draw.io
Free flowcharts and diagrams in your browser or on your desktop
Open sourceFree plan
- Web app
- macOS
- Windows
- Linux
draw.io vs yEd Graph Editor
A side-by-side comparison to help you choose.
yEd Graph Editor
yEd Graph Editor edges ahead on overall rating and fit.
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yEd Graph Editor
Free desktop flowchart and graph editor with automatic layout and data import
Free plan
- macOS
- Windows
- Linux
Feature comparison
| draw.io | yEd Graph Editor | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 |
| Pricing | Open source | Free plan |
| Starting price | — | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Included |
| Offers free trial | No | No |
| Platforms | Web app, macOS, Windows, Linux | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Integrations | Google Workspace, GitHub | — |
| Best for | Free flowcharts, Local/offline diagrams, Teams with an existing documentation storage workflow | Individual process documentation, technical graphs, data-driven layouts |
| Founded | — | 2000 |
| Company | draw.io Ltd / draw.io AG | yWorks GmbH |