Head-to-head · Data Storytelling Tools
Infogram vs ArcGIS StoryMaps
Infogram leads on 0 checks, ArcGIS StoryMaps on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreInfogram · 9.0/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialonly ArcGIS StoryMaps
- Most featuresArcGIS StoryMaps · 3 of 4
Infogram scores higher on our rubric for data storytelling tools: 9.0 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #4.
Infogram is the better fit for branded interactive reports and infographics. ArcGIS StoryMaps is the better fit for geographic and 3D narrative storytelling.
- Infogram fits best
Branded interactive reports and infographics
- ArcGIS StoryMaps fits best
Geographic and 3D narrative storytelling
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Side by side
| Feature | Infogram 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | ArcGIS StoryMaps 8.9/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 8.9 |
| Ranking | #3 in Data Storytelling Tools | #4 in Data Storytelling Tools |
| Best for | Branded interactive reports and infographics | Geographic and 3D narrative storytelling |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | 21 days |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web | Web |
| Integrations | 9 integrations | 5 integrations |
| Features Infogram 0/4 · ArcGIS StoryMaps 3/4 | ||
| Interactive visualizations | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Narrative annotations | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Presentation flow | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Live data refresh | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Share mode | Not checked yet | Both |
| Data source limit | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Infogram is a web-based platform for creating infographics, charts, maps, dashboards, reports, slides, posters, and other data visualizations. It is suited to individuals, businesses, publishers, marketers, researchers, and teams that need… Read the review → |
ArcGIS StoryMaps is a web-based tool for creating digital stories and briefings with maps, geographic data, multimedia, text, and embedded content. It is designed for teams, educators, communicators, and organizations that need to explain… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Infogram — where it wins
- Creates infographics, charts, maps, dashboards, reports, slides, and posters
- Supports interactive maps, animated charts, tooltips, legends, and embeds
- Offers branding, collaboration, analytics, live connections, and API access
Where it doesn't
- The free plan is limited to 10 projects
- Advanced branding and collaboration require higher-tier plans
- Some export, connector, and privacy features are plan-dependent
ArcGIS StoryMaps — where it wins
- Combines maps, 3D scenes, multimedia, and narrative text
- Supports ArcGIS web maps, web scenes, and Living Atlas content
- Offers sharing, embedding, collections, and audience analytics
Where it doesn't
- Public accounts have feature and usage limits
- Paid access is tied to ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Enterprise user types
- Its focus is geographic storytelling rather than general-purpose visualization
- Infogram9.0/10 · Free plan
A broad web-based toolkit for branded, interactive reports and infographics.
Visit InfogramFull verdict → - ArcGIS StoryMaps8.9/10 · Free plan · 21-day trial
A map-led storytelling tool for interactive geographic and 3D presentations.
Explore StoryMapsFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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