5 drawing tools to help programmers express themselves clearly
Lucidchart
Official Website
Types of Diagrams
Lucidchart offers various diagrams, including flowcharts, ER diagrams, network topology diagrams, and UML class diagrams. Each type of diagram has corresponding templates for a quick start.
Requires Internet Connection
Yes, it requires an internet connection.
Can It Run Offline?
No, it cannot run offline.
Pricing
Lucidchart offers both free and paid plans. The free plan includes basic features, while personal paid plans offer more advanced features and unlimited document numbers. Team plans support more collaboration features and administrative rights.
Number of Users
Millions of users worldwide.
Release Date
Draw.io
Official Website
Types of Diagrams
Draw.io supports flowcharts, network diagrams, data charts, ER diagrams, mind maps, sequence diagrams, and many other types.
Requires Internet Connection
Yes, it requires an internet connection.
Can It Run Offline?
No, it cannot run offline.
Pricing
Draw.io offers all features for free and has no paid plans.
Number of Users
Millions of users.
Release Date
Microsoft Visio
Official Website
Types of Diagrams
Visio supports flowcharts, network diagrams, UML class diagrams, database models, and many other complex diagrams, especially suitable for large enterprise architecture diagrams.
Requires Internet Connection
Yes, it requires an internet connection.
Can It Run Offline?
No, it cannot run offline.
Pricing
Visio is part of the Microsoft 365 subscription. It offers a free trial period, after which a subscription fee is required. Paid plans include a basic and professional version, each offering different levels of advanced features and storage capacity.
Number of Users
Millions of users.
Release Date
Gliffy
Official Website
Types of Diagrams
Gliffy offers flowcharts, network diagrams, ER diagrams, UML class diagrams, and has a rich library of shapes and templates.
Requires Internet Connection
Yes, it requires an internet connection.
Can It Run Offline?
No, it cannot run offline.
Pricing
Gliffy offers both free and paid plans. The free plan includes basic features, while paid plans offer unlimited diagram numbers, more templates, team collaboration features, etc.
Number of Users
Millions of users.
Release Date
Creately
Official Website
Types of Diagrams
Creately offers flowcharts, UML class diagrams, network diagrams, mind maps, database models, and supports cross-platform collaboration and real-time editing.
Requires Internet Connection
Yes, it requires an internet connection.
Can It Run Offline?
No, it requires an internet connection.
Pricing
Creately offers both free and paid plans. The free plan includes basic features, while paid plans offer more advanced features, unlimited diagram numbers, and advanced collaboration features.
Number of Users
Millions of users.