# Adobe InDesign vs Microsoft PowerPoint Comparison | | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **Star Rating** | 4.6 out of 5 | 4.6 out of 5 | | **Total Reviews** | 3,439 | 4,398 | | **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (57.9% of reviews) | Enterprise (34.5% of reviews) | | **Entry Level Price** | Starting at $99.99 1 License Per Month | No pricing available | --- ## Top Pros & Cons ### Adobe InDesign Pros: - Ease of Use (41 reviews) - Layout Design (35 reviews) Cons: - Expensive (16 reviews) - Steep Learning Curve (16 reviews) ### Microsoft PowerPoint Pros: - Ease of Use (30 reviews) - Presentations (27 reviews) Cons: - PowerPoint Issues (10 reviews) - Slow Performance (10 reviews) --- ## Ratings Comparison | Rating | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **Meets Requirements** | 9.3 (3134 reviews) | 9.2 (3752 reviews) | | **Ease of Use** | 8.0 (3147 reviews) | 9.1 (3775 reviews) | | **Ease of Setup** | 8.8 (430 reviews) | 9.3 (509 reviews) | | **Ease of Admin** | 8.7 (300 reviews) | 9.1 (299 reviews) | | **Quality of Support** | 8.2 (2410 reviews) | 8.6 (2864 reviews) | | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.9 (273 reviews) | 9.0 (280 reviews) | | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 8.6 (3092 reviews) | 8.5 (3658 reviews) | --- ## 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 ### Microsoft PowerPoint #### Entry-Level Pricing No pricing available #### Free Trial No information available --- ## Features Comparison By Category ### Collaboration & Productivity | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Adobe InDesign** | N/A | N/A | | **Microsoft PowerPoint** | N/A | N/A | #### Additional Functionality | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **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 | | **Microsoft PowerPoint** | N/A | N/A | #### Additional Functionality | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **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 | ### AI Presentation Tools | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Adobe InDesign** | N/A | N/A | | **Microsoft PowerPoint** | 9.0/10 | 10 | #### Content Import/Export | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **Content Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### AI Design & Content Suggestions | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **AI Design & Content Suggestions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### AI Presentation Generation | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **AI Presentation Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### AI Text-to-Slide | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **AI Text-to-Slide** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### AI Visual Generation | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **AI Visual Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Document Editing | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **Document Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### File Sharing | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **File Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Team Collaboration | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **Team Collaboration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Brand Management | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **Brand Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Generative AI | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **AI-Assisted Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **AI Presentation Structuring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **AI Image Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **AI Slide Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **AI Text-to-Slide** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Platform basics | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **Collaboration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **File Sharing** | Not enough data | 9.7 (6 reviews) | | **Slide Design** | Not enough data | 8.3 (7 reviews) | ### Presentation | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Adobe InDesign** | N/A | N/A | | **Microsoft PowerPoint** | 8.3/10 | 1805 | #### Platform Basics | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **Slide Design** | Not enough data | 9.1 (1649 reviews) | | **Presenter Tools** | Not enough data | 9.1 (1593 reviews) | | **Auto Save** | Not enough data | 8.9 (1542 reviews) | #### Platform Content | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **Charts** | Not enough data | 8.8 (1549 reviews) | | **Template Library** | Not enough data | 8.5 (1585 reviews) | | **Template Creator** | Not enough data | 8.6 (1483 reviews) | | **Content Sharing** | Not enough data | 8.6 (1413 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 | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **Messaging** | Not enough data | 8.0 (975 reviews) | | **Mobility** | Not enough data | 8.6 (1270 reviews) | | **Cloud** | Not enough data | 8.7 (1212 reviews) | #### Generative AI | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **AI Text Generation** | Not enough data | 7.8 (112 reviews) | | **AI Image-to-Text** | Not enough data | 7.5 (96 reviews) | | **AI Text-to-Video** | Not enough data | 7.1 (94 reviews) | | **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | 7.9 (96 reviews) | | **AI Text-to-Music** | Not enough data | 6.5 (89 reviews) | | **AI Text-to-Speech** | Not enough data | 7.1 (90 reviews) | | **AI Text-to-Image** | Not enough data | 7.3 (90 reviews) | | **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Two-Way Audio & Video** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Additional Functionality | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **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 | 9.2 (6 reviews) | | **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 | 10.0 (6 reviews) | | **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 | 305 | | **Microsoft PowerPoint** | N/A | N/A | #### Design | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **Templates** | 8.4 (224 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Layout editor** | 9.1 (251 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Publishing formats** | 9.2 (275 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Saved preferences** | 8.9 (250 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Infographics** | 8.1 (202 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Asset Library** | 8.2 (212 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Platform Additional Functionality | Feature | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **Mobile Access** | 5.9 (145 reviews) | Not enough data | | **File Storage** | 7.9 (171 reviews) | Not enough data | --- ## Categories **Unique to Adobe InDesign (1):** [Desktop Publishing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/desktop-publishing) **Unique to Microsoft PowerPoint (2):** [Presentation Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/presentation-software), [AI Presentation Tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/ai-presentation-tools) --- ## Reviewer Demographics ### By Company Size | Segment | Adobe InDesign | Microsoft PowerPoint | |---|---|---| | **Small-Business** | 57.9% | 34.5% | | **Mid-Market** | 27.2% | 31.1% | | **Enterprise** | 14.9% | 34.5% | ### 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% #### Microsoft PowerPoint - **Higher Education:** 8.8% - **Information Technology and Services:** 8.1% - **Education Management:** 5.7% - **Marketing and Advertising:** 5.1% - **Computer Software:** 4.5% - **Hospital & Health Care:** 4.1% - **Research:** 2.4% - **Financial Services:** 2.2% - **Management Consulting:** 1.8% - **Telecommunications:** 1.8% - **Other:** 55.5% --- ## Alternatives ### Alternatives to Adobe InDesign - [Canva](https://www.g2.com/products/canva/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (7702 reviews) - [Microsoft Publisher](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-publisher/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (1009 reviews) - [QuarkXPress](https://www.g2.com/products/quarkxpress/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (304 reviews) - [Marq](https://www.g2.com/products/charles-thayne-capital-marq/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (210 reviews) - [Foxit PDF Editor](https://www.g2.com/products/foxit-pdf-editor/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (3754 reviews) - [Scribus](https://www.g2.com/products/scribus/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (27 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 (1052 reviews) - [InPage](https://www.g2.com/products/inpage/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (12 reviews) ### Alternatives to Microsoft PowerPoint - [Canva](https://www.g2.com/products/canva/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (7702 reviews) - [Prezi](https://www.g2.com/products/prezi/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (5725 reviews) - [Visme](https://www.g2.com/products/visme/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (510 reviews) - [Pitch](https://www.g2.com/products/pitch-pitch/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (67 reviews) - [Keynote](https://www.g2.com/products/keynote/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (530 reviews) - [Powtoon](https://www.g2.com/products/powtoon/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (287 reviews) - [WPS Presentation](https://www.g2.com/products/wps-presentation/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (110 reviews) - [Mural](https://www.g2.com/products/mural/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1480 reviews) - [Haiku Deck](https://www.g2.com/products/haiku-deck/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (34 reviews) - [Google Workspace](https://www.g2.com/products/google-workspace/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (48206 reviews) --- ## 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. " ### Microsoft PowerPoint - Title: [How has Microsoft PowerPoint evolved to meet the needs of modern presentation design and delivery?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-has-microsoft-powerpoint-evolved-to-meet-the-needs-of-modern-presentation-design-and-delivery) — 3 comments, 3 upvotes > **Top comment:** "The AI suggested designs for the slides help me quickly freshen my overall ppt look." - Title: [What is Microsoft PowerPoint used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-microsoft-powerpoint-used-for) — 3 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "Microsoft PowerPoint is use in almost every company. It's very powerfull software. So many Features Creating Presentation, Animation, photos, videos, and..." - Title: [how to show video in powerpoint](https://www.g2.com/discussions/44617-how-to-show-video-in-powerpoint) — 3 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "<a href="https://youtu.be/G2mazmRaC5M"> Excellent post. </a> This article is really very interesting and effective. I think its must be helpful for us...." - Title: [Is it possible to create explanatory videos using power point?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/26360-is-it-possible-to-create-explanatory-videos-using-power-point) — 3 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "yes it is possible by using recording options" - Title: [how to embed a video in powerpoint](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-to-embed-a-video-in-powerpoint) — 3 comments > **Top comment:** "Save the video to your desktop. Open up your PowerPoint presentation. Right click copy on your video (now on your desktop) and back within your presentation..." --- **Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/adobe-indesign-vs-microsoft-powerpoint)