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Microsoft PowerPoint alternatives

Users look for Microsoft PowerPoint alternatives due to frequent glitches, compatibility issues on mobile devices, and the cost associated with its features. Many seek more stable or free options, or tools better suited for specific tasks like document creation or data management.

Why users look for alternatives to Microsoft PowerPoint

The alternatives

Microsoft Word
4.7★ · 2,903,038 ratings · Free

Microsoft Word is a widely respected word processing application that users find helpful for various writing tasks R55R64. It is often preferred over Google's version by some users R61.

Better for: Microsoft Word is better for users who need a dedicated tool for creating and editing documents, reports, or books R64. It is suitable for those who value a gold standard in word processing R55.

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Microsoft Excel
4.8★ · 1,422,147 ratings · Free

Microsoft Excel is a powerful and essential program for managing data, creating spreadsheets, shopping lists, recipes, checklists, and charts R66R72R78. Users depend on it daily for making their work life easier R66R72.

Better for: Microsoft Excel is better for users who need to organize data, perform calculations, or create detailed lists and charts R78. It is ideal for those who use spreadsheets almost daily and rely on its extensive features, though some find preformatted pages an 'eye-strain' R65R66R72.

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Microsoft 365 Copilot
4.7★ · 1,289,948 ratings · Free

Microsoft 365 Copilot is an AI integration that some PowerPoint users find helpful for their presentations R14. However, other users express strong dislike for its forced presence and find it 'garbage' R7R25.

Better for: Microsoft 365 Copilot is better for users who are looking for AI assistance within their Microsoft applications and find it 'very workable' R14. It is not suitable for users who prefer to avoid AI features or find them intrusive R7R25.

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Microsoft OneDrive
4.7★ · 486,162 ratings · Free

Microsoft OneDrive provides access to files from anywhere, allowing users to store and retrieve documents across devices R80. It is praised for security and ease of sharing files .

Better for: Microsoft OneDrive is better for users who need a reliable cloud storage solution to access their files from multiple devices, including phones and laptops R80. It is useful for businesses that need everything in one place R80. However, some users report issues with the app not opening, random freezes, or problems with photo uploads R81R82.

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Google Slides
4.7★ · 402,356 ratings · Free

Google Slides is a free and easy-to-use presentation program that gets the job done . Many users appreciate that it is part of the Google ecosystem and does not require expensive plans .

Better for: Google Slides is better for users who prioritize a free, accessible presentation tool, especially those already using other Google apps . It is suitable for basic presentations and on-the-go use . However, it is not recommended for iPad users due to reported glitches, lack of features, and difficulty with image insertion and file access R93R95R96.

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Stick with Microsoft PowerPoint if

You should stick with Microsoft PowerPoint if you are an experienced user who loves its workflow and finds it works well for integrating video and creating state-of-the-art presentations . It is also suitable if you appreciate its navigability and less emphasis on AI compared to some other presentation apps .

Evidence note: Microsoft 365 Copilot has limited reviews specifically about its standalone functionality, with most mentions coming from within PowerPoint reviews.

Frequently asked

Is Microsoft PowerPoint free?
No, Microsoft PowerPoint is not free; users often have to pay for most or all of its features, and some express concern about the cost R23R30.
Is PowerPoint good on iPad?
PowerPoint on iPad is generally not recommended by users, who report it is inconvenient, lacks features found in the PC version, and can be very slow or difficult to use R9R10R19R31.
Does PowerPoint have AI features?
Yes, PowerPoint includes AI features like Copilot, which some users find 'very workable' R14, but others strongly dislike its forced presence and consider it 'garbage' R7R25.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] Microsoft PowerPoint 1/5 · US Nothing is working right: Items disappear, my files don’t match up with their names and i cannot link an item to another slide. My experience has been unsatisfactory.
  2. [R7] Microsoft PowerPoint 1/5 · US Unusable: Besides the eyesore copilot button permanently existing in the bottom corner, the app freezes as soon as I click anywhere on a slide to begin editing. Literally unusable.
  3. [R22] Microsoft PowerPoint 1/5 · US Horrible glitchy app: Did an entire PowerPoint and ready for work and was about to export and it glitched out on me. The app got stuck in buffering mode so I reset the app and the entire project was gone. I just ended up deleting the app. What a waste of time.
  4. [R33] Microsoft PowerPoint 3/5 · GB BUG!!!: When I open PowerPoint it just kicks me off I tried re downloading it many times and I can’t use it I’ve tried everything.
  5. [R4] Microsoft PowerPoint 2/5 · US Not compatible with Office: I needed to make a simple text change using the app on my phone but it said I couldn’t edit because it has content this version of Office can’t display.
  6. [R9] Microsoft PowerPoint 3/5 · US Mobile app is good but need upgrading the ipad app: The powerpoint mobile is good. But for the ipad version it should offer features and looks as like the pc version. A lot of people uses ipad for their daily works
  7. [R10] Microsoft PowerPoint 2/5 · US Too different from desktop version: Features in desktop are hard to find or missing in iPad version.
  8. [R15] Microsoft PowerPoint 3/5 · US Unable to edit: On my computer I designed the pages so the text boxes looked cool, but I now am unable to edit this text boxes on my phone.
  9. [R3] Microsoft PowerPoint 3/5 · US Review: This is a good program by being a little more seasoned, it it taking me a minute to get the hang of the program.
  10. [R16] Microsoft PowerPoint 1/5 · US Extremely Faulty: I’m not sure what is going on with this application. There is no option to change the design theme once you have already selected or starting working on a ppt. That does not make sense. Also, there is no option to under a part of the presentation once you exit. It’s as if the option is permanent and can’t be reverted back.
  11. [R18] Microsoft PowerPoint 3/5 · US not as good: i find it hard to edit and click but other than that it’s nice
  12. [R34] Microsoft PowerPoint 2/5 · US Some of the worst usability of any app in recent memory: First, you have to wade through efforts to “help” you by throwing options in your face that you don’t need. Finally, when you get to the point when you try to do something simple, it’s a nightmare to figure out how to do it, even as an experienced PowerPoint user in Windows. Create a text box. Put an image next to it. Surround it with a bo
  13. [R23] Microsoft PowerPoint 4/5 · US Money: You have to pay them a lot of money and if you’re a kid you cannot do it. Also, if you maybe be like a parent and you have to do a presentation and you don’t have a microscopic account you are stuck with a creek that means you cannot send in your presentation right away and you might have to like sit if you make a scrub account and that is a lot just to do I’ll see the slides are just not t
  14. [R30] Microsoft PowerPoint 3/5 · GB Good but not the best: I mean it’s good but you basically have to pay for most or all of it except what presentation you chose I would give it two or three stars
  15. [R25] Microsoft PowerPoint 1/5 · US Copilot garbage: No one wants your Copilot garbage stop forcing it.
  16. [R46] Microsoft PowerPoint 1/5 · US Pop up suck: Can your human programmers actually learn how to program the AI to be smarter or is that they are too dumb? No one, literally no one, likes the “Got It” tips or the constant interruptions. We paid for the app to be productive unlike your programmers
  17. [R52] Microsoft Word 5/5 · US Love this: over everything
  18. [R55] Microsoft Word 5/5 · US The Gold Standard: Respected everywhere
  19. [R61] Microsoft Word 5/5 · US Heh: I like word WAY better than the google version
  20. [R64] Microsoft Word 5/5 · US Good: This software has helped me a lot!
  21. [R65] Microsoft Excel 1/5 · US Hate it: The preformatted pages are eye-strains and it takes too much effort to get everything customized. Blecch. That said, it’s a powerful app for what it does, IF one has the TIME…
  22. [R66] Microsoft Excel 5/5 · US Life: I use excel almost daily . I depend on it.
  23. [R72] Microsoft Excel 5/5 · US Love it: I’m being using M. Excel all my life and still learning an appreciating how my work life is easier because of it.
  24. [R78] Microsoft Excel 5/5 · US Awesome Program: Excel is the best computer program I’ve ever worked with. I learned to do spreadsheets which I create to use for each and every task I need done. For example, my shopping lists, recipes, checklists, charts, and anything else I can come up with. I haven’t learned to do graphs yet but am excited to do so. I recommend this program to everyone to use for all their projects.
  25. [R14] Microsoft PowerPoint 5/5 · US Getting Kicks on Route 66: At 66 years young I’m driving through the historic Route 66. PowerPoint is providing an editable map easily to indicate where I’ve been and add on all other states so I can share details in a presentation file which can be updated as necessary for milestones & years ahead. I do like working it well with CoPilot too. Very workable.
  26. [R79] Microsoft OneDrive 1/5 · US Update broke features: Used to be able to open documents inside another app. That function is now missing since the recent update
  27. [R80] Microsoft OneDrive 5/5 · US Love!!: We use this app for our business and it’s nice to have everything all in one place and on hand at all times.
  28. [R81] Microsoft OneDrive 3/5 · US Not always reliable: It happens with inconvenient frequency that I’m unable to open a file unless I shut down and re-open the OneDrive app. Not good.
  29. [R82] Microsoft OneDrive 1/5 · US Doesn’t open: App does not even open. Shows cloud and stays there then shuts down my app.
  30. [R93] Google Slides 1/5 · US Trash on iPad: I can’t use google images or stock images I thought google slides on my work iPad would be useful but no it’s not
  31. [R94] Google Slides 5/5 · US Google Slides: I love it as much as Cecey does!
  32. [R95] Google Slides 3/5 · US Idk read: It's ok sometimes it’s really glitchy
  33. [R96] Google Slides 1/5 · US iPad issues: Can’t figure out how to access a .PPTX file
  34. [R19] Microsoft PowerPoint 2/5 · US Niet downloaden op een iPad!: Download dit niet op een iPad! Het is echt onhandig, en hetgeen wat ik op een computer in 1 uur kon doen, duurt hierop 5uur. Raar maar waar.
  35. [R31] Microsoft PowerPoint 1/5 · US This product does not measure up to MS PowerPoint for Mac: PowerPoint for iPad is a lousy version of PowerPoint for Mac. A wholly insufficient product

Synthesized from 106 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store