# Microsoft PowerPoint Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Microsoft PowerPoint the right Presentation solution for you? Explore 20853 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/reviews --- Microsoft PowerPoint 4.7 (20853) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 15th, 2026 # Reviews of Microsoft PowerPoint Ease of use 4.6 Customer Service 4.3 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews Versatile slide creation features 95% positive reviews out of 13641 Most reviewers indicate presentation slides are highly customizable, with templates, animations, and multimedia options making presentations engaging, visually appealing, and easy to tailor for any audience. Sara H Manager, 2 - 10 employees. "A very useful tool to make presentations, just add your content and you can easily create eye-catching presentations, you can add all kinds of content, either text, video or sound to create attractive presentations." High cost and subscription model 54% negative reviews out of 1186 Some reviewers feel pricing is a drawback, noting the required Office suite purchase, ongoing subscription fees, and lack of affordable standalone options compared to free alternatives. Salimata Y Officer,Financial Center Assistant Manager, 10,001+ employees. "Also, getting full access requires a subscription, which might not be ideal for occasional or personal use." Essential tool for education 96% positive reviews out of 747 Most reviewers describe school and students as PowerPoint’s core audience, highlighting its ease, versatility, and widespread acceptance for assignments, research, and presentations throughout all educational stages. Aaron B Senior Pastor, 2 - 10 employees. "It's intuitive and works best with university and workplace requirements." Large files and sharing issues 51% negative reviews out of 1161 Some reviewers describe file management as problematic, citing large file sizes, sharing difficulties, and risk of data loss or corruption, especially with multimedia-heavy presentations. Assan J Freelancer, 1 employee. "One challenge I frequently encounter with PowerPoint is the rapid increase in file size, making file sharing difficult, particularly without using Microsoft's other services." Professional presentation capabilities 95% positive reviews out of 724 Most reviewers find professional use of PowerPoint valuable, noting its ability to create polished, organized, and impactful presentations for business, training, and diverse professional environments. Compatibility across versions problematic 53% negative reviews out of 760 Some reviewers indicate version compatibility issues, with formatting, features, and files often not transferring smoothly between different PowerPoint versions or platforms. Stelios T Pharmacist, 1,001 - 5,000 employees. "Some of the settings get moved around from version to version so can be hard to find what I need." ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 20853 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Hayden R. Graphic Designer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "brilliant presentation editor for anybody" May 12, 2026 5.0 Really positive, the upgrades in tools and templates have been fantastic over the years, including some really slick animation slides and shadows. Pros It's still the simplest presentation creation platform to use. Keeping the same user interface whilst adding useful tools, templates and features has been a key reason it's still my go-to. Cons For the price point of the software it's really hard to find negatives about it, as the platform does many tasks incredibly well. One feature that could be improved in my opinion is the ease of removing background from images, with many sites now finder introvert ways on acheiving this Microsoft Powerpoint still lacks a quick and crisps removal of backgrounds. Switched from [Adobe InDesign](https://www.capterra.com/p/233314/Adobe-InDesign/) Became too complicated for me, as well as time consuming, both contain many similar features Review Source BL Brooks L. Customer Service Representative Consumer Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Microsoft PowerPoint: A Simple and Powerful Presentation Tool" June 6, 2026 5.0 It has been a very useful tool for me!! I have used it for school, work and business presentations!! Pros What I like most about Microsoft PowerPoint is that it makes creating presentations easy. The templates, the designs and visual features help to make information look organized and interesting. The video editing options are so neat and so is the social media content. You have 24/7 Customer support! I have not experienced bugs and issues. It is truly value for your money! Cons I have used Microsoft PowerPoint for 10 years and not once have I run into an issue. I have yet to see any cons with this software. Switched from [MLC PowerPoint Add-in](https://www.capterra.com/p/265008/MLC-PowerPoint-Add-in/) Microsoft PowerPoint is the best option because of the tools included in the software. Review Source MO Michael O. Communications Manager Wholesale Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "The former leader in presentations" June 3, 2026 2.0 Powerpoint is a strong tool, but it lags behind modern presentation design software and the user experience reflects that. You can still reach a great result, but it takes more time and effort. Pros Powerpoint has so many tools to put together customized and unique presentation decks. It has a longstanding legacy and powerpoint files are compatible across almost all major file presentation platforms. Cons PowerPoint shows its age in the way it guides you through the design process. Tools are less intuitive than competitor platforms and it can lead to less consistent and precise designs. Overall the tools need a simplification and overhaul to catch up. Review Source RH Reagan H. Optician Medical Practice Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great Microsoft PowerPoint" April 9, 2026 5.0 Overall I would say that Microsoft PowerPoint is amazing and I have had a great experience using it over the past few years! Pros I like that you can create your own power points with Microsoft PowerPoint and that it is easy to use. You can use templates that are already incorporated in it, or make your own. Great customer support and value for money, no bugs or issues and it is great for video editing and document management! Cons The only thing that I can say that I dislike about Microsoft PowerPoint is that sometimes I have issues with incorporating my own video or voice over into my power points, which is something that I have needed to do for an assignment for a class. Switched from [Google Slides](https://www.capterra.com/p/178686/Google-Slides/) I made the switch because Microsoft PowerPoint has great template choices available to use as well as the video and voiceover options, which I think is awesome! Review Source SR Samm R. Office Finance Manger Insurance Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Microsoft PowerPoint: Business Perspective" June 15, 2026 5.0 PowerPoint is a user-friendly, versatile tool for creating professional presentations and has customization, templates, and multimedia options. It ensures easy sharing and brand consistency. However, mastering advanced features is challenging, compatibility issues can occur, and technical problems may occur during presentations if files are not carefully prepared. Pros PowerPoint is a great tool when trying to provide a visual during presentations. Overall, PowerPoint is easy to use and even beginners can create professional looking slides. The ability to customize each document and each individual slide to the suit the required content is endless and allows for business branding and consistency. For beginners, templates are helpful and ensure a slideshow remains professional and clean with minimal training. PowerPoint is the industry standard program therefore files are easy to share with clients and team members. Images, videos, graphs and charts can be easily incorporated with PowerPoint which ensures outside documents and sources can be easily shared during a presentation. Cons PowerPoint is the industry standard which as a result can sometimes overused presentation styles. To ensure a PowerPoint stands out, often times advanced features are required; advanced features have quite a learning curve. In addition, advanced users often have to consider compatibility settings and issues, particularly when embedding videos or social media content. The largest downside to PowerPoint is the potential for technical issues during presentations, especially if not tested beforehand. Alternatives considered [Google Slides](https://www.capterra.com/p/178686/Google-Slides/) Reason for choosing Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft products are generally standard in business situation therefore it is easier to ensure compatibility between clients, team members and other businesses. Review Source Joel S. Technology Support Technician Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "PowerPoint is still the presentation go-to" May 19, 2026 4.0 Good experience creating a variety of presentations, be they simple or complex and design-intensive, with functionality being consistent throughout product. Pros Versatility and number of options for use within app have steadily grown over time, making it even better for creating quality presentations. Cons The insertion of outside content, be it audio or video or some other type, is often still a challenge and not nearly as seamless as it should be at this point. Review Source Kerry G. Accounts Receivable Specialist III Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "PowerPoint your next meeting." April 29, 2026 5.0 My over all experience has been rewarding. I have used this to creating learning tools for new hire employment, to meetings presentations, and also using them for ongoing training for certifications and compliance. Pros I love the fact that you can use so much creativity for meetings, or training. They are good teaching guides. Cons Can not say I dislike anything about PowerPoint. I enjoy this product. No complaint here. I have used over 15 yrs. Review Source Brett S. Corporate Paralegal Law Practice Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Microsoft Power Point: The Best in Presentation Software" April 30, 2026 5.0 Overall, I am quite impressed with MS PowerPoint. Using it to create presentations for clients or complex corporate structure charts has made look like a dependable professional and that's what really matters when it comes to what makes the cut in my tech stack. Pros MS PowerPoint helps me create clean, concise and simple projects/presentations for both clients I work with and other professionals. It's easy to use, has very little to no bugs or issues, and can incorporate multi-media aspects (e.g. videos) with ease. Cons There aren't many cons that come to mind, but I have had some issues with some specialized charts not formatting properly, which did some create issues for me when I was preparing important charts for a client. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Recruiter Oil & Energy Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "PowerPoint Review" May 19, 2026 5.0 It has been great. I have created countless PowerPoint presentations for different team meetings or for informational purposes. Pros I love using PowerPoint. It has so many features and customization options. I use it almost weekly in onboarding at our company. Cons Nothing, this tool it amazing for so many different reasons. Would highly recommend to anyone that needs a slide deck. Review Source cynthia R. Clinician Mental Health Care Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "PowerPoint fun" April 24, 2026 5.0 I have used Microsoft PowerPoint to develop trainings, workshops and tutorials. It has been an effective application to use for work. Pros Microsoft PowerPoint has been an easy way for me to complete assignments or documents. It has many features that are beneficial like video editing, templates and many pictures. It is cost effective. Cons Microsoft PowerPoint is efficient and I have nothing negative to say about it. I have enjoyed using it Review Source AM Anna M. owner, designer, web developer Design Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "If you know how, you can do a lot with this gem!" May 27, 2025 5.0 Overall fantastic tool with a lot of great options, but as it is Microsoft, it is not the most intuitive, and it is a shame, as some options are great (for example, with the movements) but not straightforward or easy to find. But if you know how, you can do a lot with this gem! Pros The number of options available is amazing, and the fact that most people have it is also a great thing. But it has a lot of functionality and is almost unappreciated. It is easy to use and compatible with a lot of screens, hardly ever causing problems. Cons Some great options are not that easy to find, and it is a shame. It is a bit old-fashioned and could be more intuitive. Also, I had some problems with fonts a few times (foreign languages). Alternatives considered [Canva](https://www.capterra.com/p/168956/Canva/)[Prezi](https://www.capterra.com/p/140325/Prezi-Business/) Reason for choosing Microsoft PowerPoint PowerPoint is easier to work with, and way more compatible with everything Review Source SS Samin S. Support Services Specialist Telecommunications Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Reliable and Easy-to-Use Presentation Tool" November 20, 2025 5.0 PowerPoint continues to be one of the best tools for presentations. It’s reliable, flexible, and powerful enough for anything from quick meeting updates to full professional decks. Whether working alone or collaborating with a team, the workflow is smooth and intuitive. Despite a few small quirks, it remains my go-to platform for creating polished and engaging presentations. Pros Microsoft PowerPoint is incredibly versatile and easy to use for creating professional presentations. I really like how many templates, design ideas, and layout options it offers it makes building slides fast and visually appealing. The integration with Microsoft 365 apps is seamless, and features like animations, transitions, and embedded media help bring presentations to life. Collaboration is also smooth, especially when multiple people need to edit or review slides. Cons Some advanced design features can feel hidden or take time to learn. Large presentations with a lot of media can slow down or lag, especially when switching between slides. Cloud syncing works well most of the time, but occasionally changes take a moment to appear. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Electrochemical Engineer Research Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Powerpoint assists with crossteam visualization" December 8, 2025 5.0 Overall positive and something I use daily. Little to no other alternatives that offer the same capabilities as powerpoint. Pros I enjoy the capabilities of using images and the suite of tools of powerpoint to deliver concise slide decks. Addition of cloud storage helps with cross team functional. Cons I believe there can be user tools for highlighting images/sections and for hyperlinking items in the slides. Review Source MJ Meg J. Owner - Instructor Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A classic program with useful updates that plays well with others" January 26, 2026 5.0 I find it to be an easy to use and versatile program. I love that when you save presentation with hyperlinks in Adobe, the hyperlinks still work, I find that to be helpful for others to navigate lengthy presentations. Pros I learned how to use this program when is was first released many years ago. I appreciate that it has remained user friendly, while incorporating new features. One of my favorite features is the ability to use closed captioning and have the classroom conversations appear on the screen. I also enjoy the templates and suggested design formatting. I feel the value for money is worthwhile when you consider all of the other Microsoft suite programs incorporated with Power Point. Cons I honestly cannot think of a con at the moment. It is great program, that is helpful and works well with other programs. Review Source EK Emma K. Office Manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The Easiest Presentation You've Created" July 5, 2025 5.0 The skills I've acquired with Microsoft PowerPoint have proved to be useful in my life. I've been using PowerPoint since I was in middle school and it has taught me that a lot of good work IS about presentation. Pros Microsoft PowerPoint has become integral to my every-day work life and a tool for tasks I never expected to use it for. It's easy to use and can also be quite fun when you've got an eye for creativity. Cons I think the only thing I dislike about Microsoft PowerPoint is that the web version doesn't have some of the same features as the desktop app. Review Source VW Victoria W. COTA Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Go-To Software with a Few Usability Hurdles" December 2, 2025 5.0 Overall I think Microsoft PowerPoint is a good PowerPoint presentation design system that offers a lot of flexibility and versatility while staying budget friendly making it a good value for your money. Pros I appreciate Microsoft PowerPoint for its ease of use, flexibility, and wide range of design tools. Its intuitive interface makes it simple to create polished presentations quickly, while features like templates, animations, video editing, and seamless multimedia integration help users bring ideas to life. PowerPoint also stands out for its compatibility across devices and its smooth collaboration features within Microsoft 365 such as Microsoft spreadsheet, making it a dependable choice for both professional and educational settings. Cons I find Microsoft PowerPoint frustrating due to its occasional glitches, steep learning curve for advanced features, and the time it can take to create polished slides. Sometimes I feel that the design templates can look repetitive or outdated without extra customization. Collaboration can also be clunky at times, especially when multiple users are editing a presentation simultaneously. Review Source Shelli F. HR Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Awesome! I love it." December 1, 2025 5.0 Microsoft power point has been awesome to work with. I'd recommend it to anyone. Easy to add pictures, tables, transitions, etc. Pros I think power point is totally worth the money. It is easy to use, the templates are great. I've never had any issues. Cons I don't know if there are any cons. I've been pleasantly pleased with power point! Never had any issues. I guess maybe could add a training on some 'hidden gems'! Review Source Amber L. People Reporting and Communications Officer Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Everybody knows it, everybody uses it, but maybe it's time for a replacement..." July 21, 2025 3.0 I have been using PowerPoint for years, and in those years it has barely changed. This makes it feel familiar, but it feels very dated and I prefer using things like Canva now for more dynamic, fresh-feeling presentations. Pros It's not hard to use, and feels familiar as it behaves similarly to the rest of the Office package. It is compatible with Windows machines so most people can very easily access slides. I like being able to write notes at the bottom. I also like the timer feature when I am presenting. Cons The program feels dated now, especially after using things like Canva to create slides. It feels cumbersome and harder to use than drag and drop, what you see is what you get type presentation software. Review Source AK ABHIMANYU K. Executive Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "\*\*"Microsoft PowerPoint: A Classic Presentation Tool with Endless Possibilities"\*\*" May 5, 2025 4.0 My overall experience with Microsoft PowerPoint is that it’s a \*\*reliable and versatile tool\*\* for creating presentations, whether for business, education, or personal use. It strikes a good balance between \*\*ease of use and depth of functionality\*\*—most users can create something decent quickly, while power users can go much further with design tools, animations, and data integration. However, to get the best results, users often need to \*\*go beyond the defaults\*\*, because basic templates and overused effects can lead to bland or ineffective presentations if not used thoughtfully. Collaboration tools have improved, especially with Microsoft 365, but \*\*real-time co-authoring\*\* can still lag behind competitors like Google Slides in some scenarios. Pros What I like most about Microsoft PowerPoint is its \*\*balance of simplicity and flexibility\*\*. It’s easy for beginners to start creating presentations quickly, but it also has powerful features—like \*\*Slide Master\*\*, \*\*animations\*\*, \*\*custom templates\*\*, and \*\*integration with multimedia\*\*—that let more advanced users build highly polished, dynamic slides. Its integration with other Microsoft 365 tools (like Excel and Word) also makes it a solid choice for professionals needing to present data or collaborate across teams. Cons What I like least about Microsoft PowerPoint is that it can encourage \*\*style over substance\*\*—people sometimes rely too much on flashy animations or overloaded slides instead of focusing on clear, effective communication. Also, while it's powerful, some advanced formatting or layout tweaks can feel \*\*clunky or unintuitive\*\*, especially when trying to align objects precisely or manage slide consistency without using Slide Master effectively. Review Source Nikolas H. Quality Engineer Medical Devices Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Reliable Tool for Creating Presentations!" April 14, 2026 5.0 Overall, I am very happy with Microsoft PowerPoint. It is a tool that I have used for many years and as a result, I am familiar with how to use it. Pros Microsoft PowerPoint is an excellent tool that allows me to create presentations with ease with many additional creative features. Cons The UI/UX of Microsoft PowerPoint is personally not as visually appealing when compared to other presentation and marketing tools. Review Source SB Sidi B. Medical student and entrepreneur Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Microsoft PowerPoint is a great application" April 16, 2025 4.0 My experience in general for the application was good as I used to use it a lot in my work and study matters and I always turned it on only on the computer and it showed a great performance Pros Microsoft PowerPoint is a wonderful application, and one of the things I liked most about it is how to teach through it, as it provides the content as if it were scenes instead of boring writing, and this pushes the student or student to be attracted to the content and supplement it. Cons The thing I didn't like the most about it was the difficulty of using it on the mobile phone and because of that I was only using it on the computer and this is what delayed after my work sometimes. Review Source JP Jennifer P. Portal Administrator Online Media Used the software for: 2+ years ### "More than just Presentations" August 20, 2025 4.0 Microsoft PowerPoint is my go-to for creating digital images for web-based storefronts on a daily basis. It has all the functions I need in one place and can create high resolution png files of any size. Pros Powerpoint is a surprisingly versatile program with easy-to-use editing tools, capable of handling large format sizes, high resolution images and vector graphics. Cons I would love to see updated tools for image background removal plus the option to preview CMYK color. Review Source GV Gio V. Sales Coordinator Transportation/Trucking/Railroad Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy to create presentations, but can be buggy" September 2, 2025 5.0 Overall, PowerPoint is a solid tool for creating presentations. Despite occasional slowdowns and minor quirks, it’s reliable and makes presenting ideas much easier. Pros I like that PowerPoint makes creating slides and presentations straightforward. The templates and design tools save time and help make professional-looking slides quickly. Cons Sometimes the program can be slow, especially with large presentations or lots of media. Certain features aren’t intuitive and take a while to figure out Review Source Subhobrata S. Co Founder and Lead- Client Success Media Production Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great application for making professional looking presentations " May 17, 2025 5.0 Overall, very satisfied with Microsoft Power Point. It's the default software to make presentations for pretty much everyone, and it's easy to use. I've been using it for 20 years now, and it's far better than free products from Google or Libre. Pros It's super easy to create professional looking presentations. Plus, Microsoft Power Point has basic chart and table creation capabilities as well. So Power Point works for all kinds of presentations from sales pitches to business review decks. Cons Power Point's capabilities for creating data charts is very basic and copt-pasting tables from MS Excel often leads to issues in format and font size. Also, though its graphics capabilities are great, but it's not as great as Canva. Review Source tR tania R. Office Admin Civil Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Powerpoint the way to go" October 5, 2025 5.0 my overall experience is a very positive one, I use power point everyday for work and also sometimes for personal Pros the program is great for all your presentation needs; it is easy to use have a number of different templates and can also do video editing. 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