | Small-Business |
| 9.3 | 10.0 |
| 8.7 | 8.8 |
| Formulas (76 all-time mentions) | Ease of Use (1 all-time mention) |

### How do the pricing models of Microsoft Excel and WPS Spreadsheets compare?

WPS Spreadsheets is rated higher for value, with a stronger Price/Cost satisfaction score than Microsoft Excel.

- **Microsoft Excel:** Reviewers describe the pricing as reasonable and competitive, with many citing strong value for the feature set and integration with Microsoft 365.
- **WPS Spreadsheets:** Reviewers consistently highlight WPS Spreadsheets as cost-effective, lightweight, and offering a robust free version, with frequent praise for its affordability compared to other spreadsheet tools.

### What are the best alternatives to Microsoft Excel and WPS Spreadsheets?

The top three alternatives to Microsoft Excel and WPS Spreadsheets are Apple Numbers, Zoho Sheet, and Google Workspace.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Microsoft Excel](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-excel/reviews) | 4.7/5 (3,188 reviews) | Mid-Market | Reviewers cite strong value and integration with Microsoft 365 | Formulas (76 all-time mentions) |
| [WPS Spreadsheets](https://www.g2.com/products/wps-spreadsheets/reviews) | 4.4/5 (61 reviews) | Small-Business | Reviewers highlight cost-effectiveness and a robust free version | Ease of Use (1 all-time mention) |
| [Apple Numbers](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-numbers/reviews) | 4.2/5 (219 reviews) | Small-Business | — | Intuitive interface and Apple ecosystem integration |
| [Zoho Sheet](https://www.g2.com/products/zoho-sheet/reviews) | 4.4/5 (163 reviews) | Small-Business | — | Collaboration and cloud accessibility |
| [Google Workspace](https://www.g2.com/products/google-workspace/reviews) | 4.6/5 (48,169 reviews) | Small-Business | — | Real-time collaboration and cloud-first design |

### Which Spreadsheets features should I prioritize when comparing Microsoft Excel and WPS Spreadsheets?

Buyers should prioritize formulas and automation, ease of use, data compatibility, collaboration features, and cost-effectiveness when comparing Microsoft Excel and WPS Spreadsheets.

- **Formulas and automation:** Microsoft Excel: 76 all-time mentions for formulas; WPS Spreadsheets: 1 all-time mention.
- **Ease of use:** Microsoft Excel: 134 all-time mentions; WPS Spreadsheets: 1 all-time mention; Ease of Use scores—Microsoft Excel 8.7, WPS Spreadsheets 9.0.
- **Data compatibility:** Microsoft Excel: 6 all-time mentions for compatibility; WPS Spreadsheets: Reviewers highlight strong compatibility with Excel files but note occasional macro issues.
- **Collaboration features:** Microsoft Excel: 25 all-time mentions for poor collaboration; WPS Spreadsheets: Reviewers note ease of sharing and cloud backup.
- **Cost-effectiveness:** WPS Spreadsheets: Reviewers consistently cite affordability and a robust free version.

### What are the pros and cons of Microsoft Excel vs WPS Spreadsheets?

Microsoft Excel’s headline strength is advanced formulas and data analysis, while WPS Spreadsheets is recognized for ease of use and cost-effectiveness.

- **Microsoft Excel strengths:** Advanced formulas (76 all-time mentions), ease of use (134 all-time mentions), powerful data manipulation (51 all-time mentions), broad compatibility (6 all-time mentions), and strong customization (12 all-time mentions).
- **Microsoft Excel trade-offs:** Formula complexity (47 all-time mentions), collaboration limitations (25 all-time mentions), and performance slowdowns with large datasets.
- **WPS Spreadsheets strengths:** Ease of use (1 all-time mention), cost-effectiveness, compatibility with Excel files, and lightweight performance.
- **WPS Spreadsheets trade-offs:** Reviewers note missing advanced features, occasional compatibility issues with complex Excel macros, and performance slowdowns with large files.

### Is Microsoft Excel or WPS Spreadsheets better for small businesses?

WPS Spreadsheets is better suited for small businesses, as reflected by its largest reviewer segment and strong cost-effectiveness sentiment.

- **Microsoft Excel:** Largest reviewer segment is Mid-Market; reviewers highlight advanced features and integrations but note a steeper learning curve and higher cost for small teams.
- **WPS Spreadsheets:** Largest reviewer segment is Small-Business; reviewers consistently praise its affordability, ease of use, and suitability for daily business tasks.

### Which Spreadsheets platform has better integrations?

Microsoft Excel is favored for integrations, with more reviewer-cited integration mentions and broader ecosystem support.

- **Microsoft Excel:** Integrates with Microsoft 365, Teams, Outlook, OneDrive, and Power BI; 24 all-time mentions for Microsoft 365 integration.
- **WPS Spreadsheets:** Integrates with Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks Desktop; 6 all-time mentions for Microsoft Excel compatibility.

### How do Microsoft Excel and WPS Spreadsheets compare on customer support?

Microsoft Excel and WPS Spreadsheets are rated at parity on Quality of Support, with scores of 8.7 and 8.8 respectively, indicating similar reviewer satisfaction.

- **Microsoft Excel:** Reviewers describe support as helpful and responsive, with many citing solid documentation and learning resources.
- **WPS Spreadsheets:** Reviewers note generally positive support experiences, with some highlighting quick responses and helpful guides, though a few mention occasional support delays.

### Which is easier to implement, Microsoft Excel or WPS Spreadsheets?

WPS Spreadsheets is rated higher for Ease of Setup, with a score of 10.0 compared to Microsoft Excel’s 9.3, indicating a smoother implementation experience.

- **Microsoft Excel:** Reviewers describe setup as straightforward, with most citing a familiar interface and easy onboarding, though some note a learning curve for advanced features.
- **WPS Spreadsheets:** Reviewers consistently highlight quick installation, intuitive setup, and minimal training required, especially for small teams and new users.

Alternatives

**Microsoft Excel Alternatives**

 ![Apple Numbers](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_353cec03c2383fc7f500196245f287a4/apple-numbers.jpg "Apple Numbers")

[
Apple Numbers
](/products/apple-numbers/reviews)

 ![Google Workspace](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/16b55d7b1aa594a1a78d8ec91ebbca79/google-workspace.svg "Google Workspace")

[
Google Workspace
](/products/google-workspace/reviews)

 ![Zoho Sheet](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_9c567b35041b92829304b1f0deab3d8a/zoho-sheet.png "Zoho Sheet")

[
Zoho Sheet
](/products/zoho-sheet/reviews)

 ![MobiOffice](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/6d9f5b0b75b9d63b54e647dd20da1c70/mobioffice.svg "MobiOffice")

[
MobiOffice
](/products/mobioffice/reviews)

**WPS Spreadsheets Alternatives**

 ![Zoho Sheet](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_9c567b35041b92829304b1f0deab3d8a/zoho-sheet.png "Zoho Sheet")

[
Zoho Sheet
](/products/zoho-sheet/reviews)

 ![LibreOffice](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_7e2cc37d808a91c442ce32a77004fd0f/libreoffice.png "LibreOffice")

[
LibreOffice
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 ![Google Workspace](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/16b55d7b1aa594a1a78d8ec91ebbca79/google-workspace.svg "Google Workspace")

[
Google Workspace
](/products/google-workspace/reviews)

 ![LibreOffice Calc](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_5f2aae385335f3c05b866f5e49c7313b/libreoffice-calc.jpg "LibreOffice Calc")

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LibreOffice Calc
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