Google Slides vs Microsoft PowerPoint
Google Slides
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| Figure | Google Slides | Microsoft PowerPoint |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $7/mo | $0.58/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 9 | 15 |
| Spec score · Presentation software | 9.0 (#7) | 9.5 (#1) |
| Spec score · Graphic Design Software | 8.5 (#52) | 9.0 (#25) |
| Spec score · Design tools | 8.5 (#52) | 9.0 (#23) |
| AI features | Gemini in Slides can summarize content, generate slides from prompts and Drive content, and generate images. | Copilot can edit, rewrite, reorganize, and add slides; Speaker Coach provides AI-driven feedback. |
| Collaboration | People can edit together live, comment, use live pointers, and control who can view, comment on, or edit a presentation. | Users can share presentations and work together in real time, with comments and @mentions. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Mountain View, California, United States | Redmond, Washington, USA |
| Integrations | Slides supports add-ons and developer tools, and the Workspace Marketplace lists apps that work directly with Slides, including Nearpod and Lucidchart. | Microsoft 365 plans bundle PowerPoint with apps including Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote, OneDrive, and Teams. |
| Mobile app | Yes | Yes |
| Offline access | Users can access, create, and edit Slides without an internet connection. | Office apps can be used without an internet connection when fully installed on a computer. |
| Presentation design | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | Google Slides is a browser-based presentation tool for creating and delivering presentations without installation. | PowerPoint helps users create polished presentations using design and collaboration tools. |
| Real-time collaboration | Yes | Users can share presentations and work together in real time without a subscription. |
| Security | Google says Slides data is encrypted by default and protected by measures including advanced client-side encryption, anti-abuse measures, and privacy controls. | Microsoft 365 Personal includes Microsoft Defender security and OneDrive ransomware protection. |
| Paid from | 7 | 9.99 |
| Support | Google Workspace customers receive support for Google Slides as one of its web-based Drive and Docs editor services. | Microsoft 365 Personal includes ongoing support for help when needed. |
| Template library | Yes | Yes |
Plans
Google Slides
- Business Starter$7 a month
- Business Standard$14 a month
- Business Plus$22 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
- Google SlidesFree
- Business Starter$7 a month
- Business Standard$14 a month
- Business Plus$22 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
Google Slides
Google Slides is a browser-based presentation tool for creating and delivering presentations without installation. Anyone with a Google Account can create slides, and the service runs on the web, Android, and iOS. Users can start with templates and add videos, animations, transitions, GIFs, and stickers. Gemini in Slides can summarize content, generate slides from prompts and Drive content, and create images. Collaborators can edit live, comment, use live pointers, and control who can view, comment on, or edit a presentation. Slides can also be accessed, created, and edited offline. It can import or directly edit Microsoft PowerPoint presentations and import Canva presentations online. Users can present through Google Meet, add speaker spotlight, or record presentations on some Workspace plans. Google offers a free plan; paid plans start at $7/user/mo, with a 14-day trial. Some capabilities require a Workspace plan or add-on. Google says Slides data is encrypted by default and describes additional security and privacy controls.
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.