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DeckForge vs Shufflrr
Both stand on presentation management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Self-hostedWeb
DeckForge combines centrally managed slides and brand settings with generation and sharing tools. Its free, self-hosted option has no license fee or seat limits, but requires Node.js 20+ and PostgreSQL 14+.
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Free plan APIiPhoneSelf-hosted+2
Shufflrr brings presentation files, approvals, and access controls into a centralized workflow, with a separate AI presentation offering. Consider the PowerPoint requirement and file download limits alongside the plan and team needs.
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| DeckForge | Shufflrr | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Self-hosted, Web | API, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Shufflrr Cloud: $30 per user a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | deckforge.indianic.in | shufflrr.com |
| On presentation management software | #2 of 24 | #6 of 24 |
DeckForge: what it does well
- AI-generated slides are inserted as editable HTML/CSS.
- The slide library supports search, locking, and publishing controls.
- Workspace brand settings apply to new decks.
- Sharing includes time-bound and password-protected links.
- Self-hosting has no license fee or seat limits.
What to know first
- Self-hosting requires Node.js 20+ and PostgreSQL 14+.
Shufflrr: what it does well
- Cloud includes version control and permissions.
- Free PowerPoint add-in supports up to four users.
- API can reproduce web-interface features.
- AI Blob uses approved internal content only.
- Cloud and AI Blob include a support desk or help desk.
What to know first
- Adding slides requires Office 365 PowerPoint.
- Individual slides cannot be downloaded directly.
- Download availability depends on permissions and file type.
- Shufflrr Cloud costs $30/user/mo.
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