How much does Etherpad cost?

Etherpad offers a free plan and paid plans starting from N/A.

How good is Etherpad?

Etherpad has a Lunoo score of 6.8/10. This score is based on features, user satisfaction, and overall quality.

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Etherpad

6.8

Fair

Free Plan • Best for: Ideal for small teams or projects requiring simple text-based collaboration.

update Last updated: Mar 1, 2026

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description Etherpad Overview

Etherpad is a cross-platform real-time collaboration tool that allows multiple users to edit text documents simultaneously. It supports multiple devices including Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. Etherpad offers features like version control and history tracking.

info Etherpad Specifications

Api	Available
Languages	JavaScript
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Integration	GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket

balance Etherpad Pros & Cons

thumb_up Pros

check Real-time collaboration
check Cross-platform compatibility
check Version control and history tracking
check Multiple device support

thumb_down Cons

close Limited feature set compared to dedicated office suites
close Less advanced formatting options
close No native mobile app for iOS
close Community-driven development with occasional downtime

help Etherpad FAQ

Is Etherpad free to use?

Yes, it offers a freemium model with basic features available for free.

Does Etherpad support real-time collaboration?

Absolutely, multiple users can edit the same document in real time without conflicts.

Can I use Etherpad on my mobile device?

Yes, it supports iOS and Android through web browsers, but there's no native app for iOS.

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Why this score

Etherpad scores 6.8/10 due to its robust real-time collaboration features and cross-platform support, but it lacks advanced formatting options and has occasional downtime issues.

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