One area Word has Docs beat is PDFs. You can open PDFs in Word on your desktop, edit them, and then save them as PDFs again; you can't do this in Google Docs. Our winner: Google gives you more file format compatibility. But Word may be your go-to if you require PDF editing.

What is the difference between Google Docs vs Microsoft Word?

Docs is accessible from any device, using any modern web browser. In fact, while Microsoft users can install Word and other 365 apps on only five devices,³ Google allows users to access Docs and the rest of Google Workspace on an unlimited number of devices.

Is Microsoft Word or Google Docs better for students?

User-friendly features make MS Word the most preferred processor for most people in educational areas. On the other hand, Google Docs is preferred by tech-savvy users who enjoy working online and require access to their documents on multiple devices at all times.