# Google Docs vs Workcloud Docs

The clearest difference is rating: Google Docs at 4.8 against Workcloud Docs's 1.0. Google Docs also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (3.2M vs 1). Workcloud Docs's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Google Docs sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $199.99 per year. Workcloud Docs asks for nothing beyond the download.

Google Docs holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Docs has 3.2M ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Google Docs ships an update weekly, Workcloud Docs every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Google Docs | Workcloud Docs |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (3.2M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-docs/id842842640/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workcloud-docs/id1469350942/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.2M** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 69.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#9** | — |
| Size | 348 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) | [Reflexis Systems Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1094727299) |

## What reviewers say

### Google Docs

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-docs/id842842640)

**Currently charting:** #9 Top Free · Productivity, #56 Top Free (US App Store)

Create, edit, and collaborate on documents online in real time. Work together seamlessly with your team, even offline, and access a variety of file types. AI-powered features can help draft and refine content.

**Highlights:** Real-time collaboration, Offline editing, Template library, Multiple file type support, AI-powered drafting, Commenting and action items

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Google AI Pro (5 TB) | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient and accessible
- 👍 Seamless collaboration
- 🔒 Automatic saving
- 💡 Offline functionality
- 👍 Versatile for various uses

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Laggy performance and input delays
- 👎 Limited formatting and customization options
- 🔍 Difficult to organize and navigate documents
- 👎 Compatibility issues with other platforms

**Reported bugs**

- Unexpected crashes and document loss
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps
- Issues with image insertion and manipulation

**Requested features**

- Improved document organization with folders
- Expanded font and formatting options
- Better integration with Microsoft Office
- Smoother scrolling and navigation


### Workcloud Docs

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workcloud-docs/id1469350942)

This app provides a secure, centralized document management system for retailers. It allows for easy storage, searching, and real-time access to corporate documents, including SOPs and training materials, with version control and permission settings.

**Highlights:** Centralized document storage, Version control, Hierarchical permissions, Real-time access, Document categorization, Mobile and desktop access

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Google Docs free?

Google Docs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Workcloud Docs free?

Workcloud Docs is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Google Docs or Workcloud Docs?

Google Docs is rated higher. Google Docs averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.2M ratings, while Workcloud Docs averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Google Docs or Workcloud Docs have ads?

Neither Google Docs nor Workcloud Docs shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Google Docs or Workcloud Docs?

Google Docs ships an update weekly, and Workcloud Docs every 2 months. Most recently, Google Docs was updated on September 24, 2026 and Workcloud Docs on September 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*