Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft PowerPoint: A broad presentation workspace spanning web, desktop, mobile, collaboration, AI, and rehearsal tools. Ranked #1 of 93 in Presentation Software by our editors (9.4/10); pricing: Free plan; best for all-purpose presentation work.
At a glance
- Editor score9.4 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forAll-purpose presentation work
- Free planYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free web plan includes sharing and real-time collaboration
- Supports templates, custom artwork, animations, video, and speaker notes
- Copilot, Speaker Coach, Brand Kits, and OneDrive synchronization add depth
Where it doesn't
- Desktop apps and Copilot require a Microsoft 365 Personal subscription
- The free plan includes 5 GB of cloud storage
- The listed integration is OneDrive
Our verdict on Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft PowerPoint is presentation software for individuals, educators, businesses, and teams that need to create, edit, present, and share slide decks. It supports text, images, video, transitions, animations, shapes, SmartArt, templates, speaker notes, and custom artwork. PowerPoint runs on the web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, making it suitable for work that moves between desktop and mobile devices.
The free Microsoft PowerPoint plan provides PowerPoint for the web, sharing and real-time collaboration, basic templates, fonts, icons, stickers, and 5 GB of cloud storage. Microsoft 365 Personal costs $9.99 per person per month or $99.99 per person per year. That paid plan adds desktop apps for PC and Mac, web and mobile access, 1 TB of cloud storage, and Microsoft Copilot features. Copilot can help create or edit presentations, while Brand Kits with Copilot support branded templates, logos, fonts, colors, and assets.
PowerPoint's main strength is breadth: it combines core slide editing with presentation delivery and rehearsal features. Speaker Coach supports rehearsal, while OneDrive handles saving and synchronization. Real-time co-authoring supports shared work, and the platform includes tools for detailed shape editing, custom graphics, and presentation formatting. It is a strong fit for people who want a familiar all-purpose presentation tool across web, desktop, and mobile. Buyers seeking desktop applications, expanded storage, or Copilot should choose Microsoft 365 Personal; those needing only browser-based slide creation can start with the free plan.
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Microsoft PowerPoint fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| AI assistance | Not verified |
| Real-time collaboration | Not verified |
| PowerPoint import | Not verified |
| PowerPoint export | Not verified |
| Offline access | Not verified |
| Presenter mode | Not verified |
| Supported platforms | Not verified |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | microsoft.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Alternatives to Microsoft PowerPoint
- Apple KeynoteA polished free presentation tool for Apple ecosystem users, with optional AI features.9.1
- Zoho ShowA capable free option for teams that need collaboration, offline work, and PPTX support.9.0
- Google SlidesA capable free presentation tool with strong collaboration and Google Workspace fit.8.9
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