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OmniGraffle
by OmniGraffle
What OmniGraffle is
OmniGraffle is a paid diagramming, rapid-prototyping, and vector-graphics application for macOS and iOS. It supports family trees, flow charts, organizational charts, layouts, directed graphs, and nondirected graphs. Intelligent grouping, snapping, and alignment tools help position objects precisely, while canvases, layers, groups, and fixed, flexible, or infinite canvas modes organize documents. Automatic layouts use Graphviz for circular, radial, hierarchical, and force-directed charts. The app imports image, PDF, OmniOutliner, and multiple Visio formats, and exports PNG, JPG, GIF, BMP, TIFF, PDF, EPS, PSD, SVG, OmniOutliner, and Visio XML. Visio support, SVG export, interactive actions, and JavaScript automation are listed as Pro features. JavaScript automation works across iOS and macOS, with AppleScript on Mac. Files can remain on-device or use iCloud, OmniPresence, and other storage providers. Documents can be protected with a password or Touch ID. A 14-day trial is available, but there is no free plan.
Who it suits
OmniGraffle suits professionals who organize or communicate visually on Apple devices. It is useful for diagramming, prototyping, and precise vector layouts with optional automation and Visio compatibility.
What it does well
- Supports many diagram and graph types
- Precise grouping, snapping, and alignment tools
- Graphviz provides several automatic layout styles
- Imports and exports multiple Visio formats
- Password or Touch ID document protection
What to know first
- No free plan
- Limited to iOS and macOS platforms
- Pro features require a Pro license or subscription
- Some listed licenses have substantial one-time costs
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard License | Mac perpetual license · Includes all 7.x updates | On request |
| Pro License | Mac perpetual license · Includes all 7.x updates | On request |
| Annual Subscription | Mac, iPhone, and iPad access · Latest Pro version · No major version upgrade cost | On request |
| OmniGraffle 3 for iOS — v3 Pro License | Purchase once; includes all 3.x updates · iPhone and iPad application only · iOS/iPadOS 16 or newer | $119.99, paid once |
| OmniGraffle Subscription | per year; auto-renews until canceled · Mac, iPhone, and iPad access · latest Pro version · macOS 14 and iOS/iPadOS 16 or newer | $129.99 a year |
| OmniGraffle 7 for Mac — v7 Standard License | Purchase once; includes all 7.x updates · Mac application only · macOS 14 or newer | $149.99, paid once |
| OmniGraffle 7 for Mac — v7 Pro License | Purchase once; includes all 7.x updates · Mac application only · macOS 14 or newer | $249.99, paid once |
| OmniGraffle 3 for iOS — v3 Standard License | Purchase once; includes all 3.x updates · iPhone and iPad application only · iOS/iPadOS 16 or newer | $59.99, paid once |
As omnigroup.com lists them, read 20 Sept 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
OmniGraffle offers structured diagramming, vector editing, automation, and broad file-format support for Apple platforms. The 14-day trial helps evaluation, while platform limits and Pro-tier distinctions matter when choosing a license.
Facts from OmniGraffle's own pages
- App lock
- The feature page says documents can be protected with an additional password or Touch ID. · omnigroup.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Audience
- The product is described as made for professionals who need to organize or communicate visually. · omnigroup.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Automatic layout
- Diagram layout uses the Graphviz engine and offers circular, radial, hierarchical, and force-directed charts. · omnigroup.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Automation
- JavaScript automation works across iOS and macOS, and AppleScript is available on Mac. · omnigroup.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Company
- The Omni Group is employee-owned and based in Seattle, Washington, with employees across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. · omnigroup.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Diagram types
- family trees,flow charts,org charts,layouts,directed graphs,nondirected graphs · omnigroup.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Document organization
- Documents can use canvases, layers, groups, and fixed, flexible, or infinite canvas modes. · omnigroup.com, 9 Oct 2026
- File compatibility
- The product supports Visio files, templates, and stencils, and can export Visio data as XML. · omnigroup.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Free plan
- No · omnigroup.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- Seattle, Washington, United States · omnigroup.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Precision tools
- Intelligent grouping, snapping, and alignment tools support precise object placement. · omnigroup.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- Omni says it does not share data gathered from its apps or websites with social media or advertising services. · omnigroup.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Pro distinction
- Visio support, SVG export, interactive actions, and JavaScript automation are listed as Pro features in the feature comparison. · omnigroup.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- OmniGraffle is for diagramming, rapid prototyping, and creating professional vector graphics. · omnigroup.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Storage choices
- Documents can be stored on the device or with iCloud, OmniPresence, and other document storage and syncing providers. · omnigroup.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Support
- The company describes long-term customer support as part of its philosophy and lists a support resource on its site. · omnigroup.com, 9 Oct 2026
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