Although Microsoft has made a free version of its mobile suite available, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for iPhone or iPad, you may be in search of alternatives.

I personally like the Office Mobile for iPhone interface best, but I understand how some users want a different experience. Hopefully this list of popular alternatives helps you find tools that work best for your projects.

Do you use other devices, too? Find alternatives to Microsoft Office for Android, Windows Phone, Windows, and Mac as well: Top 36 Free Alternatives to Microsoft Office.

1. List of Popular Office Software Suites and Apps for iPhone and iPad

Luckily, most office software options for iOS now come in a free version and many allow you to not only view but edit documents.

This list of 11 popular office software suites for iPhone or iPad includes 9 that are free! This includes iWork, which is free on newer Apple devices.More »

2. Consider Evernote, OneNote, or Google Keep

Note programs have replace word processors for many mobile users. Find out more by visiting these quick resources for three of the most popular note programs for iPhone. More »

3. Consider These Additional iOS Apps for General Productivity

Find dozens of awesome apps for news, storage, security, social, communication, blogging, and much more.More »

4. More Device-specific Recommendations for Apple Devices (Free and Premium)

Office software program apps are used alongside other productivity tools you may be interested in. Here are a few suggestions based on specific iOS or Mac devices you use:

Best Office Software and Productivity Apps for iPad Air or iPad Mini

Best Office Software and Productivity Apps for iPhone or iPod Touch

Best Office Software and Productivity Apps for Mac Notebooks

Best Office Software and Productivity Apps for Mac Desktops