Genially vs Microsoft PowerPoint
Genially
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| Figure | Genially | Microsoft PowerPoint |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | €6/mo | $0.58/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 5 | 15 |
| Spec score · Presentation software | 8.7 (#19) | 9.5 (#1) |
| Spec score · Graphic Design Software | 8.6 (#47) | 9.0 (#25) |
| Spec score · Design tools | 8.6 (#46) | 9.0 (#23) |
| Brand kit | Yes | Yes |
| Collaboration | Multiple users can edit the same project simultaneously, and teams can comment on drafts and published content. | Users can share presentations and work together in real time, with comments and @mentions. |
| Desktop app | No | Yes |
| Founded | 2015 | 1975 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Córdoba, Spain | Redmond, Washington, USA |
| Illustration tools | Yes | Yes |
| Presentation design | Yes | Yes |
| Real-time collaboration | Yes | Users can share presentations and work together in real time without a subscription. |
| Security | Genially states it has SOC 2 Type 2 certification and complies with GDPR, FERPA, and COPPA. | Microsoft 365 Personal includes Microsoft Defender security and OneDrive ransomware protection. |
| Support | The Enterprise plan includes tailored onboarding and a dedicated Success Manager. | Microsoft 365 Personal includes ongoing support for help when needed. |
| Template library | Yes | Yes |
| Templates | Genially offers thousands of professional templates that users can customize. | PowerPoint offers thousands of customizable templates. |
Plans
Genially
- FreeFree
- Pro€6 a month
- Master€20 a month
- Author€40 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft 365 Personal$9.99 a month
- Microsoft 365 Family$12.99 a month
- Microsoft 365 Premium$19.99 a month
- Microsoft PowerPointFree
- Microsoft 365 Business Basic$7 a year
- Microsoft 365 Personal$9.99 a month
- Microsoft 365 Family$12.99 a month
- Microsoft 365 Premium$19.99 a month
- Microsoft 365 Business Standard with Copilot$23.50 a year
- Microsoft 365 Business Premium with Copilot$32 a year
In their own words
Genially
Genially is a cloud-based web app for creating interactive presentations, courses, quizzes and games. Users add interactions and animations by selecting elements and choosing actions, without coding. The platform includes thousands of customizable templates, illustration tools, presentation design, a Brand Kit and real-time collaboration, with simultaneous editing and comments on drafts or published content. Analytics report visits, responses and interactions. AI tools generate content, and Genially says user data and designs are not used to train AI models. Courses can publish to LMS or LXP platforms through LTI 1.3, SCORM 1.2 or an iframe, including Moodle, Canvas and Google Classroom integrations. Genially states SOC 2 Type 2 certification and GDPR, FERPA and COPPA compliance; data is stored in AWS Ireland and encrypted in transit and at rest. The web-only product has a Free plan at free, with 1,000+ templates and resources, 2 GB storage and 500 AI credits yearly. Paid plans are billed annually.
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft PowerPoint helps users create, design and share presentations across web, desktop and mobile versions for Windows, macOS, Android and iOS. It offers thousands of customizable templates, and users can write or draw on slides and convert input into text or shapes. Presentations can be shared for real-time collaboration with comments and @mentions. Copilot can rewrite, reorganize or add slides, while Speaker Coach provides feedback on pace and vocabulary. Accessibility Assistant suggests adjustments to format, color and word choice; Cameo supports prerecorded video alongside slides. The free web tier includes basic tools, sharing, collaboration, dictation and 5 GB of storage. Microsoft 365 subscriptions bundle PowerPoint with apps including Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote, OneDrive and Teams. Personal costs $9.99 a month with 1 TB storage; Family costs $12.99 a month with up to 6 TB. Fully installed Office apps can work offline, but after at least 31 days without internet they cannot edit or create documents. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled.