Google Forms vs MagicSlides
Google Forms
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magicslides.appSide by side
| Figure | Google Forms | MagicSlides |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $7/mo | $6.67/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Self-hosted | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 6 | 5 |
| Spec score · Google Workspace Office Tools | 8.1 (#7) | 8.1 (#8) |
| API | Google describes the Forms API as a RESTful interface for creating and modifying forms and quizzes, retrieving responses and quiz grades, and receiving push notifications. | The API provides 100 free presentations each month and charges $0.50 per additional presentation; it also lists custom templates and on-premise installation. |
| Integrations | Google's Apps Script page describes integrating Forms with Sheets, Docs, and Gmail to automate event session sign-ups and itineraries. | The pricing page lists Google Slides, Figma, ChatGPT, Chrome, Telegram, Zapier, MCP, Android, and iOS integrations or tools. |
| Security | Google says files created in Forms or uploaded to Google Drive are encrypted in transit and at rest. | The privacy policy describes TLS encryption in transit, AES-256 encryption at rest for OAuth tokens, access controls, and monitoring for misuse. |
Plans
Google Forms
- Business Starter$7 a month
- Business Standard$14 a month
- Business Plus$22 a month
- Business StarterPriced on request
- Business StandardPriced on request
- Business PlusPriced on request
MagicSlides
- APIFree
- Essential$6.67 a month
- Pro$12.42 a month
- Premium$23.25 a month
- Done By Us$99, paid once
In their own words
Google Forms
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MagicSlides
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