🎓 Student Stack
Everything a student needs — for free or one-time purchase. No recurring costs on a student budget.
The Student Stack stack replaces 5 subscription tools (Microsoft 365, Notion, Grammarly, 1Password, Todoist) with free and open-source alternatives (LibreOffice, Obsidian, LanguageTool, Bitwarden, Super Productivity). Together, these subscriptions cost $40.98/month — $491.76/year that stays in your pocket after switching. Each tool in this stack has been selected for reliability, active development, and feature parity with its subscription counterpart.
Cost Comparison
Current monthly cost
$40.98/mo
Current yearly cost
$491.76/yr
Estimated annual savings
$450
Calculate Your Savings
See how much you could save by replacing your entire subscription stack with these alternatives.
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Microsoft 365
$9.99/mo
Documents, spreadsheets, presentations — free
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Notion
$10/mo
Notes and knowledge management — free
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Grammarly
$12/mo
Writing assistance — free tier
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1Password
$3.99/mo
Password management — free
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Todoist
$5/mo
Task management — free
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Student Stack stack?
The Student Stack stack is a curated set of 5 free and open-source tools that replace subscription software. It replaces Microsoft 365, Notion, Grammarly, 1Password, Todoist — saving approximately $450/year in subscription fees.
How much does the Student Stack stack save?
The subscription tools in this stack cost $40.98/month ($491.76/year). The free alternatives cost $0, saving you $450 annually. Over three years, that's $1,350.
Can I use just some of the tools in the Student Stack stack?
Absolutely. Each tool in the stack is independent — you can replace one subscription at a time. Start with the tool you use most, get comfortable with the alternative, then move to the next one.
Are the alternatives in the Student Stack stack really free?
Yes. All 5 alternatives (LibreOffice, Obsidian, LanguageTool, Bitwarden, Super Productivity) are free or open-source. There are no hidden costs, no premium tiers, and no feature restrictions for the core functionality listed here.