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Keynote

4.7 (150)

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Last updated September 28th, 2026

# Reviews of Keynote

Ease of use

4.6

Customer Service

4.3

## Pros and Cons in Reviews

RF

Renato F

MentorNon-Profit Organization Management, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years.

“Keynote is wonderful to create texts/fonts to overlay for video edits for apps like imovie, that is the main usage for myself.“

December 21, 2024

MF

Mike F

ManagerFood & Beverages, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years.

“Sometimes the app would glitch while using it.“

May 27, 2026

DV

Devon V

Training ManagerConsumer Goods, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“I have used this app to create presentations and collaborate with other team members for live events.“

September 11, 2024

JD

John D

PrincipalTransportation/Trucking/Railroad, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months.

“Doesn’t integrate well into day to day business operations.“

December 19, 2024

JG

Jonathan G

Director of PlumbingConstruction, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“The smoothness of the system, ease of use and the presentation mode.“

May 15, 2025

Gary H

Marketing Specialist Machinery, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“Keynote lacks some of the deeper features that MS PowerPoint and Google Slides do, including sharing and collaboration tools. While the lack of these is a bit inconvenient, our team still uses Keynote on a pretty regular basis.“

January 11, 2023

AH

Adam H

DirectorHealth, Wellness and Fitness, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years.

“End presentation looks great compared to PowerPoint“

November 10, 2024

CB

Christie B

CommunicationsReligious Institutions, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months.

“Although Keynote remote is great, it can refuse to connect at times and simply not work.“

May 18, 2024

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Stephanie C.  
Account Executive  
Food & Beverages  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Decent free option for Macbooks"

August 5, 2025

4.0

It’s been decent and easier to present offline than others but I still prefer other softwares for building slides.

Pros

The only thing I liked about Keynote was that my company created the slides for us to copy and use. I prefer more universal slide presentation software.

Cons

It’s not as user friendly as some other options out there. Simple to present, but not as easy to build.

Switched from

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)

The company changed that I worked for while using it.

Review Source

SK

Sixtus K.  
Advertisement Manager  
Biotechnology  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Well done, Apple!"

July 18, 2025

5.0

Pros

The easy use for any situation, extraordinary nice designs for your presentation, the transitions are quite smooth.

Cons

There is nothing tremendously bad about it. So what should I say? Perhaps it requires a little skill.

Switched from

[Keap](https://www.capterra.com/p/76390/Infusionsoft/)

Power Point is in my opinion way to expensive

Review Source

RR

Ruben R.  
IT Support Manager  
Real Estate  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Post Oak Tech Review"

July 9, 2025

3.0

I normally use keynote with Apple devices, so that I do not encounter frustrations. Learning how to use it can be challenging, but once you get a hold of it, it is useful.

Pros

It is user friendly, multiple templates to choose from. The design elements are really helpful and it is included for Apple users.

Cons

if you do not have an apple device, it is difficult/limited for non-apple devices. Keynote files can be quite large. Exporting it is a challenge.

Switched from

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)

Providing customer support for apple device users

Review Source

JG

Jonathan G.  
Director of Plumbing  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Hidden Gem"

May 15, 2025

5.0

Since the first time i used it, it was a smooth seamless system. I stumble upon it by accident because i was not even aware apple had their own presentation platform.

Pros

The smoothness of the system, ease of use and the presentation mode. Makes for a user friendly experice

Cons

I dont really have any negative things to say about it. I just with more people know about it because powerpoint has such a big name to it.

Switched from

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)

Stumbles upon Keynote by accident and found it way more user friendly.

Review Source

Melissa S.  
Director of Marketing  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Much better design options than PowerPoint"

October 10, 2022

5.0

Overall I love using Keynote. Most of my coworkers have PCs and use PowerPoint. My projects always have that extra bit of flair and I love the amazing built in templates as well as the hundreds of options available in Toolbox for iWork.

Pros

I love that Keynote has almost all the design features available in Pages. If you have used Pages, it is easy to apply all the beautiful options to your projects. Not only is this software free for Mac users, but it has much better templates and design options than PowerPoint as well.

Cons

There are a few date migration or integration options that PowerPoint has that Keynote doesn't have, but I in all my years using Keynote I have only had one project that I could accomplish with this software. Recent updates have added more date merge options that I am excited to try when I have a project that needs them. There are occasional design options that don't export well when I have to convert my Keynote presentation to a PowerPoint file, but it is getting better and I have learned which features not to use if I know I will have to create a PowerPoint version to share with coworkers.

Reason for choosing Keynote

I love the design feature of Keynote. The pre-made templates and the custom design features available in Keynote make this my go to for all my projects. It is so much easier to use as it works just like Pages which I use every day.

Switched from

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)

Many years ago I found it necessary to use both Microsoft Office software and iWork on Mac. Over the last few years and updates I have stopped paying for my office subscription and do all my projects in Pages, Keynote and Numbers.

Review Source

Gary H.  
Marketing Specialist  
Machinery  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "A great alternative to MS PowerPoint or Google Slides "

January 11, 2023

5.0

Overall, we are happy with the features Keynote offeres, especially since it is included for free with all Apple products. Keynote is easy to use, allows us to export files for viewing in PowerPoint, and has solid presentation features.

Pros

The biggest advantage to Keynote is the fact that it is native to Apple products and is included with them at purchase, something Microsoft does not do with its Office suite by default. The biggest strnght of Keynote is that it is already there and avaiable for use by our team.

Cons

Keynote lacks some of the deeper features that MS PowerPoint and Google Slides do, including sharing and collaboration tools. While the lack of these is a bit inconvenient, our team still uses Keynote on a pretty regular basis.

Alternatives considered

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)[Google Slides](https://www.capterra.com/p/178686/Google-Slides/)

Reason for choosing Keynote

Keynote was easily accessible to all our team members already and did not require any additional installs or licenses.

Switched from

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)[Google Slides](https://www.capterra.com/p/178686/Google-Slides/)

Cost was definitly a factor. By utilizing Keynote which came pre-installed on our Apple devices, our team was able to save quite a bit on MS Office licenses.

Review Source

Charron E.  
Owner  
Entertainment  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Keynote time"

August 4, 2022

4.0

It has been useful for my short presentation that I needed it for and I use it a lot for my overlays and animated images on Imovie project. plus it is free.

Pros

I have been a powerpoint user for a long time. But this is the first time I can stay on mac programs and not rely on Microsoft products. I can put together a presentation and send it to my Iphone or Ipad and be ready to go. I started to use IMovie and I found out the people use Keynote to make overlays for their Imovie projects.

Cons

There are a few things that Keynote lacks from Powerpoint. But It is better than google slides.

Alternatives considered

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)[Google Slides](https://www.capterra.com/p/178686/Google-Slides/)

Reason for choosing Keynote

It came with Imac Operating system upgrade in the APP Store

Review Source

John W.  
Owner  
Internet  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Simply the best presentation package."

April 11, 2022

5.0

Keynote has made creating presentations an effortless process. I would not trade it for any other presentation product.

Pros

I love how easy Keynote is to use. It allows me to focus on my presentation and not on figuring out the software.

Cons

I always have to save my gorgeous Keynote presentation as a Powerpoint because the venue I am presenting at doesn't support Keynote.

Switched from

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)

It came installed on my first iMac computer and it was love at first use.

Review Source

JT

Joe T.  
Chiropractor  
Health, Wellness and Fitness  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Keynote is the Key!"

April 8, 2025

5.0

Keynote is amazing not only is a great presenting tool, its easy to navigate, simple to use, and it is compatible with Microsoft PowerPoint for easy transfer of presentations.

Pros

It is amazing in organizing presentations in an orderly fashion while utilizing Apple products.

Cons

I have no cons for this product. I believe it delivers on everything I need from it.

Review Source

CD

Carl D.  
IT Specialist  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Professional presentations made easy"

May 15, 2025

5.0

Overall, its a great way to create good looking professional presentations. An essential app if you have a Mac.

Pros

Great for creating presentations, easily works across apple devices from Mac to ipad to iphone. Easy to create and manipulate.

Cons

Not compatible with MS office, requires Mac or apple device to present, templates are a bit lacking.

Review Source

DE

Donald E.  
Technology Director  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Keynote"

October 6, 2022

5.0

We use Keynote often in our environment. I came from a PowerPoint world and was able to adapt to Keynote fairly quickly. Being a MAC School, I love having a product that I can use without having to pay for PowerPoint

Pros

This is an easy software to learn. Ports over easily from PowerPoint. I love the drag and drop features

Cons

I don't see many Cons with this software once you get past the learning stage

Alternatives considered

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)

Reason for choosing Keynote

We are a Mac School, plus cost considerations

Review Source

MS

Mario S.  
Owner  
E-Learning  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Keynote review"

March 6, 2022

5.0

Presentation are built easily and are more attractive than PowerPoint

Pros

Easy to use. Can use transparency in graphics

Cons

Export to PowerPoint for others destroys effects

Alternatives considered

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)

Reason for choosing Keynote

First I thought to stick to PowerPoint, but Keynote is built-in so I tried it.

Switched from

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)

System Switch

Review Source

MD

Marc-henry D.  
Account Manager  
Environmental Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Keynote review"

March 28, 2025

5.0

i had an easy time using keynote for presentations and making visual projects.

Pros

i used it mostly for presentations and i found it was simple and straightforward with that task and it helped a lot.

Cons

i felt like it could've had more of the features of Microsoft PowerPoint but it was amazing for what i used it for.

Review Source

OB

Oli B.  
Research Scholar  
Research  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Favorite presentation software of all time"

February 8, 2023

5.0

Pros

Some of the features I like most about Keynote include its customizable templates, built-in media library, ability to add 3D objects and animations, and support for real-time collaboration with other users.

Cons

Sometime I find Keynote's features and tools overwhelming for basic or simple presentations, and may prefer a more streamlined solution.

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Director  
Arts and Crafts  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Keynote... and nothing else"

October 22, 2022

5.0

Although Powerpoint has improved a lot over the years, it still hasn't caught up with Keynote.

Pros

It is the best presentations software out there, period.I've been a Windows user all my life, until I tried Keynote. Yes, Keynote was the main reason why I switched to Mac. It has a fantastic user interface, it is really easy to do almost anything you need to do with a presentation, very clever the way many tools have been designed.The way you work with shapes, how easy it is to apply effects... it makes Keynote a wonderful tool.

Cons

No cons, perhaps the main one is that it only comes with Mac. But if you do own a Mac, it comes for free, that's the good news!

Switched from

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)

Keynote is just better.

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Marketing Manager  
Computer Hardware  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Incredible animations"

October 20, 2022

5.0

Pros

You can achieve the best quality animated presentation with this “entry level” software. Using the transitions, animations plugins and tools you can obtain amazing results

Cons

Is hard to use it out of IOS enviroment. You will have many troubles exporting this file to a .ppt and using it in a PC. If your presentation will be not showed in a Mac, please don’t use it

Review Source

VF

Vinicius F.  
product designer  
Chemicals  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "A perfect tool for amazing presentations"

July 11, 2022

5.0

I can create amazing documents through Keynote, but I need much storage on my computer and in my iCloud.

Pros

This is the only software I know that allows the creation of such beautiful documents, with several features available to use creativity and leave an impeccable design in my creations. In addition, through it, I can also share documents and make changes with other people.

Cons

Unfortunately, Keynote uses a lot of storage, which is a big downside, making my iCloud more expensive as a result. Another negative point is that it is a limited-use software since only Apple users can enjoy it, making it difficult to share files.

Review Source

VA

Vasyl A.  
CEO  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "my favourite tool for creating presentations"

December 10, 2022

5.0

Pros

I use Keynote for all of my work presentations. I've tried PowerPoint but it just never felt intuitive to me. With Keynote, it's so easy to add in multimedia and make changes quickly - which is really important when you're making a presentation. The other thing I like about Keynote is the ability to customize it by adding in your own personal theme.

Cons

I dont have any negatives to report. Apple has done an amazing job like they always do.

Alternatives considered

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)

Reason for choosing Keynote

better features and functionalities

Review Source

LS

Lirim S.  
Food Safety chemist  
Food Production  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Free presentation app if you got a Mac or iPad"

November 17, 2022

5.0

The best part about the Keynote is that you can present from your phone if you suddenly forgot the laptop at home. It happened to me one time and I didn't panic because I knew that I would have access from my phone.

Pros

The best part of this app is that if you have a Macbook or any other apple device such as iPad Air or Pro, you can use it with no cost at all. And it has all the features you'll find in the powerpoint.

Cons

Unfortunately, there is not enough fonts available. I wish it had more fonts available so that I can customize the text.

Switched from

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)

Price

Review Source

AR

Anamika R.  
Student  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "I love keynote!!!"

November 26, 2022

5.0

Pros

Presentations with keynote are just elevated. once you use it, I don't think powerpoint is an option.

Cons

Nothing! I love everything about this software. I wish the import and export to and from keynote to powerpoint was seamless.

Review Source

ME

Miguel E.  
Director  
E-Learning  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Beautiful, Simple, Effective for presentations on a snap"

May 12, 2022

5.0

Use it for presentations on a snap. Really easy to use with very nice transitions

Pros

simplicity in the learning curve and nice transitions

Cons

It is a linear way to present, one slide after the other like passing pages. I would like something more fluid and inmersive sort of like a prezi with the ease of use of Keynote I will like to see more templates included within.

Reason for choosing Keynote

Price is right

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Marketing Specialist  
Human Resources  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Good for fancy presentations"

August 8, 2022

5.0

Pros

It offers easy process for preparing a presentation or report. All templates are cool and easy to find. You can pick cool colors, cool fonts and a cool template. It makes easier to prepare report and presentation because some templates including titles and in this way you can create your content plan.

Cons

It is working only Apple devices (naturally) but I don't have all Apple devices :)) and another presentations tools have wider template markets.

Review Source

FL

Fabian L.  
Project Accounting Officer  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Keynote - Presentation Tool"

August 15, 2022

4.0

Overall, I believe Keynote is superior to other platforms and I’ve enjoyed my experience thus far.

Pros

Keynote is an efficient, fully loaded tool which aids the user create and deliver quality presentations. I love it’s animations and transitions and its ability to continuously show a presentation on loop.

Cons

In terms of draw backs, keynotes could use more design templates in order to better aid users create presentations.

Switched from

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)

Started using a MacBook.

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Freelance Content Writer  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "ultimate tool for creating engaging presentations"

January 15, 2023

5.0

Pros

Keynote is a great tool for students in engineering and other fields, as it helps them to create engaging and professional-looking presentations. It offers a wide range of customizable templates, animations, and visual effects that make it easy to create dynamic and interactive presentations. The ability to add multimedia elements such as videos and images makes it a great tool for showcasing projects and research in a more engaging way.

Cons

Apple did a great job with keynote, no cons to report.

Switched from

[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/)

better features and more flexibility

Review Source

MN

Mariana N.  
Master student  
Higher Education  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Simple and practical!"

January 2, 2023

5.0

Is practical and very intuitive, you can have all your thougths in the palm of your hand.

Pros

I love the fact that I have easy access to an app that keeps my notes in order, where I can edit or upgrade new data.

Cons

IOS's apps not always are useful when you used in microsoft software.

Review Source

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