--- description: Get detailed information about Microsoft Publisher usability, features, price, benefits and disadvantages from verified user experiences. Read reviews and discover similar tools on Capterra Israel. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: Microsoft Publisher Price, Reviews & Ratings - Capterra Israel 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Content Management System (CMS) Software](/directory/10007/content-management/software) > [Microsoft Publisher](/software/1015710/microsoft-publisher) # Microsoft Publisher Canonical: https://www.capterra.co.il/software/1015710/microsoft-publisher Page: 1 / 11\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.il/software/1015710/microsoft-publisher?page=2) > Microsoft Publisher is a desktop publishing solution designed to help businesses generate layouts, manage content and add images. > > Verdict: Rated **4.4/5** by 241 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.4/5** | 241 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support Software | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Microsoft - **Location**: Redmond, US - **Founded**: 1975 ## Commercial Context - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United States ## Features - Content Publishing Options - Document Capture - Document Management Software - Document Storage - Full Text Search ## Integrations (2 total) - Microsoft PowerPoint - Microsoft Word ## Category - [Content Management System (CMS) Software](https://www.capterra.co.il/directory/10007/content-management/software) ## Related Categories - [Content Management System (CMS) Software](https://www.capterra.co.il/directory/10007/content-management/software) - [Document Management Software](https://www.capterra.co.il/directory/30063/document-management/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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The interface is quite intuitive and microsoft has resources to help navigate it successfully all built in\! > > **Cons**: Sadly it will be retired in October 2026 so we will have to look to transition to something else. With regards to the specific product, it doesn't work so well on for web-ready content or more advanced vectr image creation etc... but we don't really need it in the current setting. You may have to upgrade if you need something cutting edge. > > A really steady option in the microsoft suite for a range of marketing materials, easily adopted for small marketing teams ----- ### "Publisher performance" — 4.0/5 > **Antoine** | *3 August 2025* | Airlines/Aviation | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: You can be very creative in this tool, this is a lot more open than word for example, a perfect tool for a CV creation with a lot of different features. > > **Cons**: This tool is not easy to handle, you need to know a lot about it before starting to do really powerfull things. > > It stays in a basic manner but I really liked working with it, the only thing is that this becomes dificult to translate in any other tool. ----- ### "Easy-to-Use Desktop Publishing Software" — 4.0/5 > **Jonathan** | *23 July 2026* | Insurance Software | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: What I liked most about Microsoft Publisher was how easy it is to create professional-looking documents without needing advanced graphic design skills. The built-in templates, drag-and-drop layout tools, and familiar Microsoft interface make it simple to design flyers, brochures, newsletters, and other marketing materials. It offers a good balance of features and ease of use, especially for small businesses and everyday publishing needs. > > **Cons**: What I liked least about Microsoft Publisher was that it feels a little outdated compared to newer design software. While it handles basic publishing tasks well, it doesn't have as many advanced design features or collaboration tools as some modern alternatives. It can also slow down a bit when working with larger or more graphics-heavy projects. > > Overall, my experience with Microsoft Publisher has been very positive. It's an easy-to-use desktop publishing tool that works well for creating flyers, brochures, newsletters, business cards, and other marketing materials. The interface is familiar, especially if you already use other Microsoft Office apps, and the templates help save a lot of time. While it doesn't offer all the advanced features of professional design software, it provides great value and is more than capable for most everyday publishing projects. ----- ### "Not for Mac" — 3.0/5 > **Anthony** | *20 October 2025* | Religious Institutions | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: Publisher is laid out very similar to Word, so if you are competent in one, you will enjoy the experience in the other. There are many templates for anything you desire to print, so it is easy to find just the right size for the job at hand. > > **Cons**: I recently switched to a Mac environment. Publisher did not make the switch with me. It also is not overly easy to collaborate with others. Cloud-based sharing has made improvements, but things still get lost in translation when sharing between users. > > Publisher was my go-to software for our all our church printing needs for over 10 years. Most of the time, it got the job done, but older files where not always compatible with new updates. ----- ### "Simple to Use" — 4.0/5 > **Kaitlyn** | *26 March 2026* | Nonprofit Organization Management | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: I liked how easy it is to create polished flyers, newsletters, and event materials without advanced design skills. The drag-and-drop layout, built-in templates, and simple text/image formatting make it quick to produce professional-looking documents. It’s especially useful for small organizations because it’s straightforward, familiar to anyone using Microsoft Office tools, and great for print-ready layouts. > > **Cons**: It feels outdated compared to newer design tools, with limited advanced layout and typography options. Collaboration is difficult since files don’t work as smoothly across teams, and compatibility can be an issue when sharing with people who don’t have the software. It’s also not ideal for digital-first design, and exporting for web or social media requires extra steps. > > Overall, my experience has been positive. It’s a reliable, easy-to-use tool for creating flyers, newsletters, invitations, and other print materials quickly. While it lacks some modern design features and collaboration tools, it’s efficient for straightforward projects and works well for organizations that need clean, professional layouts without a steep learning curve. ----- Page: 1 / 11\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.il/software/1015710/microsoft-publisher?page=2) ## Links - [View on Capterra](https://www.capterra.co.il/software/1015710/microsoft-publisher) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | de-CH | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-IL | | | en-IN | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-AR | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-CR | | | es-DO | | | es-EC | | | es-MX | | | es-PA | | | es-PE | | ----- ## Structured Data