Buy Office Word (2026 Release)

: This is the standalone "piece" of Word if you only need the word processor for personal use. It is a one-time purchase, typically around $179.99 $79.99 at the Microsoft Store .

: A better value if you also need Excel and PowerPoint. It costs $149.99 at retailers like Best Buy or the Microsoft Store.

: You can use a lightweight version of Word for free in your browser at Office.com. buy office word

: Covers up to 6 people for $99.99/year or $9.99/month . Free Options

If you want to own the software forever and avoid recurring costs, these versions are best for a single PC or Mac. Note that these don't include future major version upgrades. : This is the standalone "piece" of Word

: Includes Outlook and is licensed for commercial use. It is available for $249.99 at Office Depot and Newegg . Subscription (Microsoft 365)

: Free for eligible students and teachers with a school email address. It costs $149

This gives you the latest version of all Office apps plus 1TB of cloud storage. It’s ideal if you use Word across multiple devices (phone, tablet, laptop).