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Head-to-head · Presentation Template Libraries

SmileTemplates vs SlidesCarnival

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score SmileTemplates #1 in Presentation Template Libraries 9.4/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 2 features Visit SmileTemplates
SlidesCarnival #7 in Presentation Template Libraries 8.7/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 2 features Visit SlidesCarnival

SmileTemplates leads on 0 checks, SlidesCarnival on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreSmileTemplates · 9.4/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresSlidesCarnival · 1 of 2

SmileTemplates scores higher on our rubric for presentation template libraries: 9.4 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.

SmileTemplates is the better fit for large, broad template selection at low cost. SlidesCarnival is the better fit for no-cost users needing broad editing compatibility.

  • SmileTemplates fits best

    Large, broad template selection at low cost

  • SlidesCarnival fits best

    No-cost users needing broad editing compatibility

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Side by side

Feature SmileTemplates 9.4/10 Visit ↗ SlidesCarnival 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 8.7
Ranking #1 in Presentation Template Libraries #7 in Presentation Template Libraries
Best for Large, broad template selection at low cost No-cost users needing broad editing compatibility
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free
Starting price — Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud
Platforms Web Web
Support Docs Email, Docs
Integrations 4 integrations 3 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features SmileTemplates 0/2 · SlidesCarnival 1/2
Commercial use Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Team sharing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Template count 100000 templates Not checked yet
Download formats PowerPoint, Google Slides, OpenOffice PowerPoint, Google Slides, Canva
Editing platforms Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, OpenOffice, Keynote PowerPoint, Google Slides, Canva
License scope Not checked yet Commercial
Our review
Pros
  • 100,000+ presentation templates across many subject areas
  • Free downloads plus PowerPoint, Google Slides, OpenOffice, and Keynote support
  • Custom presentation design and template customization services
  • Free templates with no registration or download limits
  • Supports PowerPoint, Google Slides, and Canva
  • Search by style, color, use case, topic, and format
Cons
  • The service is delivered through the web
  • Subscription access uses a monthly template allowance
  • On-demand access is sold as a template package
  • Commercial use requires appropriate attribution to SlidesCarnival
  • The listed platform is web access
  • AI and conversion tools may add breadth beyond core template needs
Our verdict

SmileTemplates is an online library for people who need presentation assets without creating every slide from scratch. Its catalog covers business, education, medical, technology, finance, sports and other topics, with presentation…

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SlidesCarnival is an online presentation template library for people creating business, education, marketing, medical, and other presentation types. Its templates can be customized, downloaded, or opened in PowerPoint, Google Slides, and…

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  1. SmileTemplatesPresentation Template Libraries 9.4Free plan
  2. SlidesCarnivalPresentation Template Libraries 8.7Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • SmileTemplates — where it wins

    • 100,000+ presentation templates across many subject areas
    • Free downloads plus PowerPoint, Google Slides, OpenOffice, and Keynote support
    • Custom presentation design and template customization services

    Where it doesn't

    • The service is delivered through the web
    • Subscription access uses a monthly template allowance
    • On-demand access is sold as a template package

  • SlidesCarnival — where it wins

    • Free templates with no registration or download limits
    • Supports PowerPoint, Google Slides, and Canva
    • Search by style, color, use case, topic, and format

    Where it doesn't

    • Commercial use requires appropriate attribution to SlidesCarnival
    • The listed platform is web access
    • AI and conversion tools may add breadth beyond core template needs

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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