Overview
ChartHopper is a newer org-chart option with limited publicly available detail compared with larger incumbents. Positioning and feature sets may change quickly.
OrgCanvas is a modern org chart maker with drag-and-drop editing, smart CSV import, advanced auto-layout, dotted-line relationships, and export to PNG, PDF, and PowerPoint. Free for up to 25 people, with unlimited Pro at $49/year.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | OrgCanvas | ChartHopper |
|---|---|---|
| Drag-and-drop editing | ✓ | ✓ |
| CSV / Excel import | ✓ Auto-detects columns | ~ Basic CSV only |
| Auto-layout engine | ✓ Advanced proprietary engine | ~ Basic |
| Dotted-line relationships | ✓ | ✗ |
| Export to PDF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Export to PowerPoint | ✓ | ✗ |
| Export to PNG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shareable live link | ✓ | ✓ |
| Department color-coding | ✓ | ✓ |
| Photo support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free tier | ✓ Up to 25 people | ~ Check current offering |
| Pricing | $49/year flat | Varies (check current pricing) |
Where ChartHopper Does Well
- Simplicity. ChartHopper keeps things simple. If you need a basic tree-style org chart without advanced features, it's straightforward to use.
- Quick setup. You can create a basic chart quickly without a learning curve.
- Clean interface. The UI is uncluttered and easy to navigate for basic charting tasks.
Where OrgCanvas Stands Out
- Dotted-line and matrix relationships. Real organizations have complex reporting lines. OrgCanvas handles dotted-line relationships natively — essential for companies with cross-functional teams, project-based work, or any structure beyond a simple tree.
- Smart CSV import. OrgCanvas auto-detects columns from your spreadsheet (Name, Title, Manager, Department, etc.) and builds the hierarchy automatically. No manual column mapping needed in most cases.
- Advanced auto-layout. Our proprietary layout engine handles charts with hundreds of nodes, automatically preventing overlaps and creating clean, readable hierarchies.
- PowerPoint export. Export directly to editable PowerPoint slides for board presentations and executive decks.
- Generous free tier. 25 people free, permanently. Not a 14-day trial — a real free plan.
- Flat pricing. $49/year for unlimited team members. No per-person charges.
The Verdict
ChartHopper is fine for very basic org charts. But if you need dotted lines, PowerPoint export, smart CSV import, or a layout engine that handles more than a few dozen people cleanly, OrgCanvas is the more capable tool at a competitive price. The free tier alone (25 people, no time limit) makes it worth trying.