MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF alternatives
MobiOffice users often seek alternatives due to unexpected charges, intrusive ads, and issues with core functionalities like PDF editing and saving documents. Alternatives like Google Docs and Microsoft Word offer more stable and feature-rich experiences, while others focus on specific needs like PDF conversion or simpler document creation.
Why users look for alternatives to MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF
- Users report unexpected charges and difficulty canceling subscriptions, often after being promised free trials or lower rates.R4R16R21R29
- Many users find the app non-functional without a paid subscription, being forced to pay to save or print documents.R13R19R22R33
- Intrusive and relentless ads, even for paid users, are a significant annoyance.R6R27
- There are issues with PDF editing and functionality, with some users being asked to pay extra for PDF features supposedly included in their package.R4R9
- Users experience bugs and crashes, including documents disappearing, inability to edit, and keyboard issues.R12R15R37R39
- The app lacks certain office features, such as addressing envelopes.R1
- Some users who previously purchased the app or had Pro accounts feel sidelined by the move to a subscription model, losing access to features they had paid for.R24R38R45
- The app can be expensive, with some users noting charges of 99p per day or £70 per annum.R31
- Users report difficulty using the app across multiple devices without paying again.R10R25
The alternatives
Google Docs is generally perceived as a reliable and user-friendly alternative, with some users preferring it over Microsoft Word for its ease of use R61.
Better for: Users who prioritize a straightforward, easy-to-use word processing experience, especially those already integrated into the Google ecosystem R61.
Head-to-head: MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF vs Google DocsMicrosoft Word is considered the 'Gold Standard' for word processing, widely respected and offering comprehensive features R55. It is helpful for many users . While the iPad apps have potential, they sometimes fall short of desktop versions and Apple's native alternatives R53.
Better for: Users who need the industry-standard word processor for professional or academic work, especially those who value broad compatibility and extensive features R55. However, be aware that some users report issues with signing in, the keyboard not appearing, and the app crashing R51R54.
Head-to-head: MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF vs Microsoft WordDocuments (Office Docs) is a simple and convenient app for creating basic documents, praised for its ease of use, copy/paste functionality, and print-friendliness R66. It allows users to have documents available across laptop, iPad, and Android devices . It is seen as a good free alternative, with users reporting no issues saving documents R69.
Better for: Users who need a simple, free app for basic document creation and editing, particularly for short text notes, and who are comfortable with ads R66R69R71. It is also suitable for those who need cross-device access on Apple and Android devices .
Head-to-head: MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF vs Documents (Office Docs)PDF Converter is highly praised for being super easy, fast, and efficient at converting documents, especially screenshots, into PDF format R80. It allows users to email, save, or text converted files .
Better for: Users who primarily need to quickly and easily convert various files, including images, into PDF format R80. However, users should be cautious about subscription charges, as some report being charged after canceling or finding the weekly cost of $10 to be very expensive R79R81.
Head-to-head: MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF vs PDF ConverterWPS Office is a comprehensive office suite that many users find helpful for spreadsheets and documents, with some having used it for a long time and finding templates easy to use . The latest version is considered excellent by some .
Better for: Users who need a full office suite for spreadsheets and documents and appreciate easy-to-use templates . However, be aware that the mobile version can be difficult to navigate, and there are frequent upgrade ads R93. Recent updates have also introduced invasive AI features that make editing clumsy and have caused issues with PDF saving and cloud service integration R95. Users also report issues with subscriptions and lost data R96.
Head-to-head: MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF vs WPS Office-AI DocYou find MobiOffice easy to use for organizing files and basic document creation, and are satisfied with its performance and pricing model . Some users consider it a good, less expensive alternative to MS Office 365 .
Evidence note: Google Docs has limited direct review evidence for this comparison, relying on a single comparative review.
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What reviewers actually said
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- [R4] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF Misleading the purchase and not met my need: I bought it for pdf edit but it is editing any pdf . Also mentioned 7 days free but charged full year and I am not satisfied this tool I cancelled the subscription but not refund the amount
- [R16] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF Undisclosed Charges: Hello MobiOffice, your app is efficient, however, I had accepted an offer at $.99 per week, to explore your features. I was subsequently charged $9.99 per week for 4 weeks, without notice (four times the amount of Microsoft Word). Apple is denying a refund. I apologize for the negative review, however, consideration for a refund would be greatly appreciated.
- [R21] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF Stop renewal: I purchased on trial.. like what I see but I don’t want to purchase this month as money is tight.. can’t see option to stop automatic renewal..
- [R29] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF NOT FREE: Although this is advertised as a free package you have to pay a weekly or annual subscription. Another disappointing let down by a corporation with nothing better to do than scam customers who cannot afford it🤬
- [R13] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF Have to pay.: Being forced to pay is lame. Bye bye!
- [R19] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF Promise of free: I spent an hour working on a doc just to get to the end and it refused to let me print it without a subscription
- [R22] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF DONT DOWNLOAD: After working you need subscription to save the work. No Free trial available.
- [R33] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF Trash: You gotta pay to breathe near this thing
- [R6] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF The ads are ridiculous!: I really don’t mind using the app. However the relentless pop ups for the ads to upgrade are extremely annoying. Almost to the point that I don’t want to use this app anymore. I’ve already paid for your service. Stop trying to up sale me. Also I’m trying to conduct business using this app. I am forced to go in and delete the sales link in every email I send from this app.
- [R27] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF Tired of this app: I just use in pay version, office premium, what can said so far this app keep me warning go premium but I already with premium doesn't make sense.
- [R9] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF MobiOffice problem: Everything works with the mobile office except for the PDF. It keeps wanting me to pay additional for using PDF yet it’s supposed to be a part of this package. Please explain.
- [R12] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF Strange keyboard quirk: This is a pretty useful app apart from one thing. When entering numbers into a cell it will change to the alphabet midway through entering the number and vice versa. Very annoying as I have to keep redoing cells as they have changed
- [R15] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF Crashes on Files: All was going well until the last App update. Then an number of my files via the file manager are crashing . It as posed a big problem as I needed the file for grid marking student’s work. I have had to take out a free trial else where to get this work done.
- [R37] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF Show the real reviews, not just your made up 5 stars? MobiOffice in its current form UNUSABLE!: Since downloading this ‘upgrade’ programme which over-wrote Office Suite, what I have, including your more recent ‘updates’ is now totally dysfunctional & completely unusable! Documents just disappear/get lost, can’t edit anything, can’t move anything & pretty much can’t access, save or share anything.
- [R39] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF recent changes wreak havoc: 2025-03-31 update - whatever you’ve ’updated’ can you please un-update because now I cannot load attachments into the app and I have to load/unload/reload to open a doc - this is insanity, why do developers keep doing this ????I have used this app on several devices for years but after the latest upgrades it crashes every few lines of text It’s crashed seven times edit
- [R1] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF Buyer Beware: Purchased through what I believed to be Apple honest transparency and integrity. This app omits that it cannot complete an office task like Microsoft: addressing envelopes for mailing. Apple does not allow a refund. I am fighting back.
- [R24] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF Why the need to keep signing in?: I was one of the original OfficeSuite Pro users, who got sidelined by the developer when they moved to the subscription version of OfficeSuite. At first I could use the app without having to sign in, but now it seems to be mandatory that I am signed in all the time if I want to use my Pro account. Not only is this annoying, but it doesn't make me feel in anyway
- [R38] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF Dissatisfaction: I had the Premium and Pro app for many years, then it was deactivated for me, and now they're offering it for money. This isn't right; you ran promotions, but you're not keeping your word. That's it! · translated
- [R45] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF This is a con: I brought this a few years back for £25 and could use all the features now you asking me to buy premium. I think this disgusting when i paid a lot to buy this now i cant do anything with it as i got pay. Can i have a refund then?
- [R31] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF 99p per day: Great idea. Expensive at £70 per annum or 99p a day though
- [R10] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF Costs too much: Can’t put it on enough devices if you have several kids going to school.
- [R25] MobiOffice・Word Docs・Excel・PDF It’s a great app but: I can use it on my iPad & on my iPhones but if I want to use it on my Mac then I have to pay again so, sorry, it’s not for me.
- [R61] Microsoft Word Heh: I like word WAY better than the google version
- [R51] Microsoft Word Sign in not working: 365 sign in not working
- [R53] Microsoft Word MS iPad apps need full attention: Microsoft Office Apps on iPad: Solid Potential, But Falls Short of Apple’s Native Alternatives (3/5 stars) I’ve been using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint on my iPad for work and personal projects, hoping for a seamless experience that matches the desktop versions. While the apps have improved over the years and offer good cross-platform compatibility with O
- [R54] Microsoft Word Why do i have to sign in every time: Your product sucks - a 40 year user
- [R55] Microsoft Word The Gold Standard: Respected everywhere
- [R65] Documents (Office Docs) documents: Sucks pretty bad today. Won’t let me open my documents unless I click on ads. I have things to do. Stop interrupting my day.
- [R66] Documents (Office Docs) Simple design: Easy to use, easy to copy and paste. Not very many options but print friendly and straight to the point comes in handy when you have to make a simple document. No problems yet.
- [R67] Documents (Office Docs) Decent but too many ads.: Way back when I first started using this, it was great for what I needed to do with it. Also the ads were not as bad. But now it is just constant ads that pop up. Load the app = ad. Get a notification from another app that you have to respond to = ad. Exit a document = ad. Just ads on ads for almost every interaction and I suspect it will only get worse as time goes on.
- [R68] Documents (Office Docs) Stuck on ad: The app seems to be stuck on the ad page and now I can’t get to my documents!
- [R79] PDF Converter stupid: yeah it converts but won’t tell you how to stop the subscription i can’t figure it out
- [R80] PDF Converter Super easy: This app is cut & dry! Easy 123 ❤️
- [R81] PDF Converter Charged me after I cancelled the membership: Easy to use. Did what I needed to do. I woke up to my card getting charged two days after I had cancelled the membership. Free money I guess.
- [R82] PDF Converter Can’t use it: 0
- [R93] WPS Office-AI Doc Difficult: I use WPS Office on my laptop and it is great. The mobile version, however , is very difficult to navigate. I get things done by pure luck, and I’m not entitled. I’m good with tech stuff. You can do better guys. The interminable upgrade ads are exhausting as well.
- [R94] WPS Office-AI Doc Good: I have need this
- [R95] WPS Office-AI Doc Better before the ai update: I really love this app and have used it for years but I absolutely hate the most recent update. It bombards you about using their ai, it makes the editing very cumbersome and clumsy. Please make a separate version without the invasive ai overhaul
- [R96] WPS Office-AI Doc .: There is a charge for saving documents. Wps office is completely a software that is not allowed to be used without membership.
- [R69] Documents (Office Docs) Good app: Great reliable app, despite some very few ads. My only issues with this app is that their is no Undo button, and no word search bar. Still a great free alternative tho. I’ve never had any issues saving my documents or really with any of the features in this app.
- [R71] Documents (Office Docs) Poor performer: Handy for what it does. It is convenient to write plain short text notes to yourself. But the advertising is very intrusive (and actually fraudulent mostly. No: my account is not hacked. No: I do not have 74 viruses). This is extremely annoying when it grabs your full screen. Alps, sending your files elsewhere mostly just doesn’t work.
Synthesized from 106 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store