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SQL Chart Builder

By Guaven Labs

Content Management / Document Management & Downloads

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

SQL Chart Builder Review - In-Depth Analysis

Create dynamic charts from SQL queries with ease. Supports various chart types like pie, line, and bar. Use filters for dynamic data.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.81/10

User Rating

3.9/5 (based on 21+ reviews)

Active Installations

600+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

5.6 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

The SQL Chart Builder plugin allows you to create beautiful charts based on your SQL queries. You can use these charts anywhere on your website, making data visualization simple and effective.

With support for various chart types such as pie, donut, line, bar, column, and area charts, you can customize your reports to fit your needs. The plugin also allows the use of both native WordPress and non-WordPress MySQL tables in your queries.

Dynamic filters can be added to create interactive charts that respond to user input. This feature enhances the user experience by allowing visitors to manipulate data directly from the charts.

Comparing to Alternatives

SQL Chart Builder offers a unique approach by enabling chart creation directly from SQL queries without requiring a pro version, distinguishing it from other chart plugins.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Allows direct chart creation from SQL queries without needing a pro version
Excellent and responsive support
Lightweight with good performance
Simple and powerful for real-time visualizations
Free version offers substantial functionality compared to competitors

Weaknesses

Known security vulnerabilities in past versions requiring updates
Compatibility issues with newer PHP and WordPress versions reported
Lacks a pro version with advanced features
Some users report blocking issues on installation with certain environments

User Sentiment Analysis

With a 3.9 out of 5 rating and a majority of 5-star reviews, users praise the plugin's ease of use and support, though about 29% of ratings are low due to compatibility and technical issues.

Positive highlights

'Very nice plugin, excellent support' – kostas45
'Great plugin with great support and help' – raypierce
'Very easy to create charts directly from DB' – tnightingale
'Highly recommended chart plugin' – speleo
'Great free plugin with very fast support' – pamal

Common complaints

Incompatibility with PHP 8 and WordPress 6.1.1 causing site blocking on install

Weaknesses

Security vulnerabilities fixed only in recent updates
Compatibility issues with newer PHP and WordPress versions
No pro version limits advanced feature availability

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users needing a straightforward, free solution to create charts directly from SQL queries without extra bloat or mandatory upgrades.

Not ideal for

Users running the latest PHP 8 or WordPress versions without applying updates, or those requiring advanced features available only in premium plugins.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes full functionality for creating charts directly from SQL queries without feature restrictions.

Final Verdict

SQL Chart Builder stands out for its unique ability to create charts directly from SQL queries with a fully functional free version and excellent support. It is a great choice for users who want powerful charting without the need for premium upgrades.

However, past security vulnerabilities and compatibility issues with newer PHP and WordPress versions require users to be cautious and ensure they keep the plugin updated. Those needing advanced features or running the latest environments might consider alternative plugins.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free SQL Chart Builder plugin.

Charts

Mysql

Sql

Sql Chart

Visualizer

Screenshots

FAQ

Yes. 3.0 reads exactly the same settings as 2.x, so every existing chart and shortcode keeps working. Charts using the long-deprecated Google Chart types are automatically mapped to the equivalent modern chart types. If you use the cached shortcode, add &force_sql_cache_reload=1 to the URL once after upgrading to refresh the cache.