# PlanMaker — Full-featured spreadsheet app

> Full-featured spreadsheet app for Excel files on mobile. (iPhone/iPad app by SoftMaker Software GmbH.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planmaker/id1569806683 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SoftMaker Software GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/910083314)
- Category: Productivity, Business
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 174 App Store ratings · 56 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 66 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Bulgarian, Danish, Dutch, Estonian, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek and 18 more
- Released: 2022-06-07
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planmaker/id1569806683/reviews.md

## What is PlanMaker?

■ PlanMaker
► The only complete Office spreadsheet program for your Excel files
► Work on your Excel spreadsheets wherever and whenever you want.
► When working on the go, take advantage of a feature set that you would otherwise only know from your PC or Mac.
► Almost all features can be used permanently free of charge.
 
The complete set of features that you know from Microsoft Excel or PlanMaker on your Mac or PC is now offered by PlanMaker on your iPhone and iPad.
 
Compatibility without compromise: PlanMaker uses the Microsoft Office XLSX format as its native format. This guarantees seamless data exchange. You can open your spreadsheets directly in Microsoft Excel without having to convert them.
 
Intuitive operation on iPhone and iPad: PlanMaker always provides an ideal user experience, regardless of whether you're using it on your iPhone or an iPad. On an iPhone, you can use the practical toolbars with just one finger. On an iPad, you work with ribbons similar to those on your Mac or PC.
 
Save locally or in the cloud: PlanMaker not only enables you to open and save documents stored on your device, but it also allows you to access your files in iCloud, Dropbox, OneDrive and all other cloud storage services.
 
The PlanMaker user interface is available in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and more than 20 other languages.
 
PlanMaker brings the features of a desktop spreadsheet program to your iPhone and iPad. You shouldn't settle for less.
 
■ Working with files
 
► Worksheets can be losslessly exchanged with PlanMaker for Windows, Mac and Linux.
► Open and save XLSX and XLS files with full fidelity from Microsoft Excel 5.0 to 2021 and Excel 365, also with password protection
► Import and export assistant for text files
 
■ Extensive calculation capabilities
 
► More than 430 calculation functions
► 1 million rows and 16384 columns
► Complex numbers and array functions
► AutoSum, AutoProduct, AutoFill, etc.
► External references
 
■ Editing and formatting
 
► Conditional formatting
► Format painter for the rapid transfer of formatting
► Borders, shading, fill patterns
► Cell styles
► Forms with input fields, checkboxes, dropdown lists, etc.
► Syntax highlighting
► Input validation (data validation)
► Sheet, workbook and document protection with encryption
 
■ Analyzing data
 
► AutoFilter
► Data grouping (outliner)
► Detective ("formula auditing") for troubleshooting worksheets
 
■ Comprehensive graphics functions
 
► Draw and design directly in the worksheet
► Excel-compatible AutoShapes
► Insert images
► Crop pictures, change brightness, contrast and gamma
► TextArt function for striking font effects
 
■ Presenting and visualizing data
 
► More than 80 types of 2D and 3D charts, for example, column and pie charts
► Impressive effects on charts: soft shadows, rounded edges, etc.
 
■ Other features
 
Almost all features of PlanMaker for iOS can be used free of charge. The following additional features are available to you via an inexpensive subscription:
 
► Printing
► Export to PDF and PDF/A
► Pivot tables
► Distributing text to cells
► Scenarios
► Data consolidation
► Sharing documents directly from PlanMaker
► Free customer support
 
A single subscription unlocks these features simultaneously in PlanMaker, TextMaker and Presentations for iOS.
 
License agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Excel file compatibility (XLSX, XLS)
- Over 430 calculation functions
- 1 million rows and 16384 columns
- Conditional formatting
- 80+ chart types
- Cloud storage integration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features | $1.49 | per month |
| Unlock all features | $13.49 | per year |


## What do users think of PlanMaker?

Overall sentiment: mostly positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Good alternative to MS Office
- 👍 Familiar UI, similar to desktop
- 👍 Comprehensive features
- 👍 Smooth performance on smaller files
- 👍 Good value for money
- 👍 Works well on iPad/iPhone
- 👍 Great for users transitioning from desktop
- 👍 High compatibility with MS Office formats
- 👍 Visually appealing UI
- 👍 Free to use with great success

**Cons**

- 🐛 Sluggish performance on larger files/scrolling
- 🐛 Printing requires subscription
- 🐛 Some important functions are paid
- 🐛 Limited interoperability (e.g., ODS files)
- 🐛 Difficulty inserting images into cells
- 🐛 UI can be cluttered on smaller screens
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance across devices
- 🐛 Some users experience freezing
- 🐛 Limited keyboard support

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Spreadsheet corruption and data deletion
- Blue line appearing in the center of the screen
- Freezing when changing font/font size
- Loading spinner and blue line persist after saving
- App crashes when selecting cells and background color
- Graphical glitches/flickering with original keyboard

**Most requested features**

- Support for ODS file saving
- Ability to adjust image size within cells
- More robust cloud support (OneDrive, Dropbox)
- Numeric keyboard integration
- Drag and drop cells functionality
- PDF import and annotation
- Dark theme/mode
- Improved zoom functionality for better column visibility
- Option for one-time purchase instead of subscription for printing
- Ability to import/export files via more cloud services

## Recent user reviews (10 of 56)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planmaker/id1569806683/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Sieht gut aus

*2026-01-09, version 1229.0909*

Optimale Numbers Alternative, da ich keinen Mac Desktop benutze. Mit einer Tastatur quasi wie auf dem Rechner. Leider unterstützt die App kein Speichern von ODS Dateien. Das wäre für mich zur Interoperabilität wichtig. Ich versuche auf dem iPad ein Bild in eine Zelle zu bekommen, sodass sich das Bild an die Zelle anpasst. Leider finde ich keine Option dafür. Im Forum und in den PDF´s habe ich auch nichts dazu gefunden. Ebenso sind wichtige Funktionen, wie drucken, kostenpflichtig. Das rentiert sich für mich nicht, da ich die App nur 3 mal im Jahr benutze.

### 4/5 — Spreadsheet

*2025-12-26, version 1229.0909*

I have only recently started using playmaker ,everything was going well until I wanted to print the spreadsheet then it says I need a subscription a bit surprised  but it’s not a great amount.

### 5/5 — Perfekt

*2025-12-21, version 1229.0909*

Endlich mal ein Excel ;-), das auch auf einem iPhone-Bildschirm nicht nervt. Danke!

### 4/5 — Excel

*2025-12-12, version 1229.0909*

Masih tahap mencoba

### 5/5 — Free Office Softmaker Planmaker

*2025-12-06, version 1229.0909*

Free Office Softamker is a very good group of programs. I have been working with these programs for many years and they are perfect for me. Thank you.🪙💵🎁📦💊.1Ea.TA.1Ez.

### 1/5 — Wasted my time

*2025-11-20*

I used this app for literally a single day and it corrupted my spreadsheet, deleting everything in it. I cannot fathom how anything could be so embarrassingly unusable

### 5/5 — Playmaker

*2025-09-27*

Great spreadsheet, easy to learn.

### 4/5 — Bug blue line

*2025-09-21, version 1229.0909*

Blue line appear in the center of my iPad every i change tab or lock the screen and back to Plan Maker

### 5/5 — Looking for an alternative

*2025-09-16, version 1225.0422*

If looking for an alternative to MS Office then I would recommend this.  Price and value of what you get is much better than MS Office if looking to save a few $.

### 5/5 — von Win zu iOS

*2025-07-09, version 1225.0422*

endlich und einfach

## Frequently asked questions about PlanMaker

### What does the PlanMaker app do?

PlanMaker is a comprehensive spreadsheet application for iPhone and iPad that allows you to create, edit, and analyze spreadsheets. It is designed to be fully compatible with Microsoft Excel files, ensuring seamless data exchange.

### What are the key features of PlanMaker?

Key features include compatibility with XLSX and XLS formats, over 430 calculation functions, support for up to 1 million rows and 16384 columns, conditional formatting, extensive charting options with over 80 types, and integration with cloud storage services like iCloud, Dropbox, and OneDrive.

### Is PlanMaker free to use?

Almost all features of PlanMaker for iOS can be used free of charge. However, the app also offers in-app purchases, suggesting that some advanced features or functionalities might require a purchase.

### What devices is PlanMaker compatible with?

PlanMaker is designed for use on iPhones and iPads. The user interface adapts to provide an ideal experience on both devices, with one-finger toolbars on iPhone and ribbon-like interfaces on iPad.

### How does PlanMaker handle data exchange with Excel?

PlanMaker uses the Microsoft Office XLSX format as its native format, guaranteeing seamless data exchange. You can open and save XLSX and XLS files directly with Microsoft Excel without needing to convert them, supporting versions from Excel 5.0 to 2021 and Excel 365.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1231.0311 — 2026-03-16

Stability improvements and bug fixes.

### 1229.0909 — 2025-09-17

Stability improvements and bug fixes.

### 1225.0422 — 2025-04-28

Stability improvements and bug fixes.

### 1223.0116 — 2025-01-24

Stability improvements and bug fixes.

### 1213.0507 — 2024-05-13

Stability improvements and bug fixes.

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## More apps by SoftMaker Software GmbH

- [SoftMaker Presentations](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/softmaker-presentations/id1568071866)
- [TextMaker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/textmaker/id1569805225)

All apps by SoftMaker Software GmbH: https://appshunter.io/developer/910083314

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