Deckyard
6.8#62 in presentation softwareFree planFree planWebAPISelf-hosted
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Microsoft PowerPoint
9.1#2 in presentation softwareFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebmacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Deckyard | Microsoft PowerPoint |
|---|---|---|
| AI assistance | Yes | Copilot can edit, rewrite, reorganize, and add slides; Speaker Coach provides AI-driven feedback. |
| Collaboration | Decks support per-person view, comment or edit permissions, slide comments, simultaneous editing and version history. | Users can share presentations and work together in real time, with comments and @mentions. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | Deckyard offers an MCP server and an embed SDK, while its homepage says connections to other applications still need to be built and tested. | Microsoft 365 plans bundle PowerPoint with apps including Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote, OneDrive, and Teams. |
| Offline access | Yes | Office apps can be used without an internet connection when fully installed on a computer. |
| Purpose | Deckyard is open-source presentation software with a visual editor for organisations. | PowerPoint helps users create polished presentations using design and collaboration tools. |
| Real-time collaboration | Yes | Users can share presentations and work together in real time without a subscription. |
| Supported platforms | web,self-hosted,API | Microsoft 365 is compatible with PC, Mac, Android, and iOS; PowerPoint also has a web version. |
Deckyard plans
- Self-hostedFree
- Managed hostingPriced on request
Microsoft PowerPoint plans
- Microsoft PowerPointFree
- Microsoft 365 Business Basic$7
- Microsoft 365 Personal$9.99 a month
- Microsoft 365 Family$12.99 a month
- Microsoft 365 Premium$19.99 a month
- Microsoft 365 Business Standard with Copilot$23.50
Pick Deckyard if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Microsoft PowerPoint if…
PowerPoint suits people creating presentations who want web, desktop, or mobile access and collaboration tools. Those who want AI feedback or larger cloud storage can consider Microsoft 365 plans.