Comparison

Document Editor vs Office Word

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Document Editor

Create, view, and edit documents, spreadsheets, and presentations on your mobile device. This app offers compatibility with Microsoft Office and PDF formats, along with OCR and AI writing assistance for enhanced productivity.

Highlights
  • Create, edit, and view documents
  • Compatible with Microsoft Office and PDF
  • Spreadsheet editing and charting
  • Presentation creation and editing
  • OCR text recognition from images
  • Convert documents to PDF
  • AI writing and presentation generation
Features
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Document Editor integrates office document processor functions: Word, Excel Spreadsheet, Powerpoint and PDF Scanner, you can create, view and edit Word, Excel, PowerPoint and PDF files easily。 Document Editor is fully compatible with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs and Adobe PDF format. Documents can be viewed synchronously on mobile iphones, ipad, and mac。 ------FEATURES------ Documents •create, edit, view and share documents •compatible with mainstream document formats such as WORD,PDF, WPS, DOCX, DOC, DOCM+,RTF,TXT •Insert tables, pictures, text boxes, shapes, bookmarks and special symbols •Create and edit notes, headers & footers, footnotes, page numbers •Format page setup, page print options, margins, orientation, page size & more Spreadsheets •edit spreadsheets on your mobile phone •Compatible with Microsoft Excel office formats •Create, preview and edit advanced charts •use Excel templates to quickly create tables Slides •create slides, or use ppt templates to quickly make slides •Compatible with Microsoft PowerPoint office formats •Insert charts, tables, pictures, text boxes & shapes •Change slide theme, layout, slide size or background •Add, edit and manage slide transitions OCR •OCR technology is used to recognize text on image. •Extract any Text/Words On Image. •Crop image before OCR. •Edit & Share OCR result. PDF Converter •Open and annotate PDF files •PDF Converter: create pdf , convert document files (doc, docx, ppt, pptx) to PDF Professioanal Tempaltes •Rich professional designed templates •quickly edit word , make spreadsheets, or use professional PPT templates to make PPT slides on your phone AI writing •AI documents: AI writes resumes, AI writes work summaries, AI writes internship reports, AI can help you write documents quickly •AI PPT: AI generates PPT, supports theme generation, document generation and custom generation, massive AI PPT templates, mobile phone PPT production is more efficient Subscription Instructions: Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Privacy Policy: http://www.palmmob.cn/yinsi/wordv2yinsiiosen.html User Agreement: http://www.palmmob.cn/yinsi/wordv2yonghuiosen.html

About

Office Word

Create, edit, and manage Word documents on the go with a user-friendly interface. Collaborate in real-time, secure your files with password protection, and integrate with cloud services. Ideal for professionals, students, and freelancers needing to conquer their document needs.

Highlights
  • Create, edit, and view Word documents
  • Real-time collaboration
  • Password protection and two-factor authentication
  • Cloud service integration (Google Drive, Dropbox)
  • Insert tables, images, and charts
  • Create resumes and cover letters
Features
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Office Word: Edit Word Documents is a powerful and user-friendly app that lets you create, edit, view, share, and manage your documents and files on the go. Whether you're one busy professional crafting reports and proposals, a student juggling assignments, or simply need to jot down quick notes, this app equips you with everything you need to conquer your docs needs. 1. Interface and Formatting Tools Sleek and intuitive interface for effortless document and file navigation and editing. Variety of formatting tools to customize and edit your Word docs (fonts, text sizes, bold, italic, underline, highlight). Ability to seamlessly insert tables, images, and charts into your Word files. 2. Collaboration Features Real-time collaboration capabilities to create, edit, or annotate documents simultaneously with team members. Commenting directly on specific parts of the document or file to facilitate clear communication and feedback. 3. Security Options Password protection for your Word files to ensure security. Two-factor authentication for authorized access to your documents. Robust security features to keep your documents safe. 4. Personal and Professional Use Suitable for both personal and professional document and file creation and editing. Ideal for students, freelancers, and business owners to edit, create, or manage their documents. Seamless integration with popular cloud services like Google Drive and Dropbox for easy document and file sharing. 5. Free trials and subscriptions Try out all paid features for free for 3 days to experience the power of editing your documents and files. Select a plan that best suits your needs to edit or create Word docs. Cancel anytime without any obligations. Subscription will be charged to your credit card through your App Store account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscription in the Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. Here's what makes Office Word: Edit Word Documents stand out: Effortlessly create, edit, view, share, and manage Word docs. Collaborate in real-time with colleagues on documents and files. Ensure security with password protection and two-factor authentication for your Word docs. Manage documents and files for personal or professional use. Enjoy a free trial and flexible subscription options. Read and manage all file formats such as Word, docx, pdf, xls, pptx, etc. Create professional resumes and cover letters with existing templates. Empowering Users in Every Role: Students: Streamline your workflow and excel in your studies with this powerful mobile app. Effortlessly create, edit, view, and share all your school documents. Manage or edit assignments, take clear and organized notes, and create polished reports and presentations that will impress your professors. Freelancers: Enhance your workflow and productivity with Office Word: Edit Word Documents. Create, edit professional Word documents, proposals, and invoices, leaving a lasting impression on clients. Work efficiently with clients, deliver high-quality projects on time, and manage your freelance business effectively with seamless file sharing and collaboration features. Create, edit, view, and share all your freelance docs and files on the go, keeping you organized and on top of your projects Business Owners: Manage essential word files, collaborate with teams across locations, and create impactful presentations to showcase your business with Office Word: Edit Word Documents Additional Information • Link to the app's Terms of Use - https://blog.a1apps.co/terms-of-use-office-wordedit-word-document/ Link to the app's Privacy Policy - https://blog.a1apps.co/privacy-policy-office-wordedit-word-document/ Download Office Word: Edit Word Documents today and experience the future of mobile document and file management!

Screenshots

Document Editor4 screens
Office Word4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Office Word at free with in-app purchases against Document Editor's subscription. Office Word also leads on ratings volume (9.4K vs 297) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Document Editor sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Office Word sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Office Word holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Office Word has 9.4K ratings behind it against 297, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of Document Editor's written reviews are positive against 34% of Office Word's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Document Editor ships an update every 2 months, Office Word every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Document Editor versus Office Word: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDocument EditorOffice Word
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (297 ratings)4.6 (9.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.6% of reviews34.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2979.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank—#57 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.014.0
Further details — not scored
Size118 MB227 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperpalmmobRhophi Analytics LLP

Customer experience

Document Editor

All ratings297 ratings
Positive85.5%
Neutral3.0%
Negative11.4%
Written reviews43 reviews
Positive25.6%
Neutral4.7%
Negative69.8%

Office Word

All ratings9,376 ratings
Positive91.0%
Neutral2.7%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews419 reviews
Positive34.4%
Neutral3.1%
Negative62.5%

Bugs and requests

Document Editor

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Office Word

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Unable to save or export documents
  • Formatting issues when editing text
  • Inconsistent performance across devices
  • Syncing problems between mobile and desktop

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more formatting options
  • Improve compatibility with other document formats
  • Implement a free version with limited features
  • Provide better customer support and communication

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Document Editor

Subscriptions7
  • Office Premium Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Office Premium quarterly$9.996 Months
  • Office Premium quarterly$11.993 Months
Show 4 more
  • Office Premium Yearly$14.991 Year
  • Office Premium Yearly$25.991 Year
  • Office Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Office Premium Yearly3 Days trial$30.991 Year
One-time1
  • Office Premium Lifetime$29.99
11 purchases

Office Word

Subscriptions11
  • Premium Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Pro Weekly Plan7 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Pro Weekly Plan3 Days trial$7.997 Days
Show 8 more
  • Premium Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$14.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly 15% Off$25.491 Year
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Black Friday Premium Sale$49.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Document Editor free?
Document Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Office Word free?
Office Word is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Document Editor or Office Word?
Office Word is rated higher. Document Editor averages 4.4 out of 5 from 297 ratings, while Office Word averages 4.6 from 9.4K ratings.
Do Document Editor or Office Word have ads?
Neither Document Editor nor Office Word shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Document Editor or Office Word?
Document Editor ships an update every 2 months, and Office Word every 3 weeks. Most recently, Document Editor was updated on September 23, 2026 and Office Word on September 24, 2026.

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