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Craft vs Microsoft 365

Updated June 2026 · A structured head-to-head comparison.

Beautiful documents and notes.

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

The verdict

Both Craft and Microsoft 365 are credible note taking tools, and the right pick comes down to your priorities.

Choose Craft if you want a lower starting price (free – $10/mo) and a free plan to start on. Beautiful documents and notes.

Choose Microsoft 365 if you'd rather have a longer free trial (30 days). Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

Craft vs Microsoft 365: side by side

DimensionCraftMicrosoft 365
Starting priceFree – $10/moWinnerFrom $6/user/mo
Free planYesWinnerNo
Free trial30 daysWinner
Pricing modelFreemiumSubscription
Best forApple Users, WritersEnterprise, Smb
PlatformsWeb, Mac, Windows, Ios, AndroidWeb, Windows, Mac, Ios, Android
Rating4.6/54.6/5

Craft key facts

Vendor
Craft
Pricing
Freemium — Free – $10/mo
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web, Mac, Windows, Ios, Android
Best for
Apple Users, Writers
Editor rating
4.6 / 5
Founded
2019
Headquarters
Budapest, Hungary

Microsoft 365 key facts

Vendor
Microsoft
Pricing
Subscription — From $6/user/mo
Free tier
Free trial (30 days)
Platforms
Web, Windows, Mac, Ios, Android
Best for
Enterprise, Smb
Editor rating
4.6 / 5
Founded
2011
Headquarters
Redmond, WA, USA

Frequently asked questions

Is Craft better than Microsoft 365?

Neither is universally better — Craft edges ahead on overall rating, but the best choice depends on price, platforms, and your use case. See the side-by-side table above.

Is Craft or Microsoft 365 cheaper?

Craft is the more affordable of the two to get started, at free – $10/mo. Craft starts at free – $10/mo; Microsoft 365 starts at from $6/user/mo.

Can Craft replace Microsoft 365?

Yes for most teams — both are note taking tools with heavily overlapping features. The main trade-offs are pricing and platform support, covered in the comparison above.