18.4
Web-based LaTeX editor with Windows, Mac, Linux, self-hosted, API, and extension options.
Free planOpen sourceWebAPIExtension
Best LaTeX Editors in 2026
Overleaf leads this chart of 32 (8.4/10, free plan). Verbosus is next (8.0/10, free plan), and VerbTeX is the next highest-placed with a free plan (8.0/10). LaTeX editors help you write and work with documents in LaTeX; the choice depends on editor features and the platforms you need. Check Android support before choosing if you plan to work from a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phone or tablet. Compare free plans, offline editing, collaboration, visual editing and Git support, too.
28.0
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
38.0
Android app for collaborative LaTeX editing, with PDF generation and BibTeX or Biber support.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
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Papeeria
Web LaTeX editor with Android and iOS apps, collaboration, templates, and continuous compilation.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb7.4From $5 a month - 5
Avidemux
Free planOpen sourceWebLinuxmacOSWindows7.3Free plan - 6
Oleafly
Oleafly is a free desktop workspace for technical documents such as papers, theses, and resumes.
Free planOpen sourceAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted7.2Free plan - 7
JianTeX
JianTeX is a free academic writing tool with desktop, browser, and self-hosted options for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Free planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted6.9Free plan - 8
TeXposit
TeXposit is a collaborative web editor for LaTeX and Markdown, intended for academic writing such as papers, theses, and technical reports.
Free planWebAPISelf-hosted6.8Free plan - 9
Texifier
A LaTeX writing tool for Mac, Windows, and iOS that renders PDFs as you type.
iOSmacOSWindows6.7$29.99 one-time - 10
LyX
Graphical TeX/LaTeX processor with structured writing tools and point-and-click equations.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.3Free plan - 11
TeXstudio
TeXstudio is a free desktop environment for creating and editing LaTeX documents.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.3Free plan - 126.3$50 one-time
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Prism
Prism is a free, web-based LaTeX workspace for scientific writing and collaboration.
Free planWeb6.2Free plan - 14
TeXworks
Simple TeX front end with a Unicode-aware editor and SyncTeX source-to-PDF viewing.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.2Free plan - 15
Kile
TeX/LaTeX editor with one-click builds, command completion, templates, and document wizards.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.1Free plan - 16
Texmaker
Free desktop LaTeX editor with Unicode, spell checking, code completion, and code folding.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.1Free plan - 17
Gummi
Gummi is a free desktop editor for writing LaTeX documents on Linux, macOS, and Windows; listed platform support also includes BSD and macOS/NetBSD.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.0Free plan - 18
Texpile
Texpile is a free, open-source desktop editor for LaTeX, Typst, and Markdown, available on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.0Free plan - 19
8gwifi LaTeX Editor
Web LaTeX editor with a code runner, math solver, chemistry rendering, and AI tools.
Free planWeb5.9Free plan - 20
Kile
TeX/LaTeX editor for Linux and Windows with interactive previews, templates, and wizards.
Free planLinuxWindows5.9Free plan - 21
LaTeXiT
Mac equation tool that composes, crops, and exports rendered LaTeX as PDF, MathML, or SVG.
Free planmacOS5.9Free plan - 22
TeXnicCenter
TeXnicCenter is a free Windows desktop environment for creating LaTeX documents.
Free planWindows5.9Free plan - 23
TeXShop
A free Mac TeX previewer that uses a separate TeX distribution to typeset PDFs.
Free planmacOS5.9Free plan - 24
SciPen Studio
Free desktop workspace for LaTeX and Typst with local compilers and PDF preview.
LinuxmacOSWindows5.8 - 25
WinShell
A free Windows LaTeX and TeX editor with project tools and built-in spell checking.
Free planWindows5.8Free plan
Choosing well
Which platforms does it need to run on?
Start by checking whether the editor supports the devices you plan to use. Confirm Android support directly if you want to work from a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phone or tablet.
The comparison covers Windows, macOS, Linux, web, self-hosted and iOS support. A web option may suit browser-based work, while a desktop app may fit your computer workflow.
Do you want a visual editor or code-based editing?
Choose based on how you want to work with LaTeX. The comparison includes editor type and visual-editor support, so check the product details for the editing approach that fits you.
Do you need real-time collaboration?
Check for real-time collaboration if you plan to edit documents with other people. This feature is part of the comparison, but availability depends on the editor.
Will you need to edit without an internet connection?
Check offline-editing support if you expect to work without a connection. Do not assume an editor works offline based on its platform or pricing model.
Can you use it on a free plan?
Compare the free-plan details with the features you need, and check the paid starting price where one is listed. A free plan and a free trial are different offers.
If you need to read or change the code, check the editor's licence and open-source status.
Does it need Git integration?
If Git is part of your document workflow, check whether the editor supports Git integration before choosing. The comparison includes this feature.
Questions people ask
Can I use a LaTeX editor on an Android phone?
Check the editor’s platform information for Android support before choosing. The platform comparison covers Windows, macOS, Linux, web, self-hosted and iOS.
What should I compare when choosing a LaTeX editor?
Compare supported platforms, editor type, visual editing, offline editing, real-time collaboration and Git integration, along with free-plan and paid-price details.
Can I edit LaTeX offline?
Offline editing is one of the comparison points. Check the individual editor’s details to confirm whether it supports your workflow without an internet connection.
Are LaTeX editors free?
Free-plan availability and paid starting prices vary by editor. Check the pricing details for the editor you are considering.
Which LaTeX editors support real-time collaboration?
Real-time collaboration is included as a comparison point. Check each editor’s details to see whether it offers the feature you need.