Buy Office Programs for Mac – Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint

The most important Microsoft Office programs are not only available for Windows – all four core applications also come as full, native Mac versions, optimised for macOS and Apple Silicon. This category is part of our Microsoft Office section and brings together the individual Mac licences. At Lizenzindustrie you get every Microsoft Office program for Mac as a verified individual licence – delivered by email, at a price well below the official list price.

Individual Office programs for Mac – when are they the right choice?

Not every Mac user needs the complete Office suite. If you only write documents on your Mac, you don't need Excel or PowerPoint. If you manage your email in Outlook, you may have no need for a spreadsheet. And if you regularly create presentations, you don't necessarily need the full range of Office features.

In these situations, a targeted individual licence is the most cost-effective decision – cheaper than a complete Office suite, fully featured and just as easy to activate. Individual licences are the ideal solution especially for Mac users who already own an older Office suite and want to add a single program in a newer version.

If, on the other hand, you regularly use three or more Office programs, a complete suite from our Office Suites for Mac category works out cheaper. The suite price is usually well below the combined price of the individual programs.

All individual Office programs for Mac at a glance

• Microsoft Word for Mac – The leading word processor – natively optimised for macOS and fully compatible with the Windows version. Word for Mac offers the same professional feature set as the Windows version: smart styles, automatic tables of contents, real-time collaboration, Track Changes, mail merge and Dark Mode. On Apple Silicon Macs, Word runs natively – fast and energy-efficient. Ideal for all Mac users who work professionally with text every day.
• Microsoft Excel for Mac – The widely used spreadsheet program – fully available for macOS. Excel for Mac offers almost the same feature set as the Windows version: PivotTables, XLOOKUP (from Excel 2021), LAMBDA (from Excel 2024), conditional formatting, numerous chart types and VBA macro support. On Apple Silicon Macs, Excel runs natively and benefits directly from the processing power of the M chip. The preferred choice for financial controllers, analysts and anyone who works with figures and data every day.
• Microsoft Outlook for Mac – The professional email client with integrated calendar, tasks and contacts – developed natively for macOS. Outlook for Mac supports Exchange, Microsoft 365, Gmail, IMAP and all other common email protocols. The new Outlook interface for Mac is modern, uncluttered and noticeably faster than older versions. For Mac users in business environments with Exchange Server, Outlook is the essential central communication platform.
• Microsoft PowerPoint for Mac – The worldwide standard for professional presentations – fully optimised for macOS. PowerPoint for Mac offers the same core features as the Windows version: the Morph transition, Presenter View, embedded videos and full compatibility with .pptx files from Windows users. Cloud features such as Designer are reserved for Microsoft 365 subscribers. On Apple Silicon Macs, PowerPoint runs natively – smooth animations, fast start-up, better battery life.

Important note: Publisher and Access are not available for Mac

Microsoft Publisher and Microsoft Access are available exclusively for Windows – there are no native Mac versions of these programs. For all other Office programs – Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook – full Mac versions are available from Lizenzindustrie as individual licences.

Compatibility between Mac and Windows

All Office programs for Mac are fully compatible with their Windows counterparts. Word's .docx format, Excel's .xlsx format and PowerPoint's .pptx format work identically on both platforms – formatting, formulas and animations are fully preserved when switching between Mac and Windows. In mixed working environments with Mac and Windows users, this is a decisive advantage.

Native Apple Silicon support

All current Office programs for Mac – for example from Office 2021 for Mac and Office 2024 – run fully natively on Apple Silicon. That means maximum performance without Rosetta emulation, optimised battery life and noticeably smoother operation on all Macs with an M chip. If you have switched from an Intel Mac to a newer Apple Silicon model, you will notice the difference immediately in a direct comparison.

Office 2019 for Mac also supports Apple Silicon from version 16.44. If you are equipping a current Mac, Office 2024 for Mac is your best option.

Individual licence or complete Office suite for Mac?

As a rule of thumb: if you only need one or two Office programs, you save with individual licences. If you regularly use three or more programs, a complete Office suite for Mac works out cheaper. If you are unsure, we are happy to help – our Support and Service team will advise you free of charge.

How buying from Lizenzindustrie works

Choose your individual Mac licence, place your order, copy the key from the email – that's all it takes. The licence key is usually sent within 5 to 30 minutes after payment is received; no physical media is required. Installation and activation take place via your Microsoft account on the official Microsoft servers.

• ✔ Delivery by email – licence key usually 5 to 30 minutes after payment is received (daily 9:00–21:00)
• ✔ Verified licences – can be activated via the official Microsoft servers
• ✔ Fair price – well below the official Microsoft list price
• ✔ Native for Apple Silicon – optimised for Macs with an M chip
• ✔ Perpetual use – buy once, no subscription
• ✔ Traceable origin – licences from distributors and wholesalers in Europe
• ✔ Fast support – we help you quickly with activation questions

Not sure which program or version is right for your Mac? Get in touch – we will advise you directly and free of charge.

Frequently asked questions about Office programs for Mac

Are Office programs for Mac compatible with the Windows version?

Yes, fully. All Office file formats – .docx, .xlsx, .pptx – are compatible between Mac and Windows. Documents, spreadsheets and presentations can be exchanged between the two platforms without any loss of formatting.

Can I use a Windows Office licence on a Mac?

No. Office licences for Windows and Mac are separate products and cannot be used interchangeably. For a Mac you need a specific Mac licence. Microsoft 365 is an exception – its licence can be used across platforms.

Does Office for Mac run natively on Apple Silicon?

Yes. Office 2021 and Office 2024 for Mac run fully natively on Apple Silicon Macs – without Rosetta emulation. Office 2019 for Mac can also be used on Apple Silicon.

Which macOS version do I need for the current Office programs?

Office 2021 and Office 2024 for Mac require one of the three most recent macOS versions at any given time. Office 2019 for Mac is no longer updated and is therefore only worthwhile for older systems. If you are unsure about compatibility, we are happy to help.

Are Publisher and Access also available for Mac?

No. Microsoft Publisher and Microsoft Access are available exclusively for Windows. For all other Office programs – Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook – full Mac versions are available from Lizenzindustrie.

How quickly will I receive my licence key?

Usually within 5 to 30 minutes after payment is received – the key for your Mac program lands in your inbox automatically. You then download the program via your Microsoft account and activate it in just a few minutes.