# Adobe InDesign vs Keynote Comparison

| | Adobe InDesign | Keynote | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.6 out of 5 | 4.4 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 3,439 | 530 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (57.9% of reviews) | Small-Business (55.2% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | Starting at $99.99 1 License Per Month | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Adobe InDesign

Pros:
- Ease of Use (43 reviews)
- Layout Design (37 reviews)

Cons:
- Difficulty (17 reviews)
- Expensive (17 reviews)

### Keynote

Pros:
- Presentations (3 reviews)
- Implementation Ease (1 reviews)

Cons:
- Missing Features (1 reviews)
- PowerPoint Issues (1 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Adobe InDesign | Keynote | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 9.3 (3134 reviews) | 9.0 (440 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.0 (3147 reviews) | 9.0 (439 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.8 (430 reviews) | 9.2 (82 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.7 (300 reviews) | 8.9 (69 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.2 (2410 reviews) | 8.5 (290 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.9 (273 reviews) | 8.8 (59 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 8.6 (3092 reviews) | 8.0 (427 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Adobe InDesign

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Creative Cloud Pro for teams

Price: Starting at $99.99 1 License Per Month

Description: 20+ apps, including InDesign, and Firefly creative AI for images, video, and audio, plus exclusive business features.

Key Features:
- Create and publish brochures, digital magazines, eBooks, posters, and presentations with InDesign.
- 20+ photo, graphic design, and video apps
- Unlimited access to standard creative AI image and vector features like Generative Fill in Photoshop

[Browse all 2 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/adobe-indesign/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Keynote

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Collaboration & Productivity

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Adobe InDesign** | N/A | N/A |
| **Keynote** | N/A | N/A |

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Adobe InDesign | Keynote | 
|---|---|---|
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **To-Do List** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **@mentions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Single Sign On** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Alerts/Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Prioritization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Screen Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Brainstorming** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Transfer** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Calendar Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Status Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real Time Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Communication Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Chat/Messaging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Tagging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Assignment Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Scheduling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflow Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Secure Data Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Progress Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Discussions/Forums** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Commenting/Notes** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting & Statistics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Contact Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Conferencing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Progress Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Branding** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Graphic Design

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Adobe InDesign** | N/A | N/A |
| **Keynote** | N/A | N/A |

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Adobe InDesign | Keynote | 
|---|---|---|
| **Data Visualization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile App** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Commenting/Notes** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Text Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Custom Brushes** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Watermarking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Engagement Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Pattern, Color & Art Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Design Templates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Search/Filter** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Secure Data Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflow Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Storage Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Interactive Content** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop Editor** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Preview Functionality** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Language** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Image Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Branding** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **CAD Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Library** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Custom Fonts** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **3D Digital Asset Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Design Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Presentation Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Social Media Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Print Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Presentation

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Adobe InDesign** | N/A | N/A |
| **Keynote** | 8.5/10 | 123 |

#### Platform Basics

| Feature | Adobe InDesign | Keynote | 
|---|---|---|
| **Slide Design** | Not enough data | 9.1 (113 reviews) | 
| **Presenter Tools** | Not enough data | 9.2 (113 reviews) | 
| **Auto Save** | Not enough data | 8.9 (107 reviews) | 

#### Platform Content

| Feature | Adobe InDesign | Keynote | 
|---|---|---|
| **Charts** | Not enough data | 8.8 (99 reviews) | 
| **Template Library** | Not enough data | 8.2 (105 reviews) | 
| **Template Creator** | Not enough data | 8.3 (95 reviews) | 
| **Content Sharing** | Not enough data | 8.5 (105 reviews) | 
| **Content Library** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Media Library** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Screen Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Additional Functionality

| Feature | Adobe InDesign | Keynote | 
|---|---|---|
| **Messaging** | Not enough data | 7.2 (41 reviews) | 
| **Mobility** | Not enough data | 8.4 (75 reviews) | 
| **Cloud** | Not enough data | 8.7 (78 reviews) | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Adobe InDesign | Keynote | 
|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Image-to-Text** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text-to-Video** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text-to-Music** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text-to-Speech** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text-to-Image** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Two-Way Audio & Video** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Adobe InDesign | Keynote | 
|---|---|---|
| **Video Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Text Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Commenting/Notes** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Change Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Visualization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Training Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Audio File Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Presentation Streaming** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Communication Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Engagement Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Image Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Offline Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **3D Objects** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Encryption** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Audience Engagement** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Audio/Video Recording** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Presenter View** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Digital Signage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Offline Presenting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting & Statistics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting/Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Updates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Playlist Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Conferencing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Animation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Template Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Branding** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Interactive Content** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Search/Filter** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Desktop Publishing

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Adobe InDesign** | 8.2/10 | 304 |
| **Keynote** | N/A | N/A |

#### Design

| Feature | Adobe InDesign | Keynote | 
|---|---|---|
| **Templates** | 8.4 (223 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Layout editor** | 9.1 (250 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Publishing formats** | 9.2 (274 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Saved preferences** | 8.9 (249 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Infographics** | 8.1 (202 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Asset Library** | 8.2 (211 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Additional Functionality

| Feature | Adobe InDesign | Keynote | 
|---|---|---|
| **Mobile Access** | 5.9 (145 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **File Storage** | 7.9 (171 reviews) | Not enough data | 

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## Categories

**Unique to Adobe InDesign (1):** [Desktop Publishing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/desktop-publishing)

**Unique to Keynote (1):** [Presentation Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/presentation-software)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Adobe InDesign | Keynote | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 57.9% | 55.2% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 27.2% | 22.3% | 
| **Enterprise** | 14.9% | 22.5% | 

### By Industry

#### Adobe InDesign

- **Design:** 11.7%
- **Graphic Design:** 11.5%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 11.1%
- **Higher Education:** 5.3%
- **Architecture & Planning:** 3.9%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 3.8%
- **Publishing:** 2.8%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 2.3%
- **Computer Software:** 2.1%
- **Education Management:** 2.0%
- **Other:** 43.6%

#### Keynote

- **Marketing and Advertising:** 13.7%
- **Higher Education:** 7.6%
- **Computer Software:** 5.7%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 5.7%
- **Education Management:** 3.8%
- **Internet:** 3.6%
- **Design:** 3.6%
- **Religious Institutions:** 3.6%
- **Entertainment:** 3.4%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 3.2%
- **Other:** 45.8%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Adobe InDesign

- [Canva](https://www.g2.com/products/canva/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (7659 reviews)
- [Microsoft Publisher](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-publisher/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (1008 reviews)
- [QuarkXPress](https://www.g2.com/products/quarkxpress/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (304 reviews)
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- [Foxit PDF Editor](https://www.g2.com/products/foxit-pdf-editor/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (3706 reviews)
- [Scribus](https://www.g2.com/products/scribus/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (28 reviews)
- [iStudio Publisher](https://www.g2.com/products/istudio-publisher/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (20 reviews)
- [Swift Publisher](https://www.g2.com/products/swift-publisher/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (11 reviews)
- [Wondershare PDFelement](https://www.g2.com/products/wondershare-wondershare-pdfelement/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1044 reviews)
- [InPage](https://www.g2.com/products/inpage/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (12 reviews)

### Alternatives to Keynote

- [Canva](https://www.g2.com/products/canva/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (7659 reviews)
- [Prezi](https://www.g2.com/products/prezi/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (5723 reviews)
- [Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-powerpoint/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (4397 reviews)
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- [Mentimeter](https://www.g2.com/products/mentimeter/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (789 reviews)
- [Microsoft Sway](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-sway/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (124 reviews)
- [Impress](https://www.g2.com/products/impress/reviews) — 3.7/5 stars (19 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### Adobe InDesign

- Title: [What other things do use Indesign for, besides designing a catalog.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-other-things-do-use-indesign-for-besides-designing-a-catalog) — 7 comments, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "I don't know what you've already thought of. :) 

Here is a selection of things we make using InDesign:
* Books (design and typography)
* Billboards and..."
- Title: [Is InDesign part of Adobe Creative Suite?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-indesign-part-of-adobe-creative-suite) — 4 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Yes"
- Title: [Is Adobe InDesign free?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-adobe-indesign-free) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "No"
- Title: [Qual è il modo migliore per mantenere il mio lavoro organizzato?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-best-way-to-keep-my-work-organised) — 3 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "I have an external hard drive that I have individual folders for each project. I do package everything together after I’m done for the day so I can pick..."
- Title: [Do you have another easier version for this application?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/do-you-have-another-easier-version-for-this-application) — 3 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Pages from Apple would be easier to just and still give you a similar set of features. "

### Keynote

- Title: [How to sync keynote with google slides?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/51306-how-to-sync-keynote-with-google-slides) — 3 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "I think Keynote syncs with Google pretty easily except for the animations. "
- Title: [What is Keynote used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-keynote-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Slideshow presentations"
- Title: [What is the purpose of Keynote app?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-purpose-of-keynote-app) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Keynote is being used to create presentations as seen in PowerPoint. It contains powerful tools to create beautiful presentations, and the best part it that..."

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/adobe-indesign-vs-keynote)