# think-cell Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra > With the help of Capterra, learn about think-cell Software - reviews, pricing plans, popular comparisons to other Gantt Chart products and more. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/180388/think-cell --- # think-cell Software Review 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons Last updated on March 13, 2026 Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Description](#description)[Use cases](#use-cases)[Alternatives](#alternatives)[Features](#features)[Pricing](#pricing)[Integrations](#integrations)[Support](#support)[Reviews](#reviews) think-cell ## What is think-cell? Creating Gantt charts in Microsoft PowerPoint is painful. think-cell is the only software that allows you to create Gantt charts (also known as timeline charts) directly in PowerPoint. Features include a built-in calendar, Excel interface for automation, 5-day or 7-day work weeks, self-adjusting time scales and more. Within minutes you have beautiful Gantt charts as well as support for 40+ other chart types. ## What is think-cell used for? [Data Visualization](https://www.capterra.com/data-visualization-software/)[Diagram](https://www.capterra.com/diagram-software/)[Gantt Chart](https://www.capterra.com/gantt-chart-software/) Overall rating Based on 25 user reviews Reviews sentiment Positive 100% Neutral 0% Negative 0% Starting price $327.6 Per User, Per Year Free trial available Capterra Shortlist charts the highest-rated and most popular products... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... 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[4.6 (5,720)](https://www.capterra.com/p/147657/monday-com/reviews/) Starting Price $327.6 Per User, Per Year Starting Price $9 Per User, Per Month Free Trial Free Version Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version Ease Of Use 4.3 (25) Ease Of Use 4.5 (13,223) Value For Money 4.1 (16) Value For Money 4.3 (10,013) Customer Service 4.1 (15) Customer Service 4.4 (8,206) ## think-cell alternatives [4.2 (983)](https://www.capterra.com/p/113540/Bitrix24/reviews/) Starting price $61.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 82% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [4.5 (719)](https://www.capterra.com/p/153139/Visme/reviews/) Starting price $12.25 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 92% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [4.4 (2,883)](https://www.capterra.com/p/76113/Wrike/reviews/) Starting price $10.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 89% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars Highest Rated [4.7 (561)](https://www.capterra.com/p/144020/Aha/reviews/) Starting price $59.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 96% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [View all alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/180388/think-cell/alternatives/) ## Features Features with the highest number of reviews are displayed first. Those that have no reviews appear next, sorted alphabetically. Data Visualization 4.8 (9) 77.78% of 9 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Graphical representation of data Data Import/Export 4.7 (6) 66.67% of 6 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Import and export data to and from software applications Reporting/Analytics 4.5 (6) 50.00% of 6 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data Drag & Drop 4.3 (4) 75.00% of 4 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Assemble applications and processes by dragging over and arranging pre-built components Milestone Tracking 4.0 (3) 66.67% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Monitor task progress and planned accomplishments to better manage project status Bar Chart 5.0 (2) 100.00% of 2 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important A way to visually represent data via blocks the length of which correlates with the values they represent think-cell 56 features Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Automatic update of information / software The system automatically saves work on an interval without the user needing to manually save A way to visually represent data via blocks the length of which correlates with the values they represent Track and manage schedules and meetings via an integrated calendar Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together A way to visually represent data where different categories of items are marked with different colors Leave comments and notes on documents for others to view Handles digital content throughout its lifecycle, from creation and storage to distribution and archiving Digitally share pre-made materials and self-created content with others Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding Alter the layout and content of dashboards Customize data fields to support various needs and use cases Alter the layout and content of reports Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements Import, collect, and capture data from multiple sources Connect to big data sources Import and export data to and from software applications Ability to handle large datasets Track the management and flow of data throughout the organization Graphical representation of data Track and manage task relationships and dependencies Embed diagrams directly into documents Assemble applications and processes by dragging over and arranging pre-built components Public or private sharing of digital files such as documents, audio/video, images, and more Diagram that represents an algorithm, workflow, or process Visual representation of project's schedule, sequence and duration of tasks, benchmarks and dependencies Visual representation of data using various graphical elements such as charts, graphs, maps & other visual aids Store and manage images Allow the audience to interact or engage with the content Collection of images, videos and other digital content that can be used Monitor task progress and planned accomplishments to better manage project status Manage and support multiple languages Allows users to manage data from a number of sources Edit offline Diagram that shows the structure of an organization and the relationships between parts Reporting on how each user, task or process has advanced since its initiation Organize and schedule projects Monitor the progress of projects from start to finish Active reporting of data and metrics Receive system updates as soon as any changes are made Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data Process of planning, scheduling and executing the optimal and effective use of human capital across projects Set a time to generate routine reports automatically Search and filter data across systems to locate required information by entering keywords or certain criteria Track the status over time for a request, process, asset, or transaction Create, manage and track all task activities and progression Track the status and progress of tasks Create, save, and re-purpose templates for emails, forms, etc. Sample files or documents that could be customized as needed or used as is Edit text as needed Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Manage a detailed schedule of a product plan Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions Interact with data visualization elements, such as charts and graphs, to drill down into data Get Advice We can help you find the software with the features you need. Features 4.5 (25) 4.5 Based on 25 reviews ## Pricing Value for money 4.1 (16) Free Trial [View pricing plan details](https://www.capterra.com/p/180388/think-cell/pricing/) Basic 1 -4 users $327.60 Per User,Per Year 5 Users $1,566 Per User,Per Year 10 users $2,952 Per User,Per Year 25 users $6,810 Per User,Per Year 50 users $12,600 Per User,Per Year Enterprise $12,600 Per User,Per Year Value for money 4.1 (16) 4.1 Based on 16 reviews ## Integrations [ Microsoft Excel](https://www.capterra.com/p/176574/Excel/)[ Tableau](https://www.capterra.com/p/208764/Tableau/) Connect with a Capterra advisor for a free 15-minute consultation Get a personalized software list aligned to your business needs with guidance from our expert advisors. Our team has helped 1 million+ businesses like yours find options that fit their needs. ## Support, customer service and training options Customer Service 4.1 (15) Support - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat Training - In Person - Live Online - Webinars - Documentation - Videos Deployment - Web - Android - iPhone/iPad Typical users - Freelancers - Small businesses - Mid size businesses - Enterprises Customer Service 4.1 (15) 4.1 Based on 15 reviews ## User reviews Overall rating 4.6 Based on 25 reviews Filter by rating 5(14) 4(11) 3(0) 2(0) 1(0) Mentioned topic Sorted by most recent ZI Zaur I. GM, Owner, Financial Analyst Financial Services ### "Use of think-cell in Azerbaijan (Impactful Business Insights Services \[IBIS\] by Zaur IBISHOV)" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 November 19, 2025 I have only a few months experience with the think-cell, but I use the think-cell software in depth and efficiently use all the Sections. Pros Greetings from Azerbaijan! The think-cell is #1 suite I have ever met and used as a financial analyst and modeler in my daily professional work. I recommend using it and get benefit of cute visualizations and analytics. I love its professional structured design view, and the most - flexibility with max possibilities of fantastic data visualization and business presentations, pitch decks. Cons think-cell is very useful, and I would say is the most flexible tool for all type data visualizations, impactful business presentations. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Response from Vendor December 2, 2025 Thank you for your review. TK Tair K. Associate Director Accounting ### "Think cell review" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 August 2, 2024 Overall really good add-on for power point which made a lot of nice graphs for presentations Pros Amazing graphics with embedded features, e.g. percentage of growth over years (CAGR), etc. Cons That time of the year when the license key expires) Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. KG Katerina G. Business development Consumer Goods ### "Very useful tool, simple and effective " 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 December 29, 2022 Pros Very easy to use especially for creating charts. I particularly like the features options for the diagrams and bar graphs (automatic CAGR, growth etc). Cons I think there could be some further developments on the design part of the tool as it is quite complicated to modify the color and size of bars etc. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. EF edoardo f. Osteopata Health, Wellness and Fitness ### "Ottimo programma per le presentazioni" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 3.0 3.0 Likelihood to Recommend 7/10 December 12, 2022 Utilizzo questo programma ogni volta che necessito di inserire dei grafici nei miei documenti e presentazioni e devo dire che mi sono trovato molto bene. Pros Ottimo software che aiuta a creare grafici per le proprie presentazioni in modo veramente facile e veloce. Rispetto ad altri programmi come Exel risulta molto più facile da utilizzare e dopo poco tempo non si riesce più a farne a meno. Cons Unica nota dolente è il prezzo: decisamente troppo caro per chi magari non ne fa un utilizzo professionale. Switched from [Microsoft Excel](https://www.capterra.com/p/176574/Excel/) Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. BS Borislava S. Portfolio head Pharmaceuticals ### "Great tool for complex data reporting " 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 3.0 3.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 7/10 August 25, 2022 Great tool despite it is very expensive and affordable for corporate users only. If you are private small business this will cost you too much for annual maintenance. Pros I used this software for more than 7 years and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who needs to represent more complex and multidimensional data and projects. It takes some time to get used to the software but it worths the time and effort because at the end you will receive very beautiful and well looking graphs and figures. Cons Customisation could be better. More vivid colours could be included into the default menu. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. EM Elizabeth M. Customer Researcher Retail ### "Better than Excel's Charts" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 July 21, 2022 Overall, this has been a real life saver. Can be a little glitchy and a small learning curve, but definitely better than Excel Pros I transitioned from Excel Charts to ThinkCell a few months ago, and LOVE how much easier it is to graph and visualize my data! It's very user-friendly, easy to adapt, and has lots of customizable options to make it your own Cons I wish the graphs/charts would snap in PowerPoint because it makes it hard to align things in my repots Switched from [Microsoft Excel](https://www.capterra.com/p/176574/Excel/) Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. NF Nicholas F. Senior Manager Management Consulting ### "Best tool for powerful Mekko charts" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 April 28, 2022 Once you have it, it's difficult to go back and live without. Highly recommended Pros Mekko charts are a very powerful way to represent data, yet virtually impossible to do with Excel or PowerPoint. Thinkcell offer a seamless solution for very clean and east to use graphs. Very intergration in Powerpoint and Excel. Cons It's rather expensive (c80 USD / year and user), so not really attractive for non-professional users Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. AU Anonymous User Entrepreneur in Residence Financial Services ### "Massive time saver" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 February 15, 2022 Pros For everyone working with PowerPoint frequently, Think-cell is an absolute must! The software makes creating Gantt Charts and a variety of graphs easy and fast. Comparison arrows and other elements can be added to diagrams in seconds saving massive amounts of time over the course of a project. Cons Some of the graphs produced with think-cell look a little old-fashioned and the style could get an update. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Pushkar B. Supply chain Executive Pharmaceuticals ### "Really a good software for data presentation" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 2.0 2.0 Features 3.0 3.0 Customer Service 3.0 3.0 Likelihood to Recommend 7/10 August 10, 2021 Overall Its really easy and great tool for the users who need to make lots of visualization's and need to share with their abroad collogues who do not have same server like you, So that you do not need to make graph in excel and paste in PPT. You can easily create your graphs in PPT and your every collogues can operate its data in excel. Pros It is very easy to use the graphs for the different data like power BI. You will find lots of graph options to create visualization of your data. You can even get options to set directions of your graphs by just moving your curser. You can easily operate its excel so that your graph can be dynamic and you can easily change the data. Easily we can increase or decrease width of bars. Great software for the people who need to tackle lots of data and create number of visuals out of that in very short span of time. Cons Its Interphase is not easy & Attractive. When i have first used it it was looking very complicated. I was not able to know about its features from its interface. It has less default colors for the graphs. It makes Excel and power point slow after each actions. need to wait for some seconds always after doing something in its graphs. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Ramindu D. Software Technical Lead Computer Software ### "think-cell is a great tool for visualizing data on PowerPoint presentations" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 3.0 3.0 Likelihood to Recommend 7/10 August 10, 2021 Pros think-cell completely eliminates the need to develop charts on other applications and then copy-paste them on to PowerPoint by providing a handy plugin that allows you to create charts on PowerPoint itself. It is very easy to use and provides a great deal of options to choose from. Cons think-cell only works with MS PowerPoint, and only in Desktop mode. It does not integrate with PowerPoint on the web, which removes a lot of collaboration options that might have otherwise been available. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. 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