Nothing close enough? Start from a blank radar chart → Describe it in one paragraph.
How to use a radar chart template.
- 01Define the axes (dimensions)
List the dimensions you want to compare — 4 to 8 works best. More axes reduce the polygon to a near-circle and lose discriminating power.
- 02Name the entities
List the candidates, products, or regions you are comparing — each becomes a colored polygon.
- 03Score each entity on each axis
Provide a number per dimension (use a consistent 0–10 or 0–100 scale across all axes).
- 04Read the shape
Export or share — focus discussion on which axes show the biggest gaps between polygons; that is where the decision lives.
Questions about radar chart templates
What is a radar chart?
A chart with axes radiating from a center point, each representing one dimension. Values on each axis are connected to form a polygon — the shape of the polygon reveals balance versus peak-and-valley performance.
How many axes (dimensions) should I use?
Four to eight. Below four the chart looks sparse; above eight the polygons lose visual discrimination. Combine related dimensions if needed.
What is the difference between a radar chart and a spider diagram?
The terms are interchangeable — both describe the same chart type. "Spider diagram" is more common in product and HR contexts; "radar chart" is more common in analytics and BI tools.