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Cyfe vs PathVisio

Both stand on data visualization software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Cyfe

Free plan Web

Choose Cyfe if you want to bring data from multiple services into shareable dashboards, with a free plan that does not expire. Look at a paid tier if you need more than two dashboards, more than one user, or the paid dashboard features such as unlimited history and custom branding.

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PathVisio

Free plan LinuxMacWindows

PathVisio provides cross-platform pathway drawing and analysis with broad dataset and plugin support at no cost. Users should account for its drawing-based model, Java 8 requirement, and current WikiPathways upload issue.

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The facts

CyfePathVisio
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onWebLinux, Mac, Windows
Lowest paid planStarter: $29 a monthFree or on request
Plans published61
MakerNot publishedPathVisio
Websitecyfe.compathvisio.org
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Cyfe: what it does well

  • Combines more than 100 integrations and over 250 metrics.
  • Supports real-time dashboards and scheduled refreshes.
  • Reports can be emailed or downloaded in four formats.
  • Metric alerts can arrive by email or SMS.
  • Dashboards can be embedded or shared as live links.

What to know first

  • The free plan is limited to two dashboards and one user.
  • Free plan history is limited to 30 days.
  • The Starter plan allows two dashboards and one user.

PathVisio: what it does well

  • Free open-source desktop software
  • Runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows
  • Supports several common microarray types
  • Plugin repository extends Java application
  • Works offline after installation

What to know first

  • Version 3.x requires Java 8
  • Dynamic pathway layouts are not supported
  • Plugin manager requires an internet connection
  • WikiPathways uploads are currently not working

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