Google Charts vs NVD3 : Which is Better?

Google Charts icon

Google Charts

Google Charts is an interactive Web service that creates graphical charts from user-supplied information. Developed by Google

License: Free

Categories: Development

Apps available for Online

VS
VS
NVD3 icon

NVD3

NVD3 re-usable charts for d3.js. Developed by Novus Partners, Inc.

License: Open Source

Categories: Development

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux

Google Charts VS NVD3

Google Charts is best suited for users who need a simple and quick-to-implement solution with a wide variety of charts and easy integration with Google services. NVD3, on the other hand, offers advanced customization and is built on D3.js, making it ideal for developers looking for sophisticated visualizations and greater control over their charting solutions.

Google Charts

Pros:

  • Wide range of chart types
  • Easy to use and implement
  • Strong documentation
  • Highly customizable
  • Good performance with large datasets
  • Responsive design
  • Integration with Google products
  • Cross-browser compatibility
  • Rich interactivity features
  • Flexible API

Cons:

  • Limited advanced visualizations compared to NVD3
  • Dependency on Google services
  • Less control over backend data
  • Limited export options
  • Theming options are somewhat basic

NVD3

Pros:

  • Built on D3.js, allowing for advanced visualizations
  • Good performance
  • Supports a range of chart types
  • Highly customizable
  • Good community support
  • Responsive design
  • Export options available
  • Easy to integrate with other libraries
  • Cross-browser compatibility
  • Animation effects available

Cons:

  • Steeper learning curve than Google Charts
  • Requires understanding of D3.js
  • Less documentation than Google Charts
  • Limited support for older browsers
  • Not as beginner-friendly

Compare Google Charts

vs
Compare AnyChart and Google Charts and decide which is most suitable for you.
vs
Compare CanvasJS Charts and Google Charts and decide which is most suitable for you.
vs
Compare ChartURL and Google Charts and decide which is most suitable for you.
vs
Compare D3.js and Google Charts and decide which is most suitable for you.
vs
Compare FusionCharts Suite XT and Google Charts and decide which is most suitable for you.
vs
Compare Highcharts and Google Charts and decide which is most suitable for you.
vs
Compare Image Charts and Google Charts and decide which is most suitable for you.
vs
Compare Plotly and Google Charts and decide which is most suitable for you.
vs
Compare Raphaël and Google Charts and decide which is most suitable for you.
vs
Compare RAWGraphs and Google Charts and decide which is most suitable for you.
vs
Compare Statpedia and Google Charts and decide which is most suitable for you.
vs
Compare Tableau and Google Charts and decide which is most suitable for you.