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SmartDraw alternatives
SmartDraw compared with 7 alternatives: Lucidchart, Microsoft Visio, draw.io, Creately, Miro and 2 more.
SmartDraw is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $10.95 per month, billed annually ($7.95 intro price for new customers). 4 of the 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.
7 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| SmartDrawThis tool | Free trial · from $10.95/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Lucidchart | Free plan · from $9/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Microsoft Visio | Free trial · from $5.00/mo | Trial only | Web, Windows |
| draw.io | Free | Free | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Creately | Free plan · from $4/mo | Yes | Web |
| Miro | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| MindManager | Free trial · from $99/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| OmniGraffle | Free trial · from $59.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
How each one differs from SmartDraw
- Free plan · from $9/mo
Lucidchart
Browser-based diagramming for flowcharts, org charts and systems
- Lucidchart starts at $9 per month, billed annually. SmartDraw starts at $10.95 per month, billed annually ($7.95 intro price for new customers).
- Lucidchart has a free plan. SmartDraw does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Lucidchart lists iOS and Android apps.
- SmartDraw also covers whiteboard.
Suits: Documenting processes as flowcharts and process maps
- 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). SmartDraw starts at $10.95 per month, billed annually ($7.95 intro price for new customers).
- Only Microsoft Visio lists a Windows app.
- Microsoft Visio can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- SmartDraw also covers whiteboard.
Suits: Organizations already licensed for Microsoft 365
- Free
draw.io
Free diagram editor that saves files to storage you choose
- draw.io is free. SmartDraw starts at $10.95 per month, billed annually ($7.95 intro price for new customers).
- draw.io has a free plan. SmartDraw does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only draw.io lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- draw.io is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- SmartDraw also covers whiteboard and mind mapping.
Suits: UML, ERD, network and flowchart diagrams at no cost
- Free plan · from $4/mo
Creately
Visual workspace for diagrams, whiteboards and planning
- Creately starts at $4 per editor / month, billed annually ($48 a year). SmartDraw starts at $10.95 per month, billed annually ($7.95 intro price for new customers).
- Creately has a free plan. SmartDraw does not, though it has a free trial.
- Creately is self-hostable, according to its own site.
Suits: Teams that mix flowcharts, mind maps and whiteboards on one canvas
- Free plan · from $8/mo
Miro
Online whiteboard for team brainstorming, diagrams and planning
- Miro starts at $8 per member / month, billed yearly. SmartDraw starts at $10.95 per month, billed annually ($7.95 intro price for new customers).
- Miro has a free plan. SmartDraw does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Miro lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
Suits: Remote workshops, retrospectives and brainstorming sessions
- Free trial · from $99/yr
MindManager
Mind mapping and diagramming software with Gantt charts
- MindManager starts at $99 per user / year (Essentials, web only). SmartDraw starts at $10.95 per month, billed annually ($7.95 intro price for new customers).
- Only MindManager lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- MindManager can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- MindManager also covers kanban boards and Gantt & timelines.
- SmartDraw also covers whiteboard.
Suits: Project managers who plan with mind maps and Gantt charts in one file
- Free trial · from $59.99 one-time
OmniGraffle
Diagramming and vector drawing app for Mac, iPad and iPhone
- OmniGraffle starts at $59.99 one-time for iPhone and iPad; Mac from $149.99 one-time. SmartDraw starts at $10.95 per month, billed annually ($7.95 intro price for new customers).
- Only OmniGraffle lists macOS and iOS apps.
- Only SmartDraw lists a web app.
- OmniGraffle can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- SmartDraw also covers whiteboard and mind mapping.
Suits: Mac, iPad and iPhone users who want a native diagramming app
Limits worth knowing in SmartDraw
- There is no free plan; the free trial lasts 7 days.
- SmartDraw is sold only as an annual license, and the vendor says it does not offer a monthly payment plan.
- The $7.95 and $6.95 prices on the buy page are introductory prices for new customers; the regular price shown is $10.95.
- The Team plan has a 3-user minimum, and SSO and multiple shared folders need the Enterprise license.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to SmartDraw?
The alternatives to SmartDraw in this directory are Lucidchart, Microsoft Visio, draw.io, Creately, Miro, MindManager and OmniGraffle. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with SmartDraw.
Is there a free alternative to SmartDraw?
Yes. draw.io is free to use. Lucidchart, Creately and Miro have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which SmartDraw alternatives work on Windows?
The SmartDraw listing does not include a Windows app. Microsoft Visio, draw.io, Miro and MindManager list one.
Which SmartDraw alternatives work on macOS?
The SmartDraw listing does not include a macOS app. draw.io, Miro, MindManager and OmniGraffle list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to SmartDraw?
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 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.