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Head-to-head · Presentation Software

Microsoft PowerPoint vs Apple Keynote

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Microsoft PowerPoint #1 in Presentation Software 9.4/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 6 features Visit PowerPoint
Apple Keynote #2 in Presentation Software 9.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 6 features Visit Apple Keynote

Microsoft PowerPoint leads on 0 checks, Apple Keynote on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMicrosoft PowerPoint · 9.4/10
  • Free planboth

Microsoft PowerPoint scores higher on our rubric for presentation software: 9.4 against 9.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #2.

Microsoft PowerPoint is the better fit for all-purpose presentation work. Apple Keynote is the better fit for apple ecosystem users.

  • Microsoft PowerPoint fits best

    All-purpose presentation work

  • Apple Keynote fits best

    Apple ecosystem users

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Side by side

Feature Microsoft PowerPoint 9.4/10 Visit ↗ Apple Keynote 9.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 9.1
Ranking #1 in Presentation Software #2 in Presentation Software
Best for All-purpose presentation work Apple ecosystem users
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — $129/yr
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, macOS, iOS
Support Docs Community, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Microsoft PowerPoint 0/6 · Apple Keynote 0/6
AI assistance Not checked yet Not checked yet
Real-time collaboration Not checked yet Not checked yet
PowerPoint import Not checked yet Not checked yet
PowerPoint export Not checked yet Not checked yet
Offline access Not checked yet Not checked yet
Presenter mode Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Supported platforms Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • 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
  • Free creation, editing, viewing, and real-time collaboration
  • Apple-designed themes, animations, Magic Move, and media tools
  • PowerPoint compatibility plus iCloud browser access
Cons
  • Desktop apps and Copilot require a Microsoft 365 Personal subscription
  • The free plan includes 5 GB of cloud storage
  • The listed integration is OneDrive
  • Platform coverage centers on web, macOS, and iOS
  • AI features require an Apple Creator Studio subscription
  • Advanced features may suit presentation-focused users more than broad teams
Our verdict

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,…

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Apple Keynote is presentation software for creating, editing, presenting, and sharing slide decks. It suits Apple ecosystem users who want Apple-designed themes, reusable layouts, media insertion, charts, tables, animations, transitions,…

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  1. Microsoft PowerPointPresentation Software 9.4Free plan
  2. Apple KeynotePresentation Software 9.1Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Microsoft PowerPoint — 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

  • Apple Keynote — where it wins

    • Free creation, editing, viewing, and real-time collaboration
    • Apple-designed themes, animations, Magic Move, and media tools
    • PowerPoint compatibility plus iCloud browser access

    Where it doesn't

    • Platform coverage centers on web, macOS, and iOS
    • AI features require an Apple Creator Studio subscription
    • Advanced features may suit presentation-focused users more than broad teams

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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