Pros
Direct cloud access works like a charm in both the editor and spreadsheet. Comes with many apps that are very useful in the office like the envelope printer and network communications.
Runs very fast and uses almost no system resources.
Cons
Cannot select what needs to be installed, but since this office suite only takes up 77mb when installed, I can live with that.
Summary
As a free software download it is amazing what gets installed in such a small package. The video phone is a definitive plus, as it doesn't need an internet connection to work, unlike other software.
The Mac dock that sits at the bottom of the screen is just fantastic! It has all the major system apps listed with instant startup. Since Windows 8 and 10 no longer has a menu system, this dock comes in very handy. Excalibur office is a feature-rich and versatile office suite without any equal.
I added almost over 30 other custom apps to the dock and it makes my life so much easier. This is one awesome and fast office suite. :)
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Pros
The pros are that this is a basic Office suite with lots of extras to go with it which can be downloaded from it's website.
It loads all MS-Office files. (In fact, it has a Microsoft stamp of approval.)
And it is also crowd-funded.
Cons
Lots of bad things. You have to clean each of the files from it's website before installing.
They include this desktop clock that loads automatically. (It's a pain more then anything else.)
No user dictionary available.
Lots of eye-candy, but limited options that you can adjust.
Summary
This is aimed as a replacement for Microsoft Office, and load all of the Microsoft's files. But it is loaded with bugs. The bugs can be removed with good virus software.
It has all kinds of templates and special programs. Most of them you won't ever use.
And the automatic clock is a problem child. (You can disable the clock from loading if you know where to look. I think the file is called, "clocknew.exe", and is located in this office's program folder.)
There are many other office suites better then this.
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Reply by BeBob Esq on April 14, 2015
I think your system itself has been compromised. I have used their software for more than five years now and have never had any problems that you experienced.
I may add that the add-ons and malware included in the download added by CNET might have been the problem so many people have experienced so far.
Always use the "Direct Download" link, otherwise they will add malware and unwanted crap to your computer on installation....
Get your facts straight before making such allegations!!
Pros
Outstandingly quick and easy to use. An impressive collection of software. Lots of excellent features and functions that are not available in other office suites. The tabbed interfaces and thumbnail views are very helpful.
The fact that this office suite does not require Java, puts it ahead of any and all other free and open source office suites.
Cons
There is very little to find wrong.
Summary
Extremely small footprint after installation. Uses little to no resources and runs very fast. It is definitively one of the best software packages I have ever used. Its usability is excellent and of a very high standard.
I have not experienced any of the other reviewers' problems, but I think it may the more to do with the add-ons from CNET and the individual user.
Outclasses any other office suite hands-down.
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Pros
The program seems to install fine, and it purports to have much more than just an office suite.
Cons
The office suite programs simply will not start or run.
Summary
This is not an office suite worth messing with.
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Reply by IndianRed21 on April 4, 2013
It looks like a user problem to me... Bubba!!
Everybody else including the CNET editors got it working without a problem, and they liked it!
Pros
I have tested this free office suite from SSuite Office and found it to be an excellent alternative to commercial but also to open source software. The GUI is fantastic and easy to use.
Doesn't even need Java or .NET to run. Makes for a very efficient software package. :)
Cons
Could find none at this time.
Summary
Thank you very much for offering such wonderful, simple, easy AND USEFUL software for FREE!
Has a very small footprint, only 69MB and uses almost no system resources unlike all the other open source office suites.
A must have!
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Pros
Nothing at all
Cons
Does not create shortcuts to open docs by default. Not any presentation software (so, it is not a real alternative to any office suite). Its default format for text processing is "rtf" (!). Cannot open docx or xlsx or odt/ost files. An annoying and overloaded taskbar.
Summary
With a childish stetic and basic funcionality, this piece of soft(bloat)ware is exactly the opposite to productivity. The fact that CNET gave it 5 stars is aboslutely intriguing to me and means a slap in the face to other (actual) office suites like MSO, Kingston or LibreOffice
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Reply by Jack Flasher on October 23, 2012
You call this bloatware??
The alternatives you gave alone are more than 200MB each in download!
It is clear you don't know much of software! and who still needs vendor-lockin with the document formats you mentioned, yes... even the open source ones!!
Pros
None what so ever.
Cons
Slow, bloated, installs software you don't want, puts software in start up that bogs the system WAY down, the interface looks like a grade school software competition was held to program it, comes with games (real productive???), lots more cons....
Summary
Very disappointing, before the install was complete I got a BDS/Backdoor.Gen2 virus, I cleaned it and looked at the software anyway, and that was disappointing too, it's hideous like children programed it. It has a slew of useless "pretend office" utilities and a docking bar and clock it loads the next time you boot up (without asking permission) and as ugly as any software there ever was. The time it took to load was so long I thought my computer had locked up.
This is possibly the worst software ever. Don't use anything by this company(?) or these people. I would stay very far away.
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Reply by BeBob Esq on April 14, 2015
I think your system itself has been compromised. I have used their software for more than five years now and have never had any problems that you experienced.
I may add that the add-ons and malware included in the download added by CNET might have been the problem so many people have experienced so far.
Always use the "Direct Download" link, otherwise they will add malware and unwanted crap to your computer on installation....
Get your facts straight before making such allegations!!
Reply by Imogen7Ryan on April 6, 2012
Hi, I saw all the "Extras" on another download site and thought to myself that I seriously DO NOT want them. Thanks for clarifying and sorry for your experience.
Pros
passed avira then gave me 2 virus alerts with antivir task manager.
clicked on softpedia [cnet] download icon
Cons
Status: Definitely not required - typically viruses, spyware, adware and 'resource hogs'.
Description: SDBOT.MD WORM!
Summary
uninstalled it. pity.
I downloaded the 5th element.
seems to have been virus infected.
from softpedia site.
but with download green icon.
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Reply by BeBob Esq on April 14, 2015
I think your system itself has been compromised. I have used their software for more than five years now and have never had any problems that you experienced.
I may add that the add-ons and malware included in the download added by CNET might have been the problem so many people have experienced so far.
Always use the "Direct Download" link, otherwise they will add malware and unwanted crap to your computer on installation....
Get your facts straight before making such allegations!!
Reply by BeBob Esq on April 14, 2015
I think your system itself has been compromised. I have used their software for more than five years now and have never had any problems that you experienced.
I may add that the add-ons and malware included in the download added by CNET might have been the problem so many people have experienced so far.
Always use the "Direct Download" link, otherwise they will add malware and unwanted crap to your computer on installation....
Get your facts straight before making such allegations!!
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