How to Compare 3 Sets of Data in an Excel Chart – 5 Examples

This is the sample dataset.

5 Chart Examples to Compare 3 Sets of Data in Excel


Example 1 – Using a Clustered Column Chart

Steps:

  • Select B4:E13.
  • Go to the Insert tab ➤ Insert Column or Bar Chart ➤ select Clustered Column.

Using Clustered Column Chart to Compare 3 Sets of Data

A chart is displayed.

  • You can hide the Gridlines and move the Legend using the Chart Elements feature.

  • You can also change the shape colors and increase font sizes.

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Example 2 – Using a Combo Chart

Steps:

  • Select the dataset.
  • Go to the Insert tab ➤ Insert Combo Chart ➤ select Clustered Column – Line.

Utilizing a Combo Chart to Compare 3 Sets of Data

A default combo chart is displayed.

  • Double-click the revenue line graph.
  • In Format Data Series, select Secondary Axis.

  • Modify the chart: font size, shape colors, chart title.

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Example 3 – Using a Line Graph

Steps:

  • Select the dataset.
  • Go to the Insert tab ➤ Insert Chart or Area Chart ➤ select Line.

Inserting Line Graph to Compare 3 Sets of Data in Excel Chart

A line graph will be displayed.

  • Modify the chart:

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Example 4 – Using a Bar Chart

Steps:

  • Select the dataset.
  • Go to the Insert tab ➤ Insert Column or Bar Chart ➤ select Clustered Bar.

Using a Bar Chart to Compare 3 Sets of Data in Excel

The chart is displayed.

  • Modify the chart:

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Example 5 – Using a Scatter Plot

Steps:

  • Select B4:E13.
  • Go to the Insert tab ➤ Insert Scatter (X,Y) or Bubble Chart ➤ select Clustered Column.

Employing Scatter Plot to Compare 3 Sets of Data in Excel Chart

The chart is displayed.

  • Modify the chart:

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