The Mekko Graphics Alternative Built for Value
Same waterfall, Mekko, and Gantt charts at a lower price. Plus keyboard shortcuts, 2,000+ icons, and AI text polish included.
TL;DR: Mekko Graphics excels at advanced chart customization and more chart variations but costs $399/year and lacks AI, shortcuts, and a general icon library. Deckary offers same core charts at lower cost, plus AI, shortcuts, and 2,000+ icons. Choose Mekko Graphics if you need advanced customization and have budget. Choose Deckary if you're paying out of pocket or want shortcuts and AI included.
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How Deckary compares to Mekko Graphics
Same core charting, much lower price, plus extras Mekko Graphics doesn't offer
| Feature | Deckary | Mekko Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| Charting | ||
| Waterfall charts | ||
| Mekko (Marimekko) charts | ||
| Gantt charts | ||
| Excel linking | ||
| Stacked bar charts | ||
| Extras included | ||
| AI Slide Builder | ||
| Agenda slides | Windows only | |
| AI text polish | ||
| Lifetime license option | ||
| 2,000+ icons, flags & visuals | ||
| Keyboard shortcuts | ||
| Full Mac feature parity | ||
With user, you save $280/yr vs Mekko Graphics — and get shortcuts, icons & AI included
Pricing comparison
Transparent pricing vs Mekko Graphics's approach
| Deckary | Mekko Graphics | |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | 14-day trial | No |
| Starting price | From $9/mo | $399/yr |
| Premium tier | From $15/mo | Custom |
| Lifetime option | $199 once | Not available |
| Enterprise | Custom | Custom |
*Mekko Graphics: Annual subscription, volume discounts available
Why teams switch from Mekko Graphics
More than just a cheaper alternative
All the charting features you need
Create consulting-grade charts in minutes, not hours
Waterfall Charts
Create bridge charts with automatic totals, subtotals, and connecting lines. Perfect for financial bridges and variance analysis.
Mekko Charts
Build Marimekko charts for market sizing and share-of-wallet analysis. Variable-width bars show both size and composition.
Gantt Charts
Project timelines with task bars, milestones, dependencies, and swimlanes. Link to Excel for dynamic updates.
Excel Linking
Charts link directly to Excel. Update your data, and the chart updates automatically. No manual re-work.
The honest comparison
Mekko Graphics is a solid PowerPoint charting tool that's been around since 2007. It specializes in Marimekko charts and offers good customization options for business professionals.
Where Mekko Graphics wins: More chart variations. Deeper customization options for advanced users. An established track record in the market.
Where Deckary wins: Lower price ($119/year vs $399/year). Keyboard shortcuts for alignment and distribution. 2,000+ icons, flags & visuals. AI text polish. A lifetime license option ($199 once). Full feature parity on Mac.
The bottom line: If you need advanced chart customization options or rely on Mekko Graphics' Windows slide tools (agenda slides, Harvey Balls, value chains), it's a solid choice. If you want the same core charts at a lower price, plus shortcuts, icons, and AI features, Deckary delivers strong value.
Choose Mekko Graphics if you:
- • Teams needing advanced chart customization options
- • Organizations with existing Mekko Graphics licenses
- • Power users who need more chart variations
- • Enterprise teams with budget for premium tools
Choose Deckary if you:
- • Individuals paying out of pocket
- • Teams who want shortcuts and icons included
- • Occasional chart builders (weekly/monthly use)
- • Users who want AI slide generation or text polish
Switching from Mekko Graphics
What transfers seamlessly
- Existing PowerPoint files work immediately
- No data migration needed—Deckary is additive
- Both add-ins can run simultaneously
What needs adjustment
- •New keyboard shortcuts to learn (1-2 hours)
- •Existing Mekko Graphics charts remain as-is
- •New charts will use Deckary instead
Our recommendation: Install Deckary alongside Mekko Graphics during your 14-day trial. Test side-by-side before deciding.
Ready to switch from Mekko Graphics?
Try Deckary free for 14 days. No credit card required. Build the same waterfall and Mekko charts at a lower price.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about switching from Mekko Graphics