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Apple Keynote vs Microsoft PowerPoint

Not sure which of these tools fits your work? Compare Apple Keynote and Microsoft PowerPoint to see what you can do with each, what you'll pay and what to check before you choose.

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Compare features and pricing for Apple Keynote, Microsoft PowerPoint
What matters to youApple KeynoteMicrosoft PowerPoint
Best suited to
  • Apple users
  • Businesses
Starting priceFreeFrom $6.99 / free plan available
CategoryOffice SoftwareOffice Software
Ratings shown4.7 / 5 (1 reviews shown)4.8 / 5 (1 reviews shown)
Features to compare
  • Animations
  • Templates
  • Apple Sync
  • Presenter Tools
  • Media Support
  • Templates
  • Animations
  • Presenter View
  • Chart Tools
  • Collaboration
Strengths
  • Visual themes support presentation design
  • Fits Apple device workflows
  • Supported browser access helps with sharing
  • Industry standard
  • strong feature depth
  • broad compatibility
Considerations
  • Mixed-platform collaboration has requirements to check
  • PowerPoint conversions may need layout and effect adjustments
  • Advanced design tools take practice
  • Large media-heavy decks and version differences need checking

Before you decide

  1. Which tool fits the way you work?
  2. What will it cost you now and when you renew?
  3. Can you try it on a real task before you choose?

Questions you may have when comparing Apple Keynote and Microsoft PowerPoint

What's different about Apple Keynote and Microsoft PowerPoint?

Apple Keynote lists Animations, Templates and Apple Sync. Microsoft PowerPoint lists Templates, Animations and Presenter View. Start with the features you would actually use, then check which plan includes them. A shorter feature list doesn't necessarily mean a tool can't do something you need.

Which one will cost me less?

Compare the total for your team, not just the starting price. Check the billing period, currency, number of users, usage limits and renewal rate, then add any extras you need. If you try a free plan or trial, check what happens when you reach its limits.

How do I choose between Apple Keynote and Microsoft PowerPoint?

Pick a task you do often and try it in both tools. If you need Presentation Software, start there. See which feels easier to use and works with the tools you already rely on. Before you pay, check the plan limits and whether you can get the support you need.