Qlik Sense vs Plotly

Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Data Visualization Tools. Last verified June 16, 2026.

The short answer

Qlik Sense ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #9) for Analysts and data teams turning raw data into charts, dashboards, and reports. Unique Associative Engine reveals hidden data relationships.

At a glance

Qlik SensePlotly
Top 11 rank#4 / The 11 Best Data Visualization Tools#9 / The 11 Best Data Visualization Tools
Score (out of 9.4)8.67.6
Best forAssociative data explorationCode-based scientific and custom charts
Pricing$$$ ($30 to $70/user/mo)$$$ (Custom for Dash)
HQKing of Prussia, USAMontreal, Canada
Founded19932013

Qlik Sense

Unique Associative Engine reveals hidden data relationships.

www.qlik.com/us/products/qlik-sense

See full entry in The 11 Best Data Visualization Tools

Plotly

Unrivaled control for complex, code-based visualizations.

plotly.com

See full entry in The 11 Best Data Visualization Tools

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