CSV vs ODS
A quick, plain-English comparison of the CSV and ODS file formats — and how to convert between them, free and in your browser.
| CSV | ODS | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | spreadsheet | spreadsheet |
| Extension | .csv | .ods |
| MIME type | text/csv | application/vnd.oasis.opendocument.spreadsheet |
| Converts to | 18 formats | 18 formats |
| Direction here | read & write | read & write |
Convert between CSV and ODS
CSV vs ODS: frequently asked questions
What's the difference between CSV and ODS?
Comma-separated values; the universal tabular interchange. OpenDocument spreadsheet.
Should I use CSV or ODS?
Both are spreadsheet formats — the right one depends on compatibility, quality and file size for your use. Whichever you have, you can convert it to the other below in seconds.
How do I convert CSV to ODS?
Open the CSV-to-ODS converter, drop your CSV file in, and download the ODS. We auto-detect the real format from the file's bytes, so a mislabeled file still works.