Software Comparison Matrix
Side-by-side technical evaluation and feature analysis
Metric
Google Docs
Microsoft Publisher
Expert Rating
★ 4.8 / 5.0
★ 3.9 / 5.0
Category
productivity
creative
Current Version
2026.10
2021 / Microsoft 365
License
Freemium
Proprietary
OS Support
Web, Android, iOS, ChromeOS
Windows
Pricing Model
Free
Subscription / One-time purchase