Free Gauge Chart Templates

Browse gauge chart templates for KPIs, progress, and goal tracking. These work well for dashboards, scorecards, and presentation-ready status visuals.

Gauge chart templates for KPI presentations

Gauge charts are great for showing progress toward a target: completion rates, KPI attainment, SLA performance, and scorecard metrics. Pick a gauge template, paste your data, and drop a clean gauge straight into your deck.

What is a gauge chart used for?

A gauge chart is a meter-style chart that fills to represent progress toward a maximum value or target. It is commonly used for KPI tracking, percent completion, and status reporting where one metric needs to be highlighted clearly.

When should I use a gauge chart instead of a bar chart?

Use a gauge chart when you want to emphasize a single metric against a goal, such as quota attainment or project completion. If you need to compare many categories side by side, a bar chart is usually easier to scan.

Can I make Apple Activity-style ring charts?

Yes. The gauge templates include ring-style layouts that work well for activity progress, goals, and dashboard visuals. You can customize colors, labels, and styling to match your brand or presentation.

What data format works best for a gauge chart?

Gauge charts work best with a current value and a reference maximum or target. Typical examples include 72% completion, 8/10 satisfaction score, or progress toward a fundraising goal.