The Gleek Insider’s Guide
Everything we know about Gleek in one document: what it costs, its grades, getting a refund, getting help and what else to look at. Read it here, or keep a copy.
Gleek
The Insider’s Guide
Text-to-diagram tool that draws from a keyboard-only syntax
Every plan, grade, refund rule and rival among whiteboard and mind map tools, read from Gleek’s own pages.
Made by Blocshop · checked Nov 12, 2026 · toolgpa.com
Contents
- 01WelcomeWhat it is, who it suits, its grades and the ten things to know first
- 02What it costsEvery plan, the free plan, ways to pay less and how prices have moved
- 03What it doesIts main features, where it runs, what it works with and who makes it
- 04Where it standsIts grades against its category, and whether to keep it or make your own
- 05The alternativesThe tools it is most often weighed against, side by side
- 06Quick answersThe questions people ask about it, each answered in a line or two
- 07About ToolGPAWho made this guide, what else is on the site, and how to cite it
ToolGPA put this guide together from Gleek’s own pages, its app-store listings and our grades. Every fact in it is on Gleek’s page too, where it is kept up to date. Checked Nov 12, 2026.
Part 01 · Overview
Welcome
What it is, who it suits, its grades and the ten things to know first
2.0
GPA, above 4 of the 61 other whiteboard and mind map tools we grade
Gleek is a browser-based diagram maker that turns text written in its own syntax into flowcharts, UML class, sequence and state diagrams, entity-relationship diagrams, Gantt charts and user journeys. Paid plans add an AI chat that drafts diagrams, higher-resolution exports and a Git connection. Gleek is made by Blocshop.
To get you started, here are 9 things to know about Gleek, taken from its own pages and our grades.
- 1
Best for diagrams typed with the keyboard, with a Git link
Gleek draws flowcharts, ER and UML diagrams from text typed in its own syntax, and paid plans link to a Git repository.
- 2
Paid plans start at about $7.76 a month
As its pricing page puts it: €6.95 per month, billed monthly (€58.40 billed yearly).
- 3
There is a free plan
5 diagram files and 40 objects per diagram, PNG export only, stored in the browser, with ads.
- 4
It runs on Web
Web.
- 5
Text-based diagramming
Diagrams are written as text in Gleek's own syntax, so they can be built from the keyboard without a mouse.
- 6
Many diagram types
Flowcharts, ER diagrams in Chen or crow's foot notation, UML class, sequence, state and object diagrams, Gantt charts and user journeys.
- 7
AI chat
On paid plans, a chat creates ER, sequence, class or flowchart diagrams from a description.
- 8
A 2.0 GPA, above 4 of 61
That is against the other whiteboard and mind map tools we grade, on value, the free plan, features, ease of use and platforms.
- 9
Keep it
Nothing Gleek does is plain enough to make in a weekend. The 3 things listed below take a company.
Gleek at a glance
- Pricing
- Free plan, from €6.95 per month, billed monthly (€58.40 billed yearly)
- Free plan
- Yes
- Free trial
- None stated
- Runs on
- Web
- Made by
- Blocshop
- Category
- Whiteboards & Mind Maps
- Our grade
- 2.0 GPA, fair
The report card
Best for diagrams typed with the keyboard, with a Git link
Gleek draws flowcharts, ER and UML diagrams from text typed in its own syntax, and paid plans link to a Git repository. The free plan is 5 files with 40 objects each and ads, it stores them in your browser only, and prices are in euros.
| Subject | Grade | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Value for money | C | 6.95 euros a month, or 58.40 euros a year, lands about at the category's cheaper quarter of $5 and a little above it. A pay-by-use plan is 10.99 euros. |
| Free plan and trial | C | Free is 5 diagram files, 40 objects per file, PNG export only, with ads, and the files sit in your browser's local storage. No trial is offered. |
| Features | C | Text-based flowcharts, ER, UML, Gantt and journey diagrams, AI chat and Git. A narrower job than a whiteboard, with AI, SVG and PDF export held back for paid plans. |
| Ease of use | C | No store rating on record. You have to learn Gleek's own syntax. |
| Platforms and integrations | C | Web only. Git is the one listed connection. |
An A is worth 4 points, a B 3, a C 2, a D 1 and an F nothing. The GPA is the average of the five.
Who Gleek is for
- Fits if you write diagrams as text and want them saved next to your code in Git
- Works for developers who draw ER and sequence diagrams often
Who it is not for
- Tight if you stay free: 5 files, 40 objects and ads is the cap
- Skip it if you want drag-and-drop drawing, since diagrams are built from a typed syntax
- Watch out: the free plan keeps diagrams only in the browser's local database
- Watch out: the FAQ says there is no free trial
- Watch out: prices are in euros, and students and teachers must contact Gleek for their 50% discount
Good to know
Good for
- Developers who prefer writing diagrams as text
- Teams that want diagrams kept in Git next to the code
- Occasional users, through the per-activity plan
Worth knowing
- Prices on the pricing page are in euros.
- The Free plan stores diagrams only in the browser's local database, shows ads and has no styling options.
- The FAQ says Gleek offers no free trial.
- Students and teachers get a 50% discount, requested by contacting Gleek.
Part 02 · Pricing
What it costs
Every plan, the free plan, ways to pay less and how prices have moved
~$7.76
A month to start. There is a free plan too
Gleek has a free plan. Paid plans start at €6.95 per month, billed monthly (€58.40 billed yearly).
Free
$0
5 diagram files, 40 objects per file, PNG export only, no AI chat, no styling changes, ads, diagrams stored in the browser.
Premium Monthly
€6.95
per month, billed monthly
Unlimited files and objects, PNG, SVG and PDF export, AI chat, Git connection, custom themes and priority support.
Premium Yearly
€58.40
per year
The same features as Premium Monthly, billed once a year.
Premium per Activity
€10.99
per month, charged by use in the previous month
For infrequent use: the payment pauses in a month you do not use the tool. Same features as Premium.
Premium for Teams
€6.95
per month, for teams of 2 or more
Premium features with licenses managed by a team owner and single invoicing.
The free plan
5 diagram files and 40 objects per diagram, PNG export only, stored in the browser, with ads.
Read from gleek.io on Nov 12, 2026.
Ways to pay less
Education
50% off for students and teachers
The pricing page lists a Student plan with a 50% discount for students and teachers, arranged by contacting Gleek.
Stated on gleek.io
Part 03 · Features
What it does
Its main features, where it runs, what it works with and who makes it
1
Place it runs: Web
Text-to-diagram tool that draws from a keyboard-only syntax. Here is what it does, as its own site describes it, and what it covers: AI features, real-time collaboration, diagrams.
Text-based flowcharts, ER, UML, Gantt and journey diagrams, AI chat and Git.
- Text-based diagramming
- Diagrams are written as text in Gleek's own syntax, so they can be built from the keyboard without a mouse.
- Many diagram types
- Flowcharts, ER diagrams in Chen or crow's foot notation, UML class, sequence, state and object diagrams, Gantt charts and user journeys.
- AI chat
- On paid plans, a chat creates ER, sequence, class or flowchart diagrams from a description.
- Git connection
- Paid plans connect to a Git repository, so diagrams are saved with the code and get version control.
- Export and sharing
- Paid plans export high-resolution PNG, SVG and PDF. Free exports PNG only. Diagrams are shared by link.
Where it runs
- Web
What it works with
- Git
Gleek is made by Blocshop.
Part 04 · Standing
Where it stands
Its grades against its category, and whether to keep it or make your own
4/61
Other whiteboard and mind map tools it is graded above
Gleek's GPA of 2.0 is higher than 4 of the 61 other whiteboard and mind map tools we grade, and level with 7.
Its paid plans start at about $7.76 a month, against a middle price of $7.49 for the category: 23 of the 44 others that charge start lower.
On features, ease of use and platforms it scores 2.0 out of 4. 24 tools score higher and cost less.
Each grade against the category
Every bar is all 62 whiteboard and mind map tools we grade, cut by the letter each got. Gleek’s own letter is outlined.
- CValue for moneyAbove 7 of 61
- CFree plan and trialAbove 7 of 61
- CFeaturesAbove 0 of 61
- CEase of useAbove 0 of 61
- CPlatforms and integrationsAbove 0 of 61
Price against what you get
Each dot is one of 55 whiteboard and mind map tools. Further left costs less; higher up scores better on features, ease of use and platforms. Gleek is the marked dot.
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
Keep it, or make your own?
Whether this is something you could build for yourself with an AI app builder, and what you would give up.
Keep it
Nothing Gleek does is plain enough to make in a weekend. The 3 things listed below take a company.
That makes this kind of software worth paying for, not this one in particular: 50 of the 61 other whiteboard and mind map tools grade higher. It costs $93.17 a year.
What you could not
- A diagram editor.
- Several people working in it at the same moment.
- AI features, unless you pay a model provider for each request yourself.
What this rests on. Gleek’s listing: what it does, where it runs, what it plugs into and what it costs. It is a judgement about the kind of software this is. We have not built a replacement for it, and making your own means looking after it too. How we decide, and every tool’s verdict.
Part 05 · Alternatives
The alternatives
The tools it is most often weighed against, side by side
Mermaid, PlantUML, Flowchart Fun, Eraser and draw.io
The 5 tools Gleek is most often weighed against, with where each one differs from it.
- 2.4GPA
Mermaid
Free plan · from $10/mo
Text-based diagramming platform with AI and a visual editor.
- Mermaid also covers presentations.
- 3.0GPA
PlantUML
Free
Draw UML and other diagrams from plain-text descriptions.
- Only PlantUML lists a browser extension.
- PlantUML is open source, according to its own site.
- PlantUML also covers Gantt & timelines and mind mapping.
- 2.4GPA
Flowchart Fun
Free plan · from $2/mo
Text-based flowchart maker that draws diagrams as you type.
- Flowchart Fun is open source, according to its own site.
- Flowchart Fun also covers mind mapping.
- 2.4GPA
Eraser
Free plan · from $45/mo
AI diagramming and docs canvas for engineering teams.
- Eraser also covers Markdown and documents.
- 3.2GPA
draw.io
Free
Free diagram editor that saves files to storage you choose.
- Only draw.io lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- draw.io is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- draw.io also covers templates.
Part 06 · Questions
Quick answers
The questions people ask about it, each answered in a line or two
14
Questions, each answered in a line or two
The short version of everything above, for when you only need the answer. Each one is told in full in its part of the guide.
Is Gleek free?
Gleek has a free plan. 5 diagram files and 40 objects per diagram, PNG export only, stored in the browser, with ads.
How much does Gleek cost?
Gleek lists 5 plans. Free: $0.
What platforms does Gleek work on?
Gleek is available on Web.
Does Gleek offer any discounts?
Gleek publicly lists the following: 50% off for students and teachers.
Does Gleek have an Android app?
No Android app was listed when its pages were read on Nov 12, 2026. Gleek is listed for Web.
Does Gleek have an iPhone app?
No iPhone app was listed when its pages were read on Nov 12, 2026. Gleek is listed for Web.
Is Gleek open source?
Gleek is not described as open source on its own site, as read on Nov 12, 2026.
What does Gleek integrate with?
Gleek's listing names Git. A listing names up to eight integrations, so it may connect to more.
Does Gleek have a student discount?
50% off for students and teachers. The pricing page lists a Student plan with a 50% discount for students and teachers, arranged by contacting Gleek.
Who makes Gleek?
Gleek is made by Blocshop.
What are the alternatives to Gleek?
The closest alternatives to Gleek in our directory are Mermaid, PlantUML, Flowchart Fun, Eraser and draw.io.
How does Gleek compare with other whiteboard and mind map tools?
Gleek's GPA of 2.0 is higher than 4 of the 61 other whiteboard and mind map tools we grade, and level with 7.
Is Gleek good value for money?
ToolGPA grades Gleek C for value for money. On features, ease of use and platforms it scores 2.0 out of 4.
Could I make my own version of Gleek?
Nothing Gleek does is plain enough to make in a weekend. The 3 things listed below take a company.
Where this guide comes from
The prices, plans, platforms and features were read from Gleek’s own pages on Nov 12, 2026, and the grades were given on Nov 12, 2026. Graded from this listing, whose facts were read from Gleek's own pages on 12 November 2026. Not based on using the product, and shorter than our full reviews.
Every tool we list gets five grades, A to F, each with its reason, and a GPA that averages them. How each is decided is at toolgpa.com/grades. This guide is ToolGPA’s own work; it is not made, paid for or approved by Blocshop. Prices change, so check gleek.io before you buy.
Part 07 · About
About ToolGPA
Who made this guide, what else is on the site, and how to cite it
5,038
Tools graded, in 95 categories
ToolGPA grades software the way a school report grades a pupil: five subjects, a letter for each with the reason written beside it, and a GPA that averages them. Prices, plans and platforms are read from each maker’s own pages and dated, so you always know how fresh a figure is.
Every grade, review and ranking on ToolGPA is our own judgement. No company can pay for a grade or change one. Every tool on the site has a guide like this one, free to download and pass on. It all lives at toolgpa.com.
5,038
tools graded
95
categories
739
price changes on record
579
apps priced in 12 countries
What else is on toolgpa.com
- Gleek, kept up to dateEverything in this guide, with prices and grades as they are todaytoolgpa.com/tools/gleek
- How grades are givenThe rules behind every letter and every GPAtoolgpa.com/grades
- Value chartsWhat each tool costs against what it scores, for every categorytoolgpa.com/charts
- CompareAny two tools side by side, plan by plantoolgpa.com/compare
- Price changesEvery price rise and cut on record, each with its sourcetoolgpa.com/price-changes
- Prices by countryWhat apps cost on the App Store in 12 countriestoolgpa.com/prices-by-country
- Pay lessEvery public discount: yearly billing, students, nonprofitstoolgpa.com/save
- Keep or makeWhich tools are worth paying for, and which you could build yourselftoolgpa.com/keep-or-make
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Prices and grades as they are today
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Please name ToolGPA and link to the live page, so readers can check the figures for themselves:
ToolGPA, "Gleek: The Insider's Guide", checked Nov 12, 2026. https://toolgpa.com/tools/gleek
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Choosing software? Every tool graded, every price dated.
Compare tools at toolgpa.com ›Everything in this guide is ToolGPA’s own summary of what Gleek’s pages, its app-store listings and public reviews said on the dates shown. Grades are our judgement under the rules at toolgpa.com/grades. Every grade, review and ranking on ToolGPA is our own judgement. No company can pay for a grade or change one. Gleek is a trademark of its owner, and this guide is not made, paid for or approved by Blocshop. Prices and plans change: check gleek.io before you buy.