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patchley vs sysdraw
Both stand on ai diagram generators. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIWeb
Patchley combines live process capture, diagram editing, documentation, and analysis for structured BPM work. Its free limits and focus on integrating with existing suites may shape fit for larger teams.
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Free plan Web
sysdraw combines diagram creation, Mermaid import, and collaboration on an infinite canvas. Consider its plan limits and the service’s recommendation to export important work as a backup.
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| patchley | sysdraw | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Professional: €15 per seat a month | Pro: $6 a month |
| Plans published | 3 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | patchley.com | sysdraw.app |
| On ai diagram generators | #26 of 32 | #30 of 32 |
patchley: what it does well
- Creates BPMN 2.0 diagrams from conversations
- Builds traceable process landscapes
- Generates SOPs and control documentation
- Exports BPMN 2.0 XML
- Free plan supports audio and text capture
What to know first
- Free plan allows only five generations
- Professional costs €15 per user monthly
- Designed to feed, not replace, BPM suites
- Enterprise pricing requires contacting Patchley
sysdraw: what it does well
- Infinite canvas for system design and architecture diagrams.
- Plain-English prompts produce editable diagrams.
- Imports eight listed Mermaid diagram types.
- Live collaboration includes comments and role-based invitations.
- Local-first auto-save works offline without signup.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to 10 scenes.
- Free plan includes five AI generations per month.
- Free plan lists PNG export only.
- Service is provided without an uptime or error-free guarantee.
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