Best LaTeX editor Software — Free & Paid (2026)

Explore and compare 13 LaTeX editor tools on FreeSoftwareX (More Software). Browse free, open-source and commercial options side by side — compare features, licensing and price — and find the right fit for your business.

What is LaTeX editor software?

LaTeX editor software helps teams handle their latex editor needs within More Software. On this page you can compare the leading options by licence model — 10 free / open-source and 3 paid / freemium tools — so you can shortlist by budget, features and support before you commit.

Top free & open-source LaTeX editor

VerbosusWinShellAUCTeXGNOME LaTeXGummiOverleafTeX LiveTeXstudio

Top paid & freemium LaTeX editor

Scientific WorkPlaceAuthoreaCoCalc

Popular LaTeX editor tools

AUCTeX — Open SourceAuthorea — FreemiumCoCalc — FreemiumGNOME LaTeX — Open SourceGummi — Open SourceOverleaf — Open SourceScientific WorkPlace — PaidTeX Live — Open SourceTeXstudio — Open SourceTeXworks — Open SourceTexmaker — Open SourceVerbosus — FreeWinShell — Free

How to choose LaTeX editor

Start with your must-have features and budget. Open-source and free tools suit lean teams and those who can self-host; freemium lets you trial before paying; commercial tools add vendor support and guarantees. Compare the shortlisted LaTeX editor above, then request a quote or demo free.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best free LaTeX editor?
Popular free and open-source LaTeX editor options include AUCTeX and others listed above. The best choice depends on your features, team size and whether you can self-host.
How many LaTeX editor tools are listed?
FreeSoftwareX currently lists 13 LaTeX editor tools, spanning free, open-source, freemium and commercial licences.
Are there free LaTeX editor options?
Yes — 10 of the LaTeX editor tools listed are free or open source. See "Top free & open-source LaTeX editor" above.
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