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Lucidchart vs yEd Graph Editor

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

Lucidchart

Free plan WebiPhoneAndroid

Choose Lucidchart for a broad range of diagrams, real-time collaboration, offline editing, and connections to spreadsheet data. Its free plan is limited to basic diagramming access; Enterprise Shield is the option described for added security and granular control.

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yEd Graph Editor

Free plan LinuxMacWindows

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

LucidchartyEd Graph Editor
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onWeb, iPhone, AndroidLinux, Mac, Windows
Lowest paid planFree or on requestFree or on request
Plans published41
MakerLucidchartyEd Graph Editor
Websitelucidchart.comyworks.com
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Lucidchart: what it does well

  • Supports ten diagram types, including UML, ERDs, and C4 models.
  • Real-time collaboration and offline editing are available.
  • Links Google Sheets, Excel, and CSV data to visualizations.
  • Imports Visio, Draw.io XML, OmniGraffle, BPMN, and XPDL.
  • Exports to PDF, image, vector, Visio, JSON, and CSV formats.

What to know first

  • The free plan provides basic diagramming access.
  • Enterprise Shield security and granular controls are enterprise features.

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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