Data-Visualization

amCharts

Advanced charting library for JavaScript and TypeScript applications.

Status
Generally available
Last checked
Checked · Oct 5, 2026
License
Proprietary
Pricing
Paid · from $180
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What it is

amCharts is a comprehensive charting library designed for JavaScript and TypeScript applications. It offers a wide range of chart types, including line, bar, pie, and more complex visualizations like maps and stock charts. The library is built with SVG, ensuring high-quality rendering across devices. amCharts is known for its extensive customization options and ease of integration into web applications. Despite its capabilities, it requires a commercial license for most use cases, which may not be suitable for all developers.

Comprehensive charting options with high customization and SVG rendering.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

A good fit for

  • Developers needing a wide variety of chart types

    amCharts offers a comprehensive selection of chart types, suitable for diverse data visualization needs.

  • Projects requiring high-quality, interactive charts

    The SVG-based rendering ensures crisp and interactive visualizations.

Look elsewhere if

  • Open-source projects with no budget for licensing

    The commercial license requirement may not be feasible for budget-constrained projects.

  • Developers seeking active community support

    Limited contributions and updates may not provide the community engagement some developers seek.

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

  1. 01

    Commercial license required

    License information available on the amCharts website.

  2. 02

    Limited open-source contributions

    Only 6 contributors on GitHub.

  3. 03

    No recent updates

    Last commit was in March 2026.

What it does well

  • Wide range of chart types

    Supports line, bar, pie, maps, and stock charts.

  • High-quality rendering

    Built with SVG, ensuring crisp visuals on all devices.

  • Extensive customization options

    Offers numerous configuration settings for styling and behavior.

  • TypeScript support

    Written in TypeScript, providing type safety and better integration with modern JavaScript frameworks.

Pricing

Free tier
No
Paid from
$180
Model
Flat rate
Enterprise plan
Yes

Pricing last confirmed Sep 27, 2026.

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