# Microsoft Excel vs Form+ for Google Forms

Microsoft Excel and Form+ for Google Forms both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 44% of Form+ for Google Forms's written reviews are positive against 24% of Microsoft Excel's. Form+ for Google Forms also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). Microsoft Excel's advantage is ratings volume (1.5M vs 45K) and chart position (#21 vs #170). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Microsoft Excel sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Form+ for Google Forms sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Microsoft Excel against 4.8 for Form+ for Google Forms. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Microsoft Excel has 1.5M ratings behind it against 45K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 24% of Microsoft Excel's written reviews are positive against 44% of Form+ for Google Forms's.

Microsoft Excel ships an update weekly, Form+ for Google Forms every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Microsoft Excel | Form+ for Google Forms |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.5M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microsoft-excel/id586683407/reviews) | **[4.8 (45K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/form-plus-for-google-forms/id1544827472/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.5M** | 45K |
| Positive reviews | 24.1% of reviews | **44.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#21** | #170 |
| Size | 439 MB | 143 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Vision Pro | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Microsoft Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/298856275) | [Amad Marwat](https://appshunter.io/developer/1496101343) |

## What reviewers say

### Microsoft Excel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microsoft-excel/id586683407)

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Free · Productivity, #38 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

This powerful productivity app allows you to create, view, and edit spreadsheets on the go. Manage data, perform calculations, and analyze information with robust formatting and charting tools. Share your work easily with others.

**Highlights:** Create, view, and edit spreadsheets, Data analysis with charts and graphs, Budgeting and accounting tools, Customizable tables and formatting, Share files with collaborators, Draw and annotate with ink

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Office 365 Personal | $5.99 | per month |
| Office 365 Personal | $6.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Personal Student | $9.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Personal | $9.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Family | $12.99 | per month |
| Office 365 Home | $12.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Premium Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Microsoft Copilot Pro | $20.00 | per month |
| Office 365 Personal | $69.99 | per year |
| Microsoft 365 Personal | $99.99 | per year |
| Office 365 Home | $129.99 | per year |
| Microsoft 365 Family | $129.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Powerful and feature-rich
- 🔍 Useful for data management and analysis
- 🔧 Convenient for on-the-go work
- 🤝 Good integration with Microsoft ecosystem
- 🤩 Excellent for personal and professional use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription required for full functionality
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 📱 Limited features compared to desktop version
- 🤔 Confusing user interface changes
- 🤯 Frustrating syncing and file management issues

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to open or edit files
- Unexpected app closures
- Syncing problems with OneDrive
- Formatting issues when copying and pasting
- Slow performance on high-end devices

**Requested features**

- Conditional formatting options
- Ability to open password-protected files
- Improved Apple Pencil and keyboard support
- Customizable keyboard shortcuts
- Better compatibility with Dropbox and other cloud storage


### Form+ for Google Forms

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/form-plus-for-google-forms/id1544827472)

**Currently charting:** #170 Top Grossing · Productivity, #208 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

Create, edit, and manage Google Forms directly from your iOS device. Utilize templates, import questions, and collaborate with others. View responses in various modes, export data, and receive notifications for new submissions.

**Highlights:** Create new forms, Edit existing forms, Import questions from existing forms, Scan questions from camera or files, View responses in summary, questions, or individual modes, Export responses to CSV or Excel, Receive response notifications

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Forma for Google Survey | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Survey form for Google Forms | $4.99 | per month |
| Forms App Premium Plan | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Forms for Google Form PRO | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Forms for Google Docs & Sheets | $39.99 | per year |
| Poll for Google Forms Sites | $49.99 | per year |
| Forms for Google Drive | $59.99 | per year |
| Google Forms for Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 📊 Helpful for organizing information
- 🤖 Good for creating quizzes and surveys
- 💻 Convenient mobile access to Google Forms

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Many features locked behind paywall
- 🔁 Restricted refresh rate without subscription
- 🔕 Notifications require paid subscription
- 🙄 Constant ads and upsells
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Forms randomly deleting
- Inability to type or edit forms
- Crashes and freezes
- Syncing and saving issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize themes and logos
- Undo/restore deleted forms
- Improved syncing and saving functionality
- More free features without subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Microsoft Excel free?

Microsoft Excel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Form+ for Google Forms free?

Form+ for Google Forms is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Microsoft Excel or Form+ for Google Forms?

Form+ for Google Forms is rated higher. Microsoft Excel averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.5M ratings, while Form+ for Google Forms averages 4.8 from 45K ratings.

### Do Microsoft Excel or Form+ for Google Forms have ads?

Neither Microsoft Excel nor Form+ for Google Forms shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Microsoft Excel or Form+ for Google Forms?

Microsoft Excel ships an update weekly, and Form+ for Google Forms every 9 days. Most recently, Microsoft Excel was updated on October 13, 2026 and Form+ for Google Forms on October 13, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Microsoft Excel or Form+ for Google Forms?

Microsoft Excel currently peaks at #21 in the App Store charts, and Form+ for Google Forms at #170. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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