WPS Office (金山办公) : China's Microsoft Office with strong mobile presence and template library.

China's alternative to Microsoft Office, WPS Office is developed by Kingsoft and holds significant market share in China, particularly on mobile devices. It offers word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation tools with high compatibility with Microsoft formats and extensive template libraries.

How does WPS compare to Microsoft Office?

WPS is significantly cheaper (free with ads or /year premium vs + for MS Office). It has a huge built-in template library and stronger PDF editing. Mobile app is more feature-rich. Some advanced Excel and PowerPoint features are missing.

Is WPS Office safe? Does it collect data?

WPS Office has faced privacy concerns. The China version is subject to Chinese data laws. The international version claims compliance with GDPR and local regulations. Review the privacy policy for cloud document handling. Use offline mode for sensitive files.

Can I use WPS Office in English?

WPS Office has a full English interface and is available globally at wps.com. It is compatible with Microsoft Office file formats. The free version includes ads. No Chinese phone number is required for the international version.