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Last updated March 13th, 2026

# Page 3 - Reviews of Microsoft Publisher

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Web Developer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "La soluzione all-inclusive per le pubblicazioni di Microsoft"

September 26, 2023

5.0

Pros

Microsoft Publisher è una semplice e allo stesso modo potente soluzione per fare pubblicazioni come volantini, riviste, biglietti da visita, copertine per cd/dvd, template per posta elettronica e molto altro.Permette anche di stampare un paio di origami addirittura!Ci sono tanti caratteri, forme e clipart da cui scegliere per preparare velocemente grafiche professionali.E' anche molto flessibile e si riesce a creare un design grafico di ogni dimensione e la sua interfaccia user friendly è uno dei sui punti di forza.Per chi ha la suite office 365 di Microsoft è uno dei migliori programmi presenti.Direi infine che per il suo rapporto/prezzo è decisamente un must have rispetto ai suo concorrenti.

Cons

E' difficile trovare contro nei prodotti di Microsoft.Forse si potevano mettere più template, più oggetti grafici oltre a più cornici e più stili di ombreggiatura, ma proprio a cercare il pelo nell'uovo.

Switched from

[CorelDRAW](https://www.capterra.com/p/124823/CorelDRAW/)

Non per tutto ma per molti tipi di pubblicazione Publisher è decisamente meglio

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AM

Alessia M.  
editor  
Publishing  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Valido per coloro che non sono esperti in grafica "

October 15, 2022

4.0

Pros

Utilizzo Publisher quotidianamente sia per la creazione di copertine di libri da stampare, sia per immagini banner per il mio sito, od anche avatar. Premetto che da svariati anni molti professionisti del settore mi stanno consigliando di utilizzare un altro software perché secondo loro Publisher non ha tutte le funzionalità necessarie a ciò che mi occorre. Penso sia vero. Ma non essendo una professionista non ho bisogno poi di così tante caratteristiche e pur avendo visto con mano la differenza tra Publisher ed altri software più adatti resto fedele a questo programma. Perché? Forse perché ci ho messo un po' di tempo a capire l'utilizzo e mi spaventa doverne occupare dell'altro con uno nuovo... forse per abitudine, forse perché non ho esigenze particolari e mi so adattare a ciò che il software permette. Per un profano, come me, che comunque vuole personalizzare qualche immagine è consigliabile Publisher, di questo sono certa.

Cons

Se sei un professionista non ha senso usarlo perché ha dei limiti nella creazione di immagini.

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TAB

Tizio Alida B.  
Integrateur Web  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Microsoft Publisher pour vos mises en page"

November 1, 2023

5.0

Son interface convivial est ce que j'apprécie le plus

Pros

Miscrosoft Publisher est idéal pour faire vos mises en page

Cons

L'assistance est très limité et une communauté très faible et moins actif

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Georges A.  
Systems Administrator  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Best publishing software EVER... Microsoft Publisher"

August 7, 2021

5.0

Publisher has been my "go-to" software when t comes to creating things for publishing, be it online or on paper. I use it extensively and, a lot of the people around me have fallen in love with it as well. They are on the right track and hope that the next upgrades will be some much anticipated enhancements.

Pros

From simple labels to large scale banners and posters, without forgetting of course the mail merge part and simple website creation: Publisher can do it all. Very simple to use, i mean, i was able to initiate someone in about 4 hours and now, just like me, she cannot live without it. The latest updates, coupled with the compatibility with all the Microsoft Office software just makes it PERFECT for the people who need to publish or create simple stuff without the need for expensive and cumbersome professional software.

Cons

It has certain limitations and still has a few things that need to be worked out. Talking about layering items and objects, the inability to use the "F4" function key to repeat the last action you did. Also, there is no way on earth you can insert a size for a cell inside a table so you have to "play it by eye". Simple useless things but, to the regular user, become a nag.

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JN

James N.  
Software Developer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Microsoft Publisher Review"

May 8, 2023

5.0

I enjoyed the product. It is easy to use and learn.

Pros

User-friendly interface: Microsoft Publisher has a simple and intuitive interface that makes it easy to use for beginners and experts alike.Template library: Microsoft Publisher comes with a wide variety of templates that users can use to create professional-looking documents quickly.Customization: Users can customize their documents with various design elements such as shapes, images, and colors.

Cons

Pricing: For you to use Microsoft Publisher, you have to buy a license from Microsoft for Microsoft Office.

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SS

Scott S.  
manager  
Veterinary  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Streamlined "

June 22, 2023

4.0

I have found MS publisher to be a great took for quick document creation. I often don't use it for in depth reports or flyers- but on the fly it works great.

Pros

Because it's Microsoft you know it will seamlessly integrate with other Microsoft products, including one drive.

Cons

Because it's Microsoft, if you are trying to use a non-microsoft product with it, it will often make it more difficult.

Reason for choosing Microsoft Publisher

not a lot of competition right now

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MS

Mike S.  
Project manager  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great Publisher for most businesses"

January 27, 2024

4.0

I have tried to switch to other new Publishing platforms and I always end up coming back to Publisher.

Pros

You can jump right into using Publisher with little learning curve. This is in contrast to InDesign or Affinity that requires a bigger learning curve. Does everything most businesses would ever need.

Cons

There are very few cons but one would be that it is not a collaborative document.

Alternatives considered

[Affinity Publisher](https://www.capterra.com/p/229592/Affinity-Publisher/)[Google Docs](https://www.capterra.com/p/160756/Google-Docs/)[Adobe InDesign](https://www.capterra.com/p/233314/Adobe-InDesign/)

Reason for choosing Microsoft Publisher

Publisher was far easier to use right from the start and did everything I needed.

Switched from

[Affinity Publisher](https://www.capterra.com/p/229592/Affinity-Publisher/)[Google Docs](https://www.capterra.com/p/160756/Google-Docs/)[Adobe InDesign](https://www.capterra.com/p/233314/Adobe-InDesign/)

Publisher easier to use right from the start.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
President/ Owner  
E-Learning  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "An easy and professional tool for desktop publishing!"

June 23, 2023

4.0

My overall experience has been a pleasure. MS Publisher was my first experience creating a newsletter for my company, and it was simple and effective.

Pros

I have used Publisher for many years, and it is by far the easiest desktop publishing application. It is a great way to get started without requiring a steep learning curve.

Cons

I love the program but would be even happier if it were available for MacOS. I use both Mac and Windows.

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SE

Stephen E.  
Company Director  
Investment Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Microsoft Publisher "

November 15, 2022

5.0

I have used this software for many years and always update the software when necessary. Im the always happy with the production of the document's. It is an 'in house ' for a wide range of documents. It's useful for students and businesses alike.

Pros

The software is easy to use. The templates cover a wide range of documents. Everything you would need. I also love the multiple layer feature. It is straightforward to create highly complex documents. I write enhanced eBooks with the software and magazines.

Cons

I have not found anything that I least like with this software

Reason for choosing Microsoft Publisher

Because Microsoft Publisher covers a wide range of documents and the software helps to produce a professional finish. I can create professional cover with Publish my Wall and drop those into publisher.

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TT

Tarmetria T.  
Office Assistant  
Utilities  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Microsoft "

October 2, 2023

5.0

Pros

I like how easy it is to write or proof read or maintain a slide show etc . Very useful for those in the industries of office and business and banking . Maybe each review you can become more successful in your micromanaging career!!

Cons

There’s nothing that I don’t like about Microsoft

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zmel J.  
ceo  
Animation  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "good advertising tool"

August 11, 2022

5.0

Pros

There are a lot of templates I can use in Publisher so inserting new content is a simple process being able to spell check and correct grammatical errors in Publisher is a very big advantage

Cons

The Microsoft Publisher templates are based on my internal design and having limited control over the size of the files provided personally annoys me

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SN

Samuel N.  
IT manager  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Publishing like apro! "

May 5, 2023

4.0

It's the best so far!

Pros

Easier to useLow costCustomization to your taste

Cons

Limited file size controlLacks compatibility

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Vielka A.  
Asistente de Ingeniería  
Pharmaceuticals  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Todos mis documentos y portadas de proyectos son hechos con Publisher"

April 11, 2023

5.0

Para trabajar y archivar documentos es muy buena, para crear los mismos con mayor originalidad utilizando hasta vectores en sus procesos hacen que sea más fácil ser creativo y profesional en los trabajos que se archivan dentro de un departamento.

Pros

He trabajado con Publisher por la libertad que ha dado para las portadas de los proyectos, me gusta crearlo para explotar mi creatividad y llevar a cabo las temas que corresponden a cada uno de los trabajos, además de poder ajustarlo a diferentes márgenes y ayudar a Word en ciertas limitantes que podría tener.

Cons

Hasta ahora no he tenido problema con esta herramienta.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Associate Director of Foundation Relations  
Higher Education  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Microsoft Publisher--Fine in a Pinch, but there are Better Document Layout Tools Available"

November 12, 2021

3.0

Microsoft Publisher is the first document layout tool I used. It is fine enough to make basic layouts, but it lacks the flexibility and functionality to create anything beyond the basic. Publisher struggles with complicated layouts and autoformats things in such a way that it is often hard to predict how it will react to changes to the layout. While I was able to create basic layouts with Publisher, once I transitioned to more fully featured layout tools like InDesign, I never looked back.

Pros

The best part about Publisher is the ease of use and user-friendly approach. Anyone familiar with Microsoft Office products can create workable documents in it. That it integrates into the Microsoft Office family of products is valuable.

Cons

Microsoft Publisher has vastly fewer features and is far less powerful than competitor document layout tools like InDesign. Clunky object snaps, unintuitive layering, and limited font design capabilities hamstring it as anything more than a basic layout tool. What's more, the vast majority of Publisher's functionality is replicated within Microsoft Word. As such the need for a separate tool like Publisher within the Office family is largely obviated. I recommend sticking with Word for your basic layouts. For anything more complicated, use a tool like InDesign.

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RR

Rudy R.  
Managing Director  
Real Estate  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Publish awesome content with Publisher."

April 16, 2023

3.0

It helped me make a lot of professional looking flyers for open houses. However it was really time consuming. Luckily for me someone else does this for me now.

Pros

The design capabilities. I can make really pretty greeting cards, or very professional looking flyers for real estate events.

Cons

How difficult it was to figure out all the ins and outs of the application. Personally I did not find the "help" function that helpful.

Reason for choosing Microsoft Publisher

While it was time consuming to use it was still the easiest software to use for my purposes. I was able to make very professional looking content with the built in content wizard.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Dependienta  
Consumer Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Software para crear documentos de forma rápida"

March 7, 2023

5.0

Pros

Lo fácil que es de emplear, tiene muchas funciones interesantes y para la creación de documentos de forma rápida funciona muy bien. No se necesita ningún programa sofisticado ya que para documentos sencillos es sumamente útil.

Cons

Como todos los paquetes de office, el problema es el precio, un poco caro.

Switched from

[Apache OpenOffice](https://www.capterra.com/p/160717/Apache-OpenOffice/)[Apache OpenOffice Calc](https://www.capterra.com/p/169719/Apache-OpenOffice-Calc/)

Por buscar programas con mejores prestaciones

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AC

Ashley C.  
Director of Development  
Hospital & Health Care  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Excellent Design Program for Newbies"

June 7, 2022

4.0

I would highly recommend Publisher for its available features and ease of use.

Pros

Microsoft Publisher is an excellent tool for creative assignments. It had all of the functions that I needed. The software was easy to learn, thus making it great for beginners.

Cons

I used Microsoft Publisher in my daily work for over 10 years. I recently switched to an Apple computer, but Publisher was not available for Mac. I was disappointed because I used Publisher more than any other software by far!

Alternatives considered

[Adobe InDesign](https://www.capterra.com/p/233314/Adobe-InDesign/)[Adobe Photoshop](https://www.capterra.com/p/229092/Adobe-Photoshop/)

Reason for choosing Microsoft Publisher

I used Publisher because it is user-friendly unlike Adobe products.

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Marlenis C.  
Analista  
Sporting Goods  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Publisher"

March 27, 2023

5.0

MI experiencia de adaptación al este producto fue buena, he ahorrado dinero creando mis publicaciones sin necesidad de contratar un profesional del área.

Pros

Que cualquiera con mediano conocimiento puede crear Marketing para su empresa, no hay limite en cuanto a variedad de contenido y sugerencias una vez decides que tipo de publicación quiere realizar.

Cons

Tendría que mejorar las funciones del menú para que el proceso de creación y edición sea mas rápido

Review Source

VG

Valerie G.  
Food service manager  
Food Production  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "This is a way to get a project done"

November 4, 2023

5.0

I love Microsoft publisher when I was first introduced I did not think I was going to ever need this but now I never use word and just use Microsoft publisher.

Pros

There's so many different things that you can use Microsoft publisher for. You are the editor and you control the editing there is so many different features that can be done to your project

Cons

Sometimes I don't like the fonts that are available and do not want to have to purchase any fonts either

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SM

Stephen M.  
free lancer  
Writing and Editing  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Power Point & me"

March 13, 2022

5.0

It never crashes and it can almost red my to where I want to take my writings.

Pros

It was accesible when I rought it it had not been on the open market for long . I didn't even bother trying to find reviews on it when saw itwas a Microsoft product brought even though the sales person tried to show me other programs I admit I was a bit obstinate but I knew what I wanted and was not going to be deterred by oe who was more concerned about their commission than my needs. I was not disappointed. It was like finding a new best friend.

Cons

I can't find to me many things I don't like about it. Here's why. I write music and short stories. My spelling a phraseology is horrible with Power Point they were like having My guardian Angel watching over me when did any type od creative writing they corrected as I wrote it was amazing no dictionaries need.

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GT

Giorgio T.  
Impiegato  
Government Administration  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Il prodotto ideale per realizzare grafica "

February 13, 2023

5.0

Publisher mi ha permesso con facilità di realizzare una vasta gamma di elaborati per il mio Liceo, dai calendari personalizzati al giornalino d'istituto, alle mini-agende per il personale.

Pros

Utilizzo MS Publisher da almeno 20 anni, è un software piuttosto completo per realizzare e stampare documenti grafici di uso comune, come calendari, biglietti da visita, presentazioni in ambito scolastico, cartellini, auguri di compleanno, Coupon commerciali, insomma l'utente medio che già ha nozioni basilari di Word ed Excel assimila molto presto le funzioni di Publisher e può in poco tempo creare elaborati grafici di qualità e stamparli.

Cons

Non ho rinvenuto significativi elementi negativi.Il prodotto è facilmente gestibile anche da utenti poco esperti, i menù sono molto comprensibili e chiari.

Switched from

[Microsoft Word](https://www.capterra.com/p/227146/Microsoft-Word/)

Perché Word è un ottimo elaboratore testi, ma non eccelle in semplicità di inserimento foto e immagini nel testo, per realizzare un giornalino d'istituto Publisher si è rivelato ottimo.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Ceo  
Retail  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great Entry Level "

June 24, 2022

4.0

If you want a universal app as an individual or small company with little to no desktop publishing experience, you'll be delighted with this app. If you want to take it to a professional level, this is too limited.

Pros

Easy to use Tons of templates "some" tweaking

Cons

Not powerful Relys on Clipart vs creating art from scratch

Alternatives considered

[Print Shop Manager](https://www.capterra.com/p/92568/Print-Shop-Manager/)[Adobe Illustrator](https://www.capterra.com/p/227125/Adobe-Illustrator/)

Reason for choosing Microsoft Publisher

Compared to illustrator, simple to use and loaded with templates

Switched from

[Print Shop Manager](https://www.capterra.com/p/92568/Print-Shop-Manager/)[Adobe Illustrator](https://www.capterra.com/p/227125/Adobe-Illustrator/)

Very easy for coworkers to use

Review Source

AS

Andrea S.  
Education Director  
Entertainment  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Everyone's Good Ol' Publisher"

June 30, 2023

5.0

Overall, it's a handy go-to. We use it for so many things in our education program! It's reliable, if even a little cumbersome to learn. Always produces solid results.

Pros

I like that it is accessible to any person wishing to create documents for printing. For us, we utilize Publisher for the creation of brochures, fliers, and programs for our Education Program. It's easy to submit the files to local printing companies. Our creations always look good and just cost us the price of printing!

Cons

Sometimes it isn't as intuitive as I would like. I use other services, like Canva, and they can be easy to figure out from the get-go. Publisher has a few more steps than I would like. Especially when learning on one's own.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
diseño  
Design  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "mi experiencia usando Publisher. "

July 6, 2023

5.0

fue bastante bien yo le encontre un uso a este programa para crear etiquetas de empresas . fue bastante facil editarlas y poder crearlas he imporimirlas.

Pros

la forma en la que yo utilize este programa fue para realizar etiquetas para empresas y fue bastante facil de hacer .

Cons

algunas herramientas estan escondidas o dificiles de ver y saber para que son realmente .

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HR

Hayley R.  
Marketing Manager  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great in its day"

November 24, 2023

5.0

Pros

I used to use this product every day when I was designing or mocking up my own artwork or newsletters.

Cons

It is now outdated and replaced by better free online software.

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