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# DEON vs Microsoft Whiteboard Comparison - What are their main differences?

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Reviews

**DEON** [

4.6/5(32)

](https://www.g2.com/products/deon/reviews#reviews)

**Microsoft Whiteboard** [

4/5(51)

](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-whiteboard/reviews#reviews)

Pricing

**DEON**
Free Trial

**Free** · Basic

**Microsoft Whiteboard**
No pricing available

**Pricing Insights**
from reviews

Time to Implement

**DEON**
Not enough reviews yet

**Microsoft Whiteboard**
Not enough reviews yet

Return on Investment

**DEON**
Not enough reviews yet

**Microsoft Whiteboard**
Not enough reviews yet

Perceived Cost

**DEON**
Not enough reviews yet

**Microsoft Whiteboard**
$$$$$

Average Discount

**DEON**
Not enough reviews yet

**Microsoft Whiteboard**
Not enough reviews yet

Pros & Cons

**DEON**
Not enough data

**Microsoft Whiteboard**
[
Integrations (2)
](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-whiteboard/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1589537&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Ease of Use (1)
](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-whiteboard/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2443937&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Limited Features (2)
](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-whiteboard/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1589557&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Diagramming Issues (1)
](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-whiteboard/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1589618&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

Screenshots

**DEON**
 ![DEON screenshot](https://images.g2crowd.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=600,height=600,fit=scale-down,format=auto,onerror=redirect,/https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/attachment/file/1771662/g2_01_workshops.jpg)

**Microsoft Whiteboard**
No screenshot available

Ratings

Meets Requirements

**DEON**

8.7

8.720

**Microsoft Whiteboard**

7.6

7.638

Ease of Use

**DEON**

8.7

8.719

**Microsoft Whiteboard**

8.8

8.839

Ease of Setup

**DEON**

9.1

9.19

**Microsoft Whiteboard**

9.1

9.111

Ease of Admin

**DEON**

8.8

8.88

**Microsoft Whiteboard**
Not enough data

Quality of Support

**DEON**

9.4

9.416

**Microsoft Whiteboard**

7.4

7.430

Has the product been a good partner in doing business?

**DEON**

9.3

9.39

**Microsoft Whiteboard**
Not enough data

Product Direction (% positive)

**DEON**

10.0

10.012

**Microsoft Whiteboard**

7.8

7.837

Features

Collaborative Whiteboard[Hide 65 FeaturesShow 65 Features](javascript:void(0);)

8.2

10

8.0

34

Design Tools

Drawing

9.2(won by 0.2)

8

9.0

31

Marker Colors

9.1(won by 0.7)

9

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.4

28

Mind Mapping

8.3

9

8.5(won by 0.2)

27

Templates

7.3

8

7.5(won by 0.2)

26

Drag-and-Drop

9.8(won by 0.9)

9

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.9

25

Project Templates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Templates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Communication Tools

Commenting

9.0(won by 1.2)

7

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

7.8

22

Voting

Not enough data

6.9(won by default)

18

Integrations

CMS Integrations

Not enough data

7.4(won by default)

12

Sharing

Not enough data

8.0(won by default)

23

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Software Offering

In-Browser

5.5

7

7.3(won by 1.8)

20

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Desktop App

9.6(won by 0.9)

9

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.7

26

Mobile App

5.7

5

8.2(won by 2.5)

24

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Agentic AI - Collaborative Whiteboard

Autonomous Task Execution

Not enough data

Not enough data

Cross-system Integration

Not enough data

Not enough data

Adaptive Learning

Feature Not Available

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Tagging

Not enough data

Not enough data

Visual Workflow Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Task Planning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Task Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Idea Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Chat/Messaging

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Project Workflow

Not enough data

Not enough data

Template Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Single Sign On

Not enough data

Not enough data

Whiteboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Categorization/Grouping

Not enough data

Not enough data

Projections

Not enough data

Not enough data

Meeting Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Mind Maps

Not enough data

Not enough data

Video Conferencing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Project Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Diagramming

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Sketching and Annotation Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Brainstorming

Not enough data

Not enough data

Workflow Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Screen Recording

Not enough data

Not enough data

Project Planning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Ideation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Digital Canvas

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Updates

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

Commenting/Notes

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Task Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Planning Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multi-Department/Project

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

Version Control

Not enough data

Not enough data

Presentation Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Storage

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

File Transfer

Not enough data

Not enough data

Presentation Streaming

Not enough data

Not enough data

Task Progress Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Image Library

Not enough data

Not enough data

Content Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Visual Collaboration Platforms[Hide 30 FeaturesShow 30 Features](javascript:void(0);)

7.2

9

Not enough data

Collaboration

Integrated Communications

6.7(won by default)

6

Not enough data

Native Communications

6.3(won by default)

8

Not enough data

Board Overview

7.4(won by default)

9

Not enough data

Screen Sharing

7.3(won by default)

8

Not enough data

Hardware

Required Hardware

5.5(won by default)

7

Not enough data

Bring Your Own Device

9.6(won by default)

8

Not enough data

 Security

Permissions

7.7(won by default)

8

Not enough data

Single Sign-On (SSO)

Not enough data

Not enough data

Agentic AI - Visual Collaboration Platforms

Autonomous Task Execution

Not enough data

Not enough data

Natural Language Interaction

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

@mentions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Commenting/Notes

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reminders

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Branding

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Surveys & Feedback

Not enough data

Not enough data

Progress Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Single Sign On

Not enough data

Not enough data

Discussions/Forums

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Audio Calls

Not enough data

Not enough data

Search/Filter

Not enough data

Not enough data

Calendar Sync

Not enough data

Not enough data

Drag & Drop

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Show 2 feature categories with incomplete data

Collaboration & Productivity[Hide 45 FeaturesShow 45 Features](javascript:void(0);)

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

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

Team Collaboration[Hide 51 FeaturesShow 51 Features](javascript:void(0);)

Not enough data

Not enough data

Communication

Status Updates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Instant Messaging

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Feed

Not enough data

Not enough data

Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Comments and Voting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Discussions

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Directory

Not enough data

Not enough data

Online Status of Coworkers

Not enough data

Not enough data

Content Management

File Sharing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Collaboration

Not enough data

Not enough data

Version Control

Not enough data

Not enough data

Tagging

Not enough data

Not enough data

Knowledge Base

Not enough data

Not enough data

Surveys

Not enough data

Not enough data

Productivity Tools

Task Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Calendar

Not enough data

Not enough data

Search

Not enough data

Not enough data

Mobile

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multi-Language Support

Not enough data

Not enough data

Calendar Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Project Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Content Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Workflow Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Email Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Contact Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

File Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Meeting Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Administration

Moderation

Not enough data

Not enough data

User, Role, and Access Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Performance and Reliability

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

@mentions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Commenting/Notes

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reminders

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Branding

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Surveys & Feedback

Not enough data

Not enough data

Progress Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Single Sign On

Not enough data

Not enough data

Discussions/Forums

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Audio Calls

Not enough data

Not enough data

Search/Filter

Not enough data

Not enough data

Calendar Sync

Not enough data

Not enough data

Drag & Drop

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Insights

Reviewers' Company Size

[![DEON](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/cd48d8562a3ecc506babd545e6593b60/deon.svg "DEON")](https://www.g2.com/products/deon/reviews)

DEON

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

67.7%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

22.6%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

9.7%

[![Microsoft Whiteboard](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_922c72685a41fb6759b93880e18a96da/96b2b9a3-a176-4ee4-bf34-b6a3c5f9d9d7.png "Microsoft Whiteboard")](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-whiteboard/reviews)

Microsoft Whiteboard

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

32.7%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

38.8%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

28.6%

Small-Business

(50 or fewer emp.)

67.7%

32.7%

Mid-Market

(51-1000 emp.)

22.6%

38.8%

Enterprise

(\> 1000 emp.)

9.7%

28.6%

Reviewers' Industry

[![DEON](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/cd48d8562a3ecc506babd545e6593b60/deon.svg "DEON")](https://www.g2.com/products/deon/reviews)
DEON

Management Consulting

25.8%

Automotive

25.8%

Professional Training & Coaching

9.7%

Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing

6.5%

Real Estate

3.2%

Other

29.0%

[![Microsoft Whiteboard](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_922c72685a41fb6759b93880e18a96da/96b2b9a3-a176-4ee4-bf34-b6a3c5f9d9d7.png "Microsoft Whiteboard")](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-whiteboard/reviews)
Microsoft Whiteboard

Information Technology and Services

18.4%

Education Management

8.2%

Real Estate

6.1%

Oil & Energy

6.1%

Computer Software

6.1%

Other

55.1%

FAQs

## DEON vs Microsoft Whiteboard FAQs

Generated using AI

Last updated: August 16, 2026

### What is the difference between DEON vs Microsoft Whiteboard?

DEON stands out for its higher reviewer satisfaction and support quality compared to Microsoft Whiteboard.

| [DEON](https://www.g2.com/products/deon/reviews) | [Microsoft Whiteboard](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-whiteboard/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| 4.6/5 (32 reviews) | 4.0/5 (52 reviews) |
| Mid-Market | Small-Business |
| 9.1 | 9.0 |
| 9.4 | 7.4 |
| Intuitive design and strong SharePoint integration | Easy integration with Microsoft 365 and Teams |

### How do the pricing models of DEON and Microsoft Whiteboard compare?

DEON is rated higher for value satisfaction than Microsoft Whiteboard, as reflected in reviewer scores.

- **DEON:** Reviewers note DEON is not cheaper but also not more expensive than other tools, with satisfaction driven by its feature set and integration capabilities.
- **Microsoft Whiteboard:** Reviewers appreciate that it is included with Microsoft 365 subscriptions, making it a cost-effective option for those already in the Microsoft ecosystem.
- **Switching reasons:** DEON is chosen over Miro and Mural for its advanced visual communication features and integration with SharePoint, especially for organizations prioritizing data residency and complex content management.

### What are the best alternatives to DEON and Microsoft Whiteboard?

The top three alternatives to DEON and Microsoft Whiteboard are Miro, Mural, and Lucid Visual Collaboration Suite.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [DEON](https://www.g2.com/products/deon/reviews) | 4.6/5 (32 reviews) | Mid-Market | Not cheaper, not more expensive than other tools | Intuitive design and strong SharePoint integration |
| [Microsoft Whiteboard](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-whiteboard/reviews) | 4.0/5 (52 reviews) | Small-Business | Included with Microsoft 365 subscriptions | Easy integration with Microsoft 365 and Teams |
| [Miro](https://www.g2.com/products/miro/reviews) | 4.6/5 (13,509 reviews) | Small-Business | — | Comprehensive collaboration features and robust integrations |
| [Mural](https://www.g2.com/products/mural/reviews) | 4.6/5 (1,473 reviews) | Enterprise | — | Advanced facilitation tools for workshops and brainstorming |
| [Lucid Visual Collaboration Suite](https://www.g2.com/products/lucid-software-inc-lucid-visual-collaboration-suite/reviews) | 4.5/5 (8,829 reviews) | Small-Business | — | Powerful diagramming and visual planning capabilities |

### Which Visual Collaboration Platforms features should I prioritize when comparing DEON and Microsoft Whiteboard?

Buyers comparing DEON and Microsoft Whiteboard should prioritize collaboration features, integration capabilities, support quality, ease of setup, and template availability.

- **Collaboration features:** DEON (Meets Requirements 8.7), Microsoft Whiteboard (Meets Requirements 7.6)
- **Integration capabilities:** Microsoft Whiteboard is frequently cited for integrations (2 all-time mentions), while DEON is praised for SharePoint integration in recent reviews.
- **Support quality:** DEON (Quality of Support 9.4), Microsoft Whiteboard (Quality of Support 7.4)
- **Ease of setup:** DEON (Ease of Setup 9.1), Microsoft Whiteboard (Ease of Setup 9.0)
- **Templates:** Microsoft Whiteboard (Templates mentioned in reviews), DEON (template library praised in recent reviews)

### What are the pros and cons of DEON vs Microsoft Whiteboard?

DEON's headline strength is its intuitive design and SharePoint integration, while Microsoft Whiteboard is favored for its easy integration with Microsoft 365 and Teams.

- **DEON strengths:** Intuitive user interface, strong SharePoint integration, easy onboarding, and robust collaboration features for complex content.
- **DEON trade-offs:** Loading times can be long with large workspaces, limited Mac and iOS support, and annual licensing model noted as less flexible.
- **Microsoft Whiteboard strengths:** Easy integration with Microsoft 365 and Teams (2 all-time mentions), user-friendly interface, and included with Microsoft 365 subscriptions.
- **Microsoft Whiteboard trade-offs:** Limited features (2 all-time mentions), basic diagramming and customization, and integration issues noted in reviews.

### Is DEON or Microsoft Whiteboard better for small businesses?

Microsoft Whiteboard is a better fit for small businesses, as its largest reviewer segment is Small-Business and reviewers highlight its ease of use and integration with Microsoft 365.

- **DEON:** Largest segment is Mid-Market; reviewers note its suitability for organizations needing advanced collaboration and data residency.
- **Microsoft Whiteboard:** Largest segment is Small-Business; reviewers consistently highlight its accessibility, ease of use, and value for teams already using Microsoft products.

### Which Visual Collaboration Platforms platform has better integrations?

Microsoft Whiteboard is favored for integrations, with reviewers citing its easy integration with Microsoft 365 and Teams.

- **DEON:** Reviewers highlight SharePoint integration as a key strength, especially for document management and collaboration.
- **Microsoft Whiteboard:** Integrations with Microsoft 365 and Teams are cited in 2 all-time mentions, with additional praise for its compatibility with OneNote and SharePoint in recent reviews.

### How do DEON and Microsoft Whiteboard compare on customer support?

DEON outperforms Microsoft Whiteboard on Quality of Support by a margin greater than 2 points (9.4 vs 7.4).

- **DEON:** Reviewers consistently praise DEON's support team for responsiveness, helpfulness, and proactive troubleshooting, with multiple mentions of personalized assistance.
- **Microsoft Whiteboard:** Support experiences are mixed, with some reviewers noting adequate help but others citing slow or limited support, reflected in its lower support score.

### Which is easier to implement, DEON or Microsoft Whiteboard?

DEON and Microsoft Whiteboard score within a tenth of a point on Ease of Setup, indicating near parity (9.1 vs 9.0).

- **DEON:** Reviewers describe DEON as very easy to implement, with minimal training required and quick onboarding for new users.
- **Microsoft Whiteboard:** Reviewers highlight its straightforward setup, especially for teams already using Microsoft 365, and note that it is easy to launch and use in meetings.

### Which product has better Templates?

Microsoft Whiteboard is more frequently cited for Templates, with reviewers mentioning its built-in templates and template selection.

- **DEON:** Reviewers praise the template library and the ability to create and share templates, but note that template options are less extensive than competitors.
- **Microsoft Whiteboard:** Templates are mentioned in reviews and highlighted as a strength, with built-in templates available for project planning and education use cases.

Alternatives

**DEON Alternatives**

 ![Miro](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/f43d71a5c7b1abb1b7d3dfc8d3668f9b/miro.svg "Miro")

[
Miro
](/products/miro/reviews)

 ![Mural](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/cd5feac1eada8186ed09d1aa7aed7d8e/mural.svg "Mural")

[
Mural
](/products/mural/reviews)

 ![Lucid Visual Collaboration Suite](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/e02e4d0701c1bc00190c146b8d01e31b/lucid-software-inc-lucid-visual-collaboration-suite.svg "Lucid Visual Collaboration Suite")

[
Lucid Visual Collaboration...
](/products/lucid-software-inc-lucid-visual-collaboration-suite/reviews)

 ![Creately](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/a5cbf0fe4b6a6b5bbd8a2214959c8ba9/creately.svg "Creately")

[
Creately
](/products/creately/reviews)

**Microsoft Whiteboard Alternatives**

 ![Miro](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/f43d71a5c7b1abb1b7d3dfc8d3668f9b/miro.svg "Miro")

[
Miro
](/products/miro/reviews)

 ![Mural](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/cd5feac1eada8186ed09d1aa7aed7d8e/mural.svg "Mural")

[
Mural
](/products/mural/reviews)

 ![Padlet](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1ebf87aa45a069cca48bc220d973ea0d/padlet.svg "Padlet")

[
Padlet
](/products/padlet/reviews)

 ![Conceptboard](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/cf84d2368723d39493b48d31227591cb/conceptboard.svg "Conceptboard")

[
Conceptboard
](/products/conceptboard/reviews)

## DEON vs Microsoft Whiteboard

- Reviewers felt that DEON meets the needs of their business better than Microsoft Whiteboard.
- When comparing quality of ongoing product support, reviewers felt that DEON is the preferred option.
- For feature updates and roadmaps, our reviewers preferred the direction of DEON over Microsoft Whiteboard.