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OmniGraffle alternatives
OmniGraffle compared with 5 alternatives: Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart, draw.io, SmartDraw and Whimsical.
OmniGraffle is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $59.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; Mac from $149.99 one-time. 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| OmniGraffleThis tool | Free trial · from $59.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| Microsoft Visio | Free trial · from $5.00/mo | Trial only | Web, Windows |
| Lucidchart | Free plan · from $9/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| draw.io | Free | Free | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| SmartDraw | Free trial · from $10.95/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Whimsical | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
How each one differs from OmniGraffle
- Free trial · from $5.00/mo
Microsoft Visio
Diagramming software for flowcharts, org charts and floor plans
- Microsoft Visio starts at $5.00 per user / month, paid yearly (Visio Plan 1). OmniGraffle starts at $59.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; Mac from $149.99 one-time.
- Only Microsoft Visio lists a web app.
- Only Microsoft Visio lists a Windows app.
- Only OmniGraffle lists macOS and iOS apps.
- Microsoft Visio also covers mind mapping.
Suits: Organizations already licensed for Microsoft 365
- Free plan · from $9/mo
Lucidchart
Browser-based diagramming for flowcharts, org charts and systems
- Lucidchart starts at $9 per month, billed annually. OmniGraffle starts at $59.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; Mac from $149.99 one-time.
- Lucidchart has a free plan. OmniGraffle does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Lucidchart lists a web app.
- Only Lucidchart lists an Android app.
- Only OmniGraffle lists a macOS app.
Suits: Documenting processes as flowcharts and process maps
- Free
draw.io
Free diagram editor that saves files to storage you choose
- draw.io is free. OmniGraffle starts at $59.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; Mac from $149.99 one-time.
- draw.io has a free plan. OmniGraffle does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only draw.io lists a web app.
- Only draw.io lists Windows and Linux apps.
- Only OmniGraffle lists an iOS app.
Suits: UML, ERD, network and flowchart diagrams at no cost
- Free trial · from $10.95/mo
SmartDraw
Floor plans, scaled layouts and business diagrams in the browser
- SmartDraw starts at $10.95 per month, billed annually ($7.95 intro price for new customers). OmniGraffle starts at $59.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; Mac from $149.99 one-time.
- Only SmartDraw lists a web app.
- Only OmniGraffle lists macOS and iOS apps.
- OmniGraffle can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- SmartDraw also covers whiteboard and mind mapping.
Suits: Floor plans, site plans and other scaled layouts without CAD software
- Free plan · from $10/mo
Whimsical
Whiteboard for flowcharts, wireframes, mind maps and docs
- Whimsical starts at $10 per editor / month, billed annually ($120 a year). OmniGraffle starts at $59.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; Mac from $149.99 one-time.
- Whimsical has a free plan. OmniGraffle does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Whimsical lists a web app.
- Only Whimsical lists Windows and Linux apps.
- Only OmniGraffle lists an iOS app.
Suits: Product teams sketching flows, wireframes and specs in one place
Limits worth knowing in OmniGraffle
- OmniGraffle runs only on Mac, iPhone and iPad; there is no Windows, Android or web version.
- Mac and iOS perpetual licenses are sold separately; only the $129.99 yearly subscription covers all three devices.
- Visio import and export, shared layers, artboards and automation need a Pro license or the subscription.
- A perpetual license covers one major version; the next major version is a paid upgrade, offered at a discount.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to OmniGraffle?
The alternatives to OmniGraffle in this directory are Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart, draw.io, SmartDraw and Whimsical. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with OmniGraffle.
Is there a free alternative to OmniGraffle?
Yes. draw.io is free to use. Lucidchart and Whimsical have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which OmniGraffle alternatives work on Windows?
The OmniGraffle listing does not include a Windows app. Microsoft Visio, draw.io and Whimsical list one.
Which OmniGraffle alternatives work on Linux?
The OmniGraffle listing does not include a Linux app. draw.io and Whimsical list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to OmniGraffle?
draw.io is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.