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Grapholite vs yEd Graph Editor

Both stand on diagram software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Grapholite

Free trial AndroidiPhoneMac+2

Grapholite covers varied diagramming needs with broad format support, floor-planning tools, and online or offline use. Review the license terms and single-editor limit before choosing a plan.

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yEd offers broad diagram formats and layout options at no charge, with desktop versions for three operating systems. Its Java requirement and license restrictions are important considerations for deployment and sharing.

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The facts

	Grapholite	yEd Graph Editor
Free plan	Not published	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows	Linux, Mac, Windows
Lowest paid plan	Personal: $49.99, paid once	Free or on request
Plans published	3	1
Maker	Not published	yEd Graph Editor
Website	grapholite.com	yworks.com
On diagram software	#28 of 36	#24 of 36

Grapholite: what it does well

Supports many business diagram types
Includes floor-planning elements and dimensions
Exports JPEG, PNG, PDF, SVG, and VDX
Works online and offline
Offers a time-unlimited free trial

What to know first

Maximum listed editors: one
Paid plans use one-time license fees
Windows Store and iPad apps vary by plan
Collaboration requires server-stored diagrams

yEd Graph Editor: what it does well

Free for personal and commercial use
Available for Linux, macOS, and Windows
Offers multiple automatic layout options
Imports GraphML, Excel XLS, GEDCOM, and GML
Exports to PDF, SVG, PNG, and other formats

What to know first

Requires a suitable Java Runtime Environment
License limits use to one installed copy
Redistribution and automated-process use are prohibited
Interface localization is listed for English and German

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