Creately vs ChartHop

Compare Creately vs. ChartHop

Creately Org Charts covers the same ground as ChartHop (succession planning, compensation analysis, scenario modeling, workforce planning) at a fraction of the cost.

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201 data fields across 15 field packs, covering compensation, talent, succession, and more.
AI assistant with natural language queries, scenario modeling, and proactive insights.
6-tier data sensitivity. Compensation and demographics are locked to HR leadership only.

ChartHop vs. Creately

Features

Pricing

From $96 per employee/year, $9,000/yr minimum

From $2 per employee/year, no minimum contract

Org Chart Creation

Manual entry or HRIS import

AI-powered generation from CSV, HRIS, or natural language

Data Model

Standard HR fields with custom fields

201 fields across 15 field packs. Activate only what you need

AI Assistant

Basic AI for data queries

7 specialized AI tools: search, filter, color, heatmap, query, scenarios, and insights

Scenario Planning

Workforce Planning module (additional cost)

Built-in delta-based scenarios with before/after comparison, included in base plan

Succession Planning

Succession module available

Succession risk coloring, bench strength tracking, successor relationships on the canvas

Compensation Analysis

Compensation bands and benchmarking

Compa-ratio heatmaps, pay equity analysis, merit cycle modeling (locked to HR leadership)

Talent Reviews

Performance management tools

9-box talent grid, flight risk identification, engagement heatmaps, manager effectiveness

Data Sensitivity

Role-based access controls

6-tier sensitivity model. Restricted fields are invisible, not locked

Real-Time Collaboration

Comments and approval workflows

Live multi-cursor editing, in-line comments, video chat, real-time sync

Historical Org Data

Change logs and audit trails

Time travel: set an as-of date and see the org as it existed at any point

Implementation

Requires onboarding with implementation fees

CSV import with AI column mapping. Live in minutes, not weeks

Over 10 Million people and 1000s of teams already use Creately

Same Capabilities, a Fraction of the Cost

Compare current quotes for the same employee count, required capabilities, and implementation scope; confirm Atlas pricing and contract terms before estimating savings.

201 data fields across 15 field packs
Succession, compensation, scenario planning included
Plan terms depend on employee count, required capabilities, and the agreed contract
AI-powered CSV import gets you live in minutes

An AI That Actually Understands Your Org

ChartHop’s AI answers basic queries. Creately’s AI has 7 specialized tools on your org graph.

“Show managers with 8+ reports” highlights them instantly
“Move James to Patricia’s team” creates a scenario you can review, apply, or discard
“Heatmap by compa-ratio” in one command
Proactive alerts when span of control, succession gaps, or engagement scores need attention

Scenario Planning and Succession Are Built In

Creately Scenario Planning and Succession Management

ChartHop charges extra for workforce planning. Creately Atlas supports scenario planning with changes isolated from the live chart.

What-if scenarios on the live org. Nothing changes until you commit
Succession risk coloring shows no successor, weak, or strong at a glance
Readiness timelines for now, 1yr, 2yr, 3yr+
Reorg cost modeling by band and location
Side-by-side comparison of multiple scenarios

Enterprise-Grade Data Security by Default

Restricted fields are invisible, not locked. No padlock icons. No curiosity.

SOC 2 Type II compliant
ISO 27001 certified
HIPAA ready
6-tier data sensitivity so each user sees only what their role allows
Invisible enforcement. Restricted fields don’t exist for unauthorized users

201 Fields. You Choose Which Ones to See.

Creately Field Packs and Progressive Disclosure

ChartHop shows a fixed field set. Creately has 15 field packs you toggle on as needed.

HR Generalist gets ~40 fields covering the basics
HRBP adds 9-box, flight risk, engagement
CHRO can use approved compensation and succession fields, with demographics restricted to aggregate reporting
Toggle packs on/off without losing data

How to Switch from ChartHop to Creately

Export Your Org Data from ChartHop:
Go to your org chart in ChartHop and export the employee data as CSV. Include name, title, department, manager, email, and any custom fields you want to carry over.
Import into Creately with AI Column Mapping:
Upload the CSV and the AI matches your columns to org chart fields with confidence-scored suggestions. Review the mappings, adjust if needed, and import. The entire import can be undone with a single Ctrl+Z.
Activate the Field Packs You Need:
Start with the basics (name, title, department), then toggle on Talent, Compensation, Succession, or any of the 15 field packs as your team needs them. Fields appear instantly in the properties panel, filters, and coloring options.
Set Up Data Sensitivity Tiers:
Configure who sees what. Restrict compensation to HR Confidential access, talent fields to their assigned tiers, and demographics to authorized aggregate reporting. Unauthorized users never see restricted fields.
Invite Your Team:
Share the org chart by link or email. Control who can view, comment, or edit. Collaborators work in real time with live cursors, while field sensitivity continues to restrict employee data.
Start Planning with Scenarios:
Model proposed org changes in Creately Atlas scenarios without modifying the live chart. Compare additions, removals, reporting moves, and field updates against the same people and position records before applying the chosen scenario.

FAQs on Creately vs ChartHop

Is Creately a full alternative to ChartHop?

Creately Atlas supports org visualization, scenario planning, succession fields, and compensation analysis with sensitivity-controlled access. Compare the workflows and plan terms you need before treating it as a replacement for another product.

How much does ChartHop cost compared to Creately?

Compare current quotes for the same employee count, required capabilities, and implementation scope; confirm Atlas pricing and contract terms before estimating savings.

Can I import my ChartHop data into Creately?

Yes. Export your data from ChartHop as CSV, then upload it to Creately. The AI import wizard maps your columns (even non-standard headers) to org chart fields with confidence-scored suggestions. It validates data, catches errors like reporting cycles and missing IDs, and builds the hierarchy with auto-layout.

Does Creately support succession planning?

Yes. Succession planning is available through the relevant field packs, subject to your plan and access. You can color positions by succession risk (no successor, weak pipeline, strong pipeline), record readiness timelines for named successors, flag critical roles and single points of failure, and model succession scenarios without touching the live org chart.

Does Creately integrate with HRIS systems?

Creately Atlas imports CSV data with AI column-mapping suggestions for review. A CSV export from your HRIS can supply the data, but importing it does not establish automatic synchronization. Confirm connector availability and any two-way update workflow for your deployment.

How does Creately handle sensitive HR data?

Creately uses a 6-tier data sensitivity model: Public, Internal, Manager, HR Restricted, HR Confidential, and Sensitive PII. Restricted fields are invisible to unauthorized users, not locked behind a padlock icon. Compensation data requires HR Confidential access. Demographics are accessible only to CHRO and Legal, in aggregate only.

What AI features does Creately offer?

Creately’s AI assistant includes 7 specialized tools: query the org fields your access permits, build multi-condition filters from natural language, apply categorical coloring and heatmaps, run queries and aggregations across the org graph, create and modify scenarios through conversation, and surface insights like “3 managers have more than 12 direct reports.”

Can Creately handle large organizations with 1,000+ employees?

Yes. Creately Atlas supports large org charts with collapsible branches and department focus, but you should test your dataset and access requirements rather than assume unlimited scale. Confirm pricing and plan limits for the employee count you expect to manage.

Integrates with the Tools You Already Use

Creately connects with the tools your team already uses.