Comparison

Chart Maker vs VIA

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Chart Maker

Features
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Transform your data into professional charts in seconds! Chart Maker is the ultimate data visualization tool, now supercharged with cutting-edge AI technology. Whether you're a student, researcher, or business professional, you can visualize complex data beautifully without any learning curve. REVOLUTIONARY AI IMAGE-TO-CHART Forget manual data entry! Simply take a photo of any printed chart—from textbooks or reports—and our AI will instantly convert it into a fully editable digital graph. 10+ PROFESSIONAL CHART TYPES Bar & Stacked Bar Charts: Compare categories effortlessly. Line & Area Charts: Visualize trends and cumulative totals. Pie & Doughnut Charts: Show proportions at a glance. Advanced Plots: Scatter, Radar, Polar Area, and Bubble charts. KEY FEATURES Intuitive Editor: Simple drag-and-drop interface. Customization: Full control over colors, fonts, and styles. High-Res Export: Ready for presentations or social media. Works Offline: Create and edit anywhere, anytime. PREMIUM ADVANTAGE Unlock the AI Image-to-Chart feature, unlimited exports, and an ad-free experience. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

VIA

Easily create and customize various chart types like line, pie, and bar graphs. This app offers a streamlined interface for quick data visualization, perfect for students, analysis, and presentations.

Highlights
  • Effortless graph creation
  • Multiple chart types (line, pie, bar)
  • Real-time editing and updates
  • Customizable axes, labels, and colors
  • Preview before saving/sharing
  • Easy graph updates and removal
Features
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VIA is a chart maker and graph builder for iPhone and iPad. Enter your numbers, choose a chart type, customize colors and labels, then export a clear visual as PNG, JPEG, or PDF — without spreadsheets or complicated design tools. Need a line or area chart for a report, a pie or donut chart for class, a bar chart for a presentation, a scatter chart for correlations, a radar chart for multi-variable comparison, or a Gantt chart for project planning? VIA gives you a fast data visualization workflow on mobile. CHART TYPES • Line and area charts — trends over time • Bar, horizontal bar, and stacked bar charts — comparisons • Pie and donut charts — proportions • Radar (spider) charts — multi-variable data • Scatter charts — correlations • Gantt charts — timelines and schedules Enter titles and values, and the graph updates as you type. Switch chart types anytime to find the best visualization for your data. HOW TO MAKE A CHART Create a new chart Enter your data (titles, values; dates for Gantt) Pick a chart type Customize colors, title, legend, values, and grid Preview fullscreen, then export or share DESIGN CONTROLS • Clean editor built for iPhone and iPad • Custom colors for points, series, and labels • Toggle legend, values, and grid on or off • Edit titles and values with live preview • Fullscreen view before you export • Presentation-ready visuals for slides and reports EXPORT AND SHARE • Export as PNG, JPEG, or PDF • Save to Photos • Share via the iOS share sheet to Messages, Mail, Notes, Files, and other apps on your device • Choose export size for presentations, schoolwork, or posts • Re-open a chart later, update data, and export again ORGANIZE YOUR PROJECTS • Keep all charts and graphs in one list • Search saved charts quickly • Update or delete projects anytime • Revisit past visuals when you need the same format with new numbers WHO IT IS FOR • Students and teachers — homework, class projects, lesson visuals • Professionals — reports, meeting slides, status updates • Project managers — Gantt timelines and schedules • Marketers, freelancers, and researchers — simple analytics and experiment charts • Anyone who needs a fast chart maker or graph creator on iPhone or iPad WHY VIA Many chart apps are either too limited or overloaded with menus. VIA focuses on one job: turn numbers into a clear chart, customize it, and export it. A practical alternative to building charts only in spreadsheets or heavy design tools. Enter data. Pick a type. Customize. Export. Chart building and graph making, simplified for iPhone and iPad. FAQ Q: What chart types does VIA support? A: Line, area, bar, horizontal bar, stacked bar, pie, donut, radar (spider), scatter, and Gantt. Q: Can I export charts as PDF or images? A: Yes. Export as PNG, JPEG, or PDF. Save to Photos, or share through the iOS share sheet. Q: Do I need Excel, Numbers, or Google Sheets? A: No. Enter data directly in VIA. No spreadsheet skills or desktop software required. Q: Does the chart update while I edit? A: Yes. Change values, colors, title, legend, grid, or chart type and see the graph update in real time. Q: Can I make Gantt charts on my phone? A: Yes. Add tasks with start and end dates to build timelines and project schedules on iPhone or iPad. Q: Is VIA available on both iPhone and iPad? A: Yes. VIA is built for iPhone and iPad, so you can create and export charts on either device. Q: Can I reuse a saved chart with new data? A: Yes. Open a saved chart from your list, update the numbers, and export again whenever you need. Q: How do I share a chart with someone else? A: Export or use the share sheet to send your chart through Messages, Mail, Notes, Files, or other apps on your device. Download VIA and turn your numbers into clear charts and graphs in seconds. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://emilsvetlichnyy.github.io/chartBuilderPrivacy/

Screenshots

Chart Maker4 screens
VIA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Chart Maker at 13.0 against VIA's 18.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Chart Maker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and VIA sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Chart Maker versus VIA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChart MakerVIA
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCodeCrossEmil Svetlichnyy

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Chart Maker

Subscriptions3
  • Charts Maker Weekly Access$2.997 Days
  • Charts Maker Monthly Access$4.991 Month
  • Charts Maker Yearly Access$29.991 Year
2 purchases

VIA

Subscriptions2
  • VIA Weekly$4.997 Days
  • VIA Yearly$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Chart Maker free?
Chart Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VIA free?
VIA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Chart Maker or VIA have ads?
Neither Chart Maker nor VIA shows ads.

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