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SoftMaker Presentations alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best SoftMaker Presentations alternative for most people is Microsoft PowerPoint (3.4 GPA), first in our ranking of presentation tools. It's also the best free one.
SoftMaker Presentations compared with 5 alternatives: LibreOffice Impress, WPS Presentation, Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides and Keynote.
SoftMaker Presentations is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $4.99 per month, billed monthly ($49.90 billed yearly). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoftMaker PresentationsThis tool | Free trial · from $4.99/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| LibreOffice Impress | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| WPS Presentation | Free plan · from $5.83/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Google Slides | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Keynote | Free plan · from $12.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS |
Price against what you get
SoftMaker Presentations starts at $4.99 a month and scores 3.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Microsoft PowerPoint scores higher without starting lower. LibreOffice Impress starts lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from SoftMaker Presentations
LibreOffice Impress
Free, open-source presentation app for Windows, macOS and Linux
- LibreOffice Impress is free.
- LibreOffice Impress has a free plan, which SoftMaker Presentations lacks.
- LibreOffice Impress lists no iOS and Android apps, which SoftMaker Presentations has.
- LibreOffice Impress is open source, according to its own site.
- LibreOffice Impress also covers templates.
Suits: People who want a desktop presentation app with no subscription
WPS Presentation
PowerPoint-compatible slide editor in the WPS Office suite
- WPS Presentation starts at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+).
- WPS Presentation has a free plan, which SoftMaker Presentations lacks.
- WPS Presentation also lists a web app.
- WPS Presentation also covers templates.
- WPS Presentation does not cover documents and spreadsheets, which SoftMaker Presentations does.
Suits: People who need to open and edit PowerPoint files without Microsoft 365
Microsoft PowerPoint
Slide presentation app sold with Microsoft 365, free in the browser
- Microsoft PowerPoint starts at $9.99 / month, or $99.99 / year (Microsoft 365 Personal).
- Microsoft PowerPoint has a free plan, which SoftMaker Presentations lacks.
- Microsoft PowerPoint also lists a web app.
- Microsoft PowerPoint lists no Linux app, which SoftMaker Presentations has.
- Microsoft PowerPoint also covers templates.
Suits: People who need a full desktop presentation app on Windows or Mac
Google Slides
Browser-based presentation builder, free with a Google Account
- Google Slides starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter).
- Google Slides has a free plan, which SoftMaker Presentations lacks.
- Google Slides also lists a web app.
- Google Slides lists no Windows, macOS and Linux apps, which SoftMaker Presentations has.
- Google Slides also covers templates.
Suits: Teams that build and review the same deck together in a browser
Keynote
Apple's free presentation app for Mac, iPad and iPhone
- Keynote starts at $12.99 per month or $129 per year for Apple Creator Studio.
- Keynote has a free plan, which SoftMaker Presentations lacks.
- Keynote also lists a web app.
- Keynote lists no Windows, Linux and Android apps, which SoftMaker Presentations has.
- Keynote also covers templates.
Suits: People who work mainly on Mac, iPad and iPhone
Limits worth knowing in SoftMaker Presentations
- Presentations is sold only as part of the Office suite subscription, not by itself.
- The yearly plan covers 5 household computers, but a company license covers 1 computer.
- AI text, image and translation use is capped by included character and image allowances.
- Volume licenses are priced separately, for example 5 computers for $199 a year.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to SoftMaker Presentations?
The alternatives to SoftMaker Presentations in this directory are LibreOffice Impress, WPS Presentation, Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides and Keynote. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with SoftMaker Presentations.
Is there a free alternative to SoftMaker Presentations?
Yes. LibreOffice Impress is free to use. WPS Presentation, Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides and Keynote have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Is there an open-source alternative to SoftMaker Presentations?
LibreOffice Impress is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.