The 8 Best Slideshow Apps of 2024

Make better, more engaging slideshows with Google Photos, PowerPoint, and other apps for Android and iOS

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    Slideshows are fun to watch, so why not use an app that makes it easy to create your own? Here are the best Android and iOS apps to make better slideshows.

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    Best Fast and Easy Photo Slideshows: Google Photos

    What We Like

    • Add photos and videos to a slideshow.

    • Add music to slideshows.

    • Add multiple instances of the same photo.

    What We Don't Like

    • Automatically adds music to the entire slideshow.

    • Can't add animations or special effects.

    • Can be challenging to find and select photos.

    When you want to make a simple slideshow that showcases pictures stored on your Android or iOS device, use Google Photos. It creates simple movies that contain photos, videos, and music. There aren't any extra bells and whistles, so you can't add animations or other special effects.

    It's easy to create a slideshow in Google Photos. All you do is organize the images into an album and then create an MP4 movie. Before you finalize the movie, you can change how long each image appears, move them around, and add additional pictures. You can also add music that plays during the entire length of the movie. Google Photos includes a long list of theme music to fit every mood.

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    Best for Real-Time Collaboration: Microsoft PowerPoint

    What We Like

    • Add special effects and animations to slideshows.

    • Create a slideshow with your family and friends.

    • Basic features are available with a free Microsoft account.

    What We Don't Like

    • Requires a Microsoft 365 subscription to access all features.

    • May not play voiceover or audio during a slideshow.

    • Save and share slideshows as PPTX files only.

    If you use PowerPoint on your desktop or laptop PC, you find the same familiar look and feel in the PowerPoint mobile apps. You also find a basic set of presentation tools, including slide layouts, themes, audio, slide transitions, and animations.

    When you save your slideshows to OneDrive, you can start one on your mobile device and then finish it on your PC. Plus, when your files are stored in the cloud, you can collaborate with family, friends, and co-workers via the PowerPoint co-authoring feature.

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    Best for Long Slideshows: PicPlayPost

    What We Like

    • Create 30-minute slideshows.

    • Record in 1080P and 4K HD.

    • Build live video wallpapers.

    • Includes its own music library.

    What We Don't Like

    • Isn't intuitive and may be difficult for novice users.

    • Ads may get in the way.

    • Slow to import items.

    • Imported videos can't exceed five minutes.

    • Must pay if you want to remove the watermark.

    PicPlayPost is a slideshow maker and video editor. After selecting your photos, add text and stickers, apply a slide transition, and choose background music. Then, use the video editing tools to trim the slideshow video and change the layout aspect.

    When your slideshow is complete, PicPlayPost includes options to share it to your phone gallery, Facebook, Gmail, YouTube, Messenger, and Google Photos,

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    Best for Social Media Posts: MoShow

    What We Like

    • Creates GIFs and looping videos.

    • Great selection of templates.

    • Good for beginners.

    What We Don't Like

    • The free version limits the length.

    • Not many music options.

    • Paid add-ons can be expensive.

    MoShow is a slideshow maker, photo editor, and video editor. It turns your photos into movies that can grab people's attention on your social media channels. You can easily share your slideshow video on Instagram, Facebook, and other social media sites.

    MoShow contains all the tools you need to create a slideshow with minimal effort. Choose your photos, select a style, and preview the results. It includes dozens of styles. It also has an extensive collection of effects, slide transitions, text overlays, and cinematic glitch effects. 

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    Best for HD Video Recording: Vizmato

    What We Like

    • Convert photo slideshows into GIFs.

    • Includes cool visual video effects.

    • Exports 1080p video.

    What We Don't Like

    • Requires in-app purchases for many features.

    • Slideshows are limited to 15 photos.

    • The editing process isn’t intuitive.

    • Doesn't work on some newer Android devices.

    To make a slideshow in Vizmato, select the photos you want to display, add a theme and music, and your video slideshow is ready. The app includes a music library, video editor, audio effects that change your voice, and social sharing tools.

    Vizmato also contains an HD video and GIF recorder. You can record videos on your mobile device and then use it to adjust the pace and add filters. Your video can be saved as a GIF or as a looped video.

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    Best Photo Editor: Vimory

    What We Like

    • A large selection of templates and filters.

    • Tools to edit and enhance photos.

    • Built-in slide transitions, effects, and frames.

    • It's easy to share slideshows on social media.

    What We Don't Like

    • Slideshows are limited to 30 photos.

    • Photos sometimes pixelate on the video.

    • Many templates and effects are only available as premium content.

    If you don't have graphic design skills, Vimory includes an assortment of templates to give you a quick start on a stunning slideshow. If you want to create your own look, use it to enhance your photos with effects, frames, and music. Then, add slide transitions to give your project a few groovy moves. When you're finished, Vimory turns your images into a looping video slideshow.

    Vimory contains sharing tools, so posting your slideshows to Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other sites is straightforward. You can also use the app to send your slideshow through Messenger, Snapchat, Hangouts, and other chat apps.

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    Best Simple Video Editor: Videoshop

    What We Like

    • A massive selection of sound effects.

    • A good introduction to professional video editing.

    • Easy to use and has basic layouts.

    • One-time payment option for full access.

    What We Don't Like

    • A limited number of transitions.

    • The preview tools are lacking in some effects.

    • The pro version can be expensive.

    Videoshop is primarily a video editor, but you can also import photos and create and edit slideshows. It contains all the features expected in any video editor, including sound effects, text, filters, and transitions. It has controls that trim, adjust the color, stop the motion, rescale the size, and reverse the video.

    When you're ready to share your slideshow, Videoshop makes it easy to share with a dozen popular social media sites, including Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

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    Best Companion Mobile App: Movavi Clips

    What We Like

    • Plays a short tutorial when you first open the app.

    • Royalty free music can be uploaded to Facebook and Instagram.

    • Exports HD quality video.

    What We Don't Like

    • Must pay a separate fee, even if you own the desktop version.

    • Can't save a slideshow project as a draft and continue later.

    • Can't apply filters to all clips at once.

    • Poor performance; crashes often.

    Movavi Clips is an advanced video editor that also makes eye-catching photo slideshows. It has all the necessary tools, including cropping, filters, transitions, stickers, and royalty-free music and sounds. You can also trim your slideshows with the video timeline and merge multiple slideshows into one video.

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