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Datawrapper vs Metabase
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 Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+5
Datawrapper provides chart, map, and table creation alongside website embedding and presentation tools. The free plan supports unlimited publishing with attribution; Pro removes it and adds export formats and longer edit history.
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Free plan Open source Self-hosted
Metabase combines data exploration, dashboarding, and sharing, with both self-hosted and cloud deployment options. Review the plan terms and deployment needs to decide whether its setup fits your team.
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| Datawrapper | Metabase | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Self-hosted |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $21 per user a month | See the plans |
| Plans published | 5 | 6 |
| Maker | Datawrapper | Metabase |
| Website | datawrapper.de | metabase.com |
| On data visualization software | #1 of 98 | #2 of 98 |
Datawrapper: what it does well
- Free plan allows unlimited publishing.
- Offers more than 20 chart types.
- Tables support search, sorting, and pagination.
- PowerPoint add-in can create and update visualizations.
- Embeds have no trackers, cookies, or third-party scripts.
What to know first
- Free visualizations retain Datawrapper attribution.
- Pro costs $21 per user per month, excluding VAT.
- Export formats depend on plan.
Metabase: what it does well
- Connects to 20+ databases and data warehouses
- Supports CSV uploads and built-in storage
- Includes embedded dashboards and scheduled reports
- Open-source instance remains usable after cancellation
- Plain-English queries are available
What to know first
- Open-source edition is self-hosted
- Starter is listed at $6 a month
- Paid plans start with a 14-day trial
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