# 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.

No credit card required. 7-day free trial.

## Our users work at companies like

Deckary helps consulting & industry firms to build better presentations

## How Deckary compares to Mekko Graphics

Same core charts at 70% less — plus shortcuts, icons & AI included

| 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 | | |
| 2,000+ icons, flags & visuals | | |
| Keyboard shortcuts | | |
| Full Mac feature parity | | |

Feature comparison based on publicly available information as of March 2026. Verify current features at [Mekko Graphics](https://www.mekkographics.com/).

With user, you save $219/yr vs Mekko Graphics — and get shortcuts, icons & AI included

*Based on Mekko Graphics list price as of March 2026. Verify current pricing at www.mekkographics.com.

## Why teams switch from Mekko Graphics

More than just a cheaper alternative

[**AI Slide Builder included**  
Describe a business problem, get a complete slide with consulting-style structure. As of March 2026, Mekko Graphics does not include AI slide generation.](/content/ai/index.html)

[**Lower price, more included**  
Deckary costs $180/year with charts, icons, and shortcuts included. Mekko Graphics costs $399/year ($299/year on renewal).](/content/pricing/index.html)

[**Shortcuts included**  
20+ keyboard shortcuts for alignment, distribution, and selection. Mekko Graphics doesn't offer productivity shortcuts.](/content/shortcuts/index.html)

[**Icons & templates included**  
1000+ icons, flags, and visuals plus consulting-grade templates. No separate subscriptions or purchases needed.](/content/icons/index.html)

[**AI text polish**  
Clean up your slide text with AI. Tighten, simplify, or rewrite with one click. As of March 2026, Mekko Graphics does not include AI slide generation.](/content/features/index.html)

[**Full Mac & Windows support**  
Deckary works equally well on both platforms. All features, all shortcuts, no compromises.](/content/download/index.html)

[**Project timelines**  
Gantt charts with milestones, swimlanes, and dependencies. Build project plans as easily as financial charts.](/content/timelines/index.html)

## 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 ($180/year vs $399/year). Keyboard shortcuts for alignment and distribution. 2,000+ icons, flags & visuals. AI text polish. 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

## Pricing comparison

Transparent pricing vs Mekko Graphics's approach

|  | Deckary | Mekko Graphics |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Free tier | 7-day trial | No |
| Starting price | From $10/mo (billed annually) | $399/yr |
| Premium tier | From $25/mo | Custom |
| Enterprise | Custom | Custom |

*Pricing accurate as of March 2026. Competitor pricing may change — verify at [www.mekkographics.com](https://www.mekkographics.com/).

## 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 7-day trial. Test side-by-side before deciding.

## Ready to switch from Mekko Graphics?

Try Deckary free for 7 days. No credit card required. Build the same waterfall and Mekko charts at a lower price.