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Google Slides alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Google Slides: basic animation and design controls, and complex .pptx files can lose formatting. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Google Slides, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Microsoft PowerPoint currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Microsoft PowerPoint logoMicrosoft PowerPointFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +24 of 466.5
2Pitch logoPitchFree plan + paidNoWeb, macOS, Windows +15 of 562.6
3Apple Keynote logoApple KeynoteFree plan + paidNomacOS, iOS, Web4 of 459.6
4Canva logoCanvaFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +21 of 339.8
  1. Microsoft PowerPoint logo

    1. Microsoft PowerPointTop pick

    Best for: Anyone who has to send, receive or present .pptx decks in corporate settings

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Google Slides

    Far more design and animation control, with a free web version too.

    Pros

    • The reference .pptx format, so decks open correctly everywhere
    • Slide masters, Morph and presenter tools are mature
    • Free web version with real-time co-authoring

    Cons

    • Full desktop app needs a Microsoft 365 subscription
    • Mac and web versions lag Windows on some features
    • Easy to end up with cluttered, template-heavy slides
    Visit Microsoft PowerPoint Compare with Google SlidesDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Microsoft PowerPoint a good Google Slides alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free version
    PowerPoint for the web
    Checked Oct 25, 2026microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Desktop app
    Included in Microsoft 365 Personal
    Checked Oct 25, 2026microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $9.99/month (Microsoft 365 Personal)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    1 month (Microsoft 365)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Pitch logo

    2. Pitch

    Best for: Startups and teams who make many decks together and want them to look consistent

    Free plan + paidWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Google Slides

    Collaborative like Slides but with more polished templates and analytics.

    Pros

    • Real-time collaboration with comments and slide assignments
    • Polished templates and brand controls
    • Link sharing with engagement analytics

    Cons

    • PowerPoint export and video uploads need a paid plan
    • Less animation control than PowerPoint or Keynote
    • AI credits are limited on lower tiers
    Visit Pitch Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Pitch a good Google Slides alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    €0 forever, with 100 AI credits
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pitch.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    €10/month billed yearly (Plus)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pitch.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Business plan
    €20/month per seat billed yearly
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pitch.com(opens source in a new tab)
    PowerPoint export
    Yes (paid plans)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pitch.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Users
    4M+ teams
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pitch.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Apple Keynote logo

    3. Apple Keynote

    Best for: Apple users who want great-looking slides and animations without paying

    Free plan + paidmacOS, iOS, Web

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Google Slides

    Free on Apple devices with better themes and animation.

    Pros

    • Polished themes and some of the best built-in animations
    • Free and preinstalled on Apple devices
    • iPhone remote, multi-presenter and live video features

    Cons

    • No native Windows or Android app
    • Keynote-only effects don't always survive PowerPoint export
    • Newer premium themes and AI tools need a subscription
    Visit Apple Keynote Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Apple Keynote a good Google Slides alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    Included with new Apple devices
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Mac, iPad, iPhone, Vision Pro
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Web version
    Keynote for iCloud, works on Windows
    Checked Oct 25, 2026apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
    PowerPoint support
    Most transitions and builds
    Checked Oct 25, 2026apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Canva logo

    4. Canva

    Best for: Non-designers creating social, marketing and presentation graphics

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android

    39.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Google Slides

    More visual templates and design assets for good-looking decks.

    Pros

    • Huge template library
    • Very easy to use
    • Generous free plan

    Cons

    • Limited precision for UI design
    • Premium assets require Pro
    Visit Canva Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.334
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1538
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Canva a good Google Slides alternative?

    Verified facts

    1 of 3 verified
    Free plan
    Yes
    Not checked yetcanva.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Templates
    Large built-in library
    Not checked yetcanva.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Web, desktop, mobile
    Checked Oct 24, 2026canva.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Google Slides alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Microsoft PowerPoint logo

Best Google Slides alternative for most people

Microsoft PowerPoint

Far more design and animation control, with a free web version too.

Pitch logo

Best Google Slides alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Pitch

Collaborative like Slides but with more polished templates and analytics.

Apple Keynote logo

Best Google Slides alternative for Mac

Apple Keynote

Free on Apple devices with better themes and animation.

Plus AI logo

Best Google Slides alternative for Windows

Plus AI

Adds AI deck generation inside Google Slides itself.

Zoho Show logo

Best Google Slides alternative for iPhone and Android

Zoho Show

Free online slide editor with AI help and PowerPoint import.

Canva logo

Best Google Slides alternative for working in the browser

Canva

More visual templates and design assets for good-looking decks.

Google Slides alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Google Slides?

Microsoft PowerPoint ranks first right now. Far more design and animation control, with a free web version too. Pitch and Apple Keynote follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Google Slides?

Yes. Microsoft PowerPoint (free plan + paid), Pitch (free plan + paid), Apple Keynote (free plan + paid) and Zoho Show (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Google Slides?

None of the 6 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Google Slides?

The complaints we hear most: basic animation and design controls; complex .pptx files can lose formatting; offline editing needs Chrome or Edge.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Google Slides, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.