What's the best online document editor for businesses?

For most businesses, the best all-around online document editor is Google Docs / Google Workspace.

Why it’s usually the best

• Real-time collaboration is excellent
• Easy sharing and permissions
• Works in any browser
• Simple version history
• Strong integration with Gmail, Drive, Calendar, Meet, and many business apps
• Low learning curve for teams

When another option may be better

• Microsoft 365 / Word Online: best if your business relies heavily on Word, Excel, PowerPoint, complex formatting, or desktop Office compatibility
• Notion: great for internal docs, wikis, and lightweight team knowledge bases, but not ideal as a full Word replacement
• Zoho Writer: a good budget-friendly business option with solid collaboration
• OnlyOffice / Collabora: strong if you want self-hosted or more privacy-controlled setups

My short recommendation

• Most businesses: Google Workspace
• Office-heavy businesses: Microsoft 365
• Internal knowledge base: Notion
• Privacy/self-hosting needs: OnlyOffice or Collabora

If you want, I can also give you a best option by business size or a Google Docs vs Microsoft Word Online comparison.