sc-im
The premium Open Source alternative to Microsoft Excel
🎯 Best for:Users who want a keyboard-centric, local-first spreadsheet for the CLI.
What is sc-im?
An improvised version of the classic SC spreadsheet with Vim-like navigation and a powerful calculation engine. It supports file encryption, external script execution, and multi-sheet workflows in the terminal.
Tech Stack
COS & Utilities
Why sc-im?
- • Vim-compatible workflow
- • Built-in Lua scripting
- • Supports XLSX import/export
Limitations
- • No real-time collaboration
- • Steep learning curve
- • No graphical visualization
3/5/2026
Last Update
222
Forks
110
Issues
Other
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Microsoft Excel)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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