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Head-to-head · Flowchart Software

ConceptDraw DIAGRAM vs SmartDraw

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score ConceptDraw DIAGRAM #3 in Flowchart Software 9.0/10 21-day trial Free trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit ConceptDraw
SmartDraw #6 in Flowchart Software 8.7/10 Paid ✓ 1 of 3 features Visit SmartDraw

ConceptDraw DIAGRAM leads on 0 checks, SmartDraw on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreConceptDraw DIAGRAM · 9.0/10
  • Free trialonly ConceptDraw DIAGRAM
  • Most featuresSmartDraw · 1 of 3

ConceptDraw DIAGRAM scores higher on our rubric for flowchart software: 9.0 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #6.

ConceptDraw DIAGRAM is the better fit for desktop users needing Visio-compatible diagrams. SmartDraw is the better fit for teams needing flowcharts plus technical diagrams.

  • ConceptDraw DIAGRAM fits best

    Desktop users needing Visio-compatible diagrams

  • SmartDraw fits best

    Teams needing flowcharts plus technical diagrams

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Side by side

Feature ConceptDraw DIAGRAM 9.0/10 Visit ↗ SmartDraw 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.0 8.7
Ranking #3 in Flowchart Software #6 in Flowchart Software
Best for Desktop users needing Visio-compatible diagrams Teams needing flowcharts plus technical diagrams
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $199 one-time —
Free plan — —
Free trial 21 days —
Deployment Desktop Cloud, Desktop
Platforms Windows, macOS Web, Windows, macOS, Linux
Support Tickets Email, Live chat, Docs
Integrations 3 integrations 14 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ConceptDraw DIAGRAM 0/3 · SmartDraw 1/3
Flowchart templates Not checked yet Not checked yet
Real-time collaboration Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Offline access Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Import/export formats Not checked yet Not checked yet
Supported platforms Not checked yet Not checked yet
Diagrams on free plan Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Imports and exports Microsoft Visio formats
  • Covers flowcharts plus business and technical diagram types
  • Includes stencil libraries, templates, and multiple connector styles
  • Combines flowcharts with floor plans and technical diagram types.
  • Supports real-time editing, comments, and version history.
  • Imports and exports Visio files and connects to major work platforms.
Cons
  • Desktop deployment limits use to Windows and macOS apps
  • The paid license starts at $199 one-time
  • Its scope extends well beyond flowcharts and process diagrams
  • There is no free plan.
  • Subscriptions are paid annually.
  • Enterprise pricing is not published.
Our verdict

ConceptDraw DIAGRAM is desktop diagramming software for Windows and macOS, aimed at people who need to create business or technical visual documents. Flowcharts and process diagrams sit alongside UML diagrams, organizational charts,…

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SmartDraw brings flowcharts together with scaled floor plans, organizational charts, mind maps, project charts, and technical diagrams. It is aimed at professional teams across areas such as construction, facilities, public safety,…

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  1. ConceptDraw DIAGRAMFlowchart Software 9.021-day trial
  2. SmartDrawFlowchart Software 8.7Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • ConceptDraw DIAGRAM — where it wins

    • Imports and exports Microsoft Visio formats
    • Covers flowcharts plus business and technical diagram types
    • Includes stencil libraries, templates, and multiple connector styles

    Where it doesn't

    • Desktop deployment limits use to Windows and macOS apps
    • The paid license starts at $199 one-time
    • Its scope extends well beyond flowcharts and process diagrams

  • SmartDraw — where it wins

    • Combines flowcharts with floor plans and technical diagram types.
    • Supports real-time editing, comments, and version history.
    • Imports and exports Visio files and connects to major work platforms.

    Where it doesn't

    • There is no free plan.
    • Subscriptions are paid annually.
    • Enterprise pricing is not published.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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