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D3.js vs Data Studio
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.
Free plan Self-hostedWeb
D3.js provides flexible building blocks rather than ready-made chart designs, making it suited to custom visualizations.
Visit D3.js Free plan Web
Choose Data Studio for web-based interactive reporting with free self-service access, broad data connections, and report sharing. Departments needing expanded administration, Google Cloud support, or Customer-Managed Encryption Keys should consider Pro and its per-user, per-project subscription cost.
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| D3.js | Data Studio | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Self-hosted, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Data Studio Pro: $9 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | d3js.org | datastudio.google.com |
| On data visualization software | #27 of 98 | #23 of 98 |
D3.js: what it does well
- Free and open source.
- 30 modules can be used independently.
- Works with SVG and Canvas.
- Supports CSV and JSON data.
- Can be downloaded for offline use.
What to know first
- Has no built-in chart abstraction or default presentation.
- A basic chart may require a few dozen code lines.
- DSV parsing requires `unsafe-eval` in the CSP directive.
Data Studio: what it does well
- Self-service visualizations and reports are available at no charge.
- Connects directly to more than 1,400 data sources.
- Offers over 1,300 Community Connectors.
- Reports support sharing and real-time collaboration.
- Reports can be embedded in web pages or intranets.
What to know first
- Pro costs $9 per user per project per month.
- Pro pricing varies with subscription length.
- The listed platform is web.
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