Bar and Line Chart Maker
Combine bars and lines in one powerful chart
Visualize two related metrics side by side — bars for volume, lines for trends. Build a professional combo chart in seconds with AI or manual controls.
Everything You Need in a Combo Chart Maker
Purpose-built controls for bar and line charts — no bloat, no complexity.
Dual Y-Axis Support
Plot bars and lines on independent left and right axes so different scales never distort your story.
Mix Bars, Lines, and Areas
Assign each data series to a bar, line, or area type independently for maximum flexibility in one view.
Smooth or Stepped Lines
Choose linear, smooth monotone, or step curves to match the nature of your trend data.
Custom Colors per Series
Set a distinct color for each bar and line series so your chart is immediately readable at a glance.
AI-Powered Generation
Describe your data goal in plain language and the AI builds a complete bar and line chart for you.
Instant Live Preview
Every change to your data or settings renders instantly — no save or reload required.
Add Your Data, Any Way You Like
Type It In
Enter your categories and series values directly into the data table — no file needed.
Paste from Spreadsheet
Copy rows from Excel or Google Sheets and paste them straight into the chart editor.
Upload CSV or Excel
Drop in a CSV or Excel file and let MakeCharts map your columns to bars and lines automatically (Pro).
Describe with AI
Tell the AI what you want to show and it will generate a ready-to-use combo chart for you.
Share Your Combo Chart Anywhere
Download PNG or SVG
Export high-quality images ready for slides, reports, and social media posts.
Share a Link
Get a shareable URL so teammates and clients can view your chart instantly.
Embed on Your Site
Copy an embed code and add your bar and line chart directly to any webpage or blog.
Drop Into Presentations
Use the downloaded image in PowerPoint, Google Slides, or Keynote in seconds.
About This Bar and Line Chart Maker
MakeCharts is a free online chart tool built to turn raw numbers into clear visuals fast. The combo chart maker is purpose-built for comparing two metrics in one view — no spreadsheet gymnastics required. AI handles the hard parts; you stay in control of the story.
- ✓50+ chart types including combo, bar, line, area, and more
- ✓AI generation from plain-language descriptions
- ✓Dual Y-axis and mixed series types in one editor
- ✓Download as PNG or SVG, share via link, or embed
- ✓Free to use — no signup required to get started
- ✓Trusted by analysts, marketers, educators, and creators
By the Numbers
How to Make a Bar and Line Chart
From data to finished combo chart in three simple steps.
Add Your Data
Enter categories like months or products, then add series for your bar metric and your line metric.
Categories: Jan, Feb, Mar — Series: Revenue (bar), Growth Rate (line)
Choose Series Types and Axes
Set each series to bar, line, or area and assign it to the left or right Y-axis to handle different scales cleanly.
Revenue on left axis as bars, Growth % on right axis as a line
Style and Export
Pick colors, adjust bar size and line width, show or hide the legend, then download or share your chart.
Blue bars, orange trend line, legend at bottom — exported as PNG
Who Uses a Bar and Line Chart Maker
Combo charts answer questions that single-series charts cannot.
Revenue vs. Growth Rate
Show absolute revenue figures as bars while a line tracks month-over-month growth rate on a separate axis — so stakeholders see both scale and momentum in one view.
Campaign Spend vs. Conversions
Plot ad spend as bars and conversion rate as a line to instantly see which campaigns delivered the best return without switching between two charts.
Volume vs. Efficiency
Combine units shipped as bars with on-time delivery rate as a line to spot operational bottlenecks before they become costly problems.
Test Scores vs. Participation
Display class average scores as bars alongside attendance rate as a line to surface correlations across cohorts and identify where intervention is needed.
Templates
Start with professionally designed templates
Stacked Combo Chart Template: Revenue & Growth at a Glance
Combine stacked bar series for multiple products with a line overlay for growth rate — all in one clean, readable combo chart.
Combo Chart Template for Google Sheets
Combine bars and a line on one dual-axis chart to compare revenue, expenses, and profit margin at a glance — no spreadsheet formulas required.
Bar and Line Chart Template for Revenue and Growth
Instantly visualize monthly revenue alongside growth rate trends using a dual-axis combo chart — no design skills required.
Dual Axis Chart Template: Visualize Two Metrics at Once
Compare revenue and growth rate side by side using a professional dual axis combo chart — no design skills required.
Combo Chart Template: Revenue, Target & Growth at a Glance
Plot bar charts and a line overlay on dual axes to compare monthly revenue against sales targets while tracking your growth rate — all in one clean visual.
Combo Chart Template for Revenue & Margin Analysis
Combine bar and line series on dual axes to reveal both volume and performance trends in a single, compelling view.
View All Templates
Browse the full library to find more templates tailored to your chart.
AI Combo Chart Maker vs. Doing It Manually
See why teams are switching from spreadsheet charts to MakeCharts.
Manual Spreadsheet Charts
- ✗Dual Y-axis setup is tedious and error-prone
- ✗Changing a series type requires multiple menu steps
- ✗Colors and styles reset when data is refreshed
- ✗Sharing means exporting and attaching files every time
- ✗No AI to generate or suggest the right chart layout
- ✗Starting from scratch each time you need a new chart
MakeCharts Bar and Line Chart Maker
- ✓Dual Y-axis configured with a single toggle
- ✓Switch any series between bar, line, and area instantly
- ✓Colors and styles persist as data is updated
- ✓Share via link or embed code — no file attachments needed
- ✓AI generates a complete combo chart from a plain description
- ✓Reuse and remix your charts any time
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a bar and line chart maker?
A bar and line chart maker is a tool that lets you combine bar series and line series in a single chart — commonly called a combo chart or mixed chart. MakeCharts makes it easy to assign each data series its own chart type and Y-axis so you can compare two different metrics in one clear visual.
Can I use two different Y-axes in my combo chart?
Yes. MakeCharts supports dual Y-axes so you can plot metrics with very different scales without distorting the visual. Assign any series to the left or right axis directly from the configuration panel in one click.
Is the bar and line chart maker free?
Yes — all chart types including the combo chart are free to create, customize, and download. Free accounts also receive AI credits to try AI-powered chart generation. Paid plans unlock more AI credits, file upload, and embed codes.
Do I need to sign up to make a bar and line chart?
No signup is required to create and download a combo chart. You can start immediately and export your chart as a PNG or SVG without creating an account.
Can I mix bars, lines, and areas in the same chart?
Yes. Each series in MakeCharts can be set independently to bar, line, or area type. This means you can have revenue as bars, profit as an area, and growth rate as a line — all in one combo chart.
Built for Everyone
- ✓No design experience needed — plain-language controls throughout
- ✓Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile browsers
- ✓Available in 12+ languages with a fully translated interface
- ✓Free tier with no signup barrier so anyone can start immediately
- ✓Beginner-friendly defaults with advanced options for power users
Your Data, Your Control
- •Your chart data is used only to render your chart
- •We do not sell or share your data with third parties
- •Charts are private by default — you choose what to share
- •Download or delete your charts and account at any time
- •No tracking of your data values beyond the current session
Make Your Bar and Line Chart Now
Free, fast, and no design skills needed.