# Microsoft PowerPoint vs Google Docs

Microsoft PowerPoint and Google Docs both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 70% of Google Docs's written reviews are positive against 53% of Microsoft PowerPoint's. Google Docs also leads on ratings volume (3.2M vs 578K) and chart position (#9 vs #29). Microsoft PowerPoint's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Microsoft PowerPoint sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Google Docs sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $199.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Microsoft PowerPoint against 4.8 for Google Docs. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Docs has 3.2M ratings behind it against 578K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 53% of Microsoft PowerPoint's written reviews are positive against 70% of Google Docs's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Microsoft PowerPoint | Google Docs |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (578K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microsoft-powerpoint/id586449534/reviews) | **[4.8 (3.2M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-docs/id842842640/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 578K | **3.2M** |
| Positive reviews | 53.0% of reviews | **69.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | #29 | **#9** |
| Size | 447 MB | 348 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Microsoft Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/298856275) | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) |

## What reviewers say

### Microsoft PowerPoint

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microsoft-powerpoint/id586449534)

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Free · Productivity, #115 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

Create, edit, and present slideshows from anywhere. Access recent files, sync across devices via OneDrive, and collaborate with others in real time. Features AI-powered design ideas and a Presenter Coach for public speaking practice.

**Highlights:** Create and edit presentations, View and present slideshows, Sync across devices with OneDrive, Real-time collaboration, Design ideas and templates, AI-powered Presenter Coach

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Office 365 Personal | $6.99 | per month |
| Office 365 Home | $9.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Personal | $9.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Personal Student | $9.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Family | $12.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Premium Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Microsoft Copilot Pro | $20.00 | per month |
| Office 365 Personal | $69.99 | per year |
| Office 365 Home | $99.99 | per year |
| Microsoft 365 Personal | $99.99 | per year |
| Microsoft 365 Family | $129.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Helpful for school and work
- 🚀 Smooth transitions and animations
- 👍 Wide range of fonts and designs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🔒 Difficult to share and collaborate
- 🔒 Limited functionality compared to desktop version
- 🔋 Slow loading times
- 👎 Requires subscription for full features

**Reported bugs**

- Slides getting corrupted or deleted unexpectedly
- Inability to open or save files in certain locations
- Inconsistent behavior when using Bluetooth keyboard
- Text formatting issues when moving between devices
- Overwriting of recent changes with older versions

**Requested features**

- Ability to select and edit multiple slides at once
- Improved palm rejection and text input with Apple Pencil
- Equation editor for scientific presentations
- Picture-in-picture mode for viewing slides and taking notes
- Seamless integration with other cloud storage services


### Google Docs

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-docs/id842842640)

**Currently charting:** #9 Top Free · Productivity, #58 Top Free (US App Store)

Create, edit, and collaborate on documents online in real time. Work together seamlessly with your team, even offline, and access a variety of file types. AI-powered features can help draft and refine content.

**Highlights:** Real-time collaboration, Offline editing, Template library, Multiple file type support, AI-powered drafting, Commenting and action items

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Google AI Pro (5 TB) | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient and accessible
- 👍 Seamless collaboration
- 🔒 Automatic saving
- 💡 Offline functionality
- 👍 Versatile for various uses

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Laggy performance and input delays
- 👎 Limited formatting and customization options
- 🔍 Difficult to organize and navigate documents
- 👎 Compatibility issues with other platforms

**Reported bugs**

- Unexpected crashes and document loss
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps
- Issues with image insertion and manipulation

**Requested features**

- Improved document organization with folders
- Expanded font and formatting options
- Better integration with Microsoft Office
- Smoother scrolling and navigation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Microsoft PowerPoint free?

Microsoft PowerPoint is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Google Docs free?

Google Docs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Docs?

Google Docs is rated higher. Microsoft PowerPoint averages 4.7 out of 5 from 578K ratings, while Google Docs averages 4.8 from 3.2M ratings.

### Do Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Docs have ads?

Neither Microsoft PowerPoint nor Google Docs shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Docs?

Microsoft PowerPoint ships an update weekly, and Google Docs weekly. Most recently, Microsoft PowerPoint was updated on September 24, 2026 and Google Docs on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Docs?

Microsoft PowerPoint currently peaks at #29 in the App Store charts, and Google Docs at #9. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*