D3.js vs Raphaël

D3.js

Description: D3.js is a JavaScript library for visualizing data with HTML, SVG, and CSS. It allows developers to bind arbitrary data to DOM elements and apply data-driven transformations to the document. Common uses are for creating interactive graphs, charts, maps, and data visualizations.

Type: software

Pricing: Open Source

Raphaël

Description: Raphaël is a small JavaScript library that provides cross-browser vector graphics scripting. It allows developers to easily create vector graphics and animations without needing to directly use SVG or VML code. It supports older browsers like Internet Explorer 6.

Type: software

D3.js Features

• Data-Driven DOM Manipulation
• Powerful Visualization Components
• Animated Transitions
• Highly Customizable and Flexible
• Wide Browser Support

Raphaël Features

• Vector graphics scripting library
• Cross-browser support
• SVG and VML rendering
• Animations
• Event handling
• Drag and drop

D3.js

• Open Source

Raphaël

• Not listed