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Head-to-head · Diagram Software

EdrawMax vs Cacoo

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score EdrawMax #5 in Diagram Software 8.8/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit EdrawMax
Cacoo #8 in Diagram Software 8.5/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 2 of 3 features Visit Cacoo

EdrawMax leads on 1 check, Cacoo on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreEdrawMax · 8.8/10
  • Lowest starting priceEdrawMax · $5.90/mo
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialboth
  • Most featuresCacoo · 2 of 3

EdrawMax scores higher on our rubric for diagram software: 8.8 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #8.

EdrawMax is cheaper to start at $5.90/user/mo against $6/user/mo.

EdrawMax is the better fit for affordable AI-assisted visual diagramming. Cacoo is the better fit for small teams wanting low-cost live collaboration.

  • EdrawMax fits best

    Affordable AI-assisted visual diagramming

  • Cacoo fits best

    Small teams wanting low-cost live collaboration

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Side by side

Feature EdrawMax 8.8/10 Visit ↗ Cacoo 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.5
Ranking #5 in Diagram Software #8 in Diagram Software
Best for Affordable AI-assisted visual diagramming Small teams wanting low-cost live collaboration
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $5.90/mo (best) $6/user/mo
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 7 days 14 days
Free trial length 7 days 14 days · no card needed
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Self-hosted
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web
Integrations 2 integrations 10 integrations
Features EdrawMax 0/3 · Cacoo 2/3
Real-time collaboration Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Desktop app Not checked yet Not checked yet
Version history Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Specs
Diagram types Not checked yet flowcharts, wireframes, mind maps, process diagrams, BPMN diagrams, network diagrams, UML diagrams, organizational charts, timelines, charts, wireframes
Export formats Not checked yet PNG, SVG, PDF, PS, PPT
Import formats Not checked yet Microsoft Visio, CSV
Maximum editors Not checked yet 1 editors
Our review
Pros
  • Free plan includes 500 AI tokens and broad export options
  • AI generates infographics from text, documents, and URLs
  • Runs on web, desktop, Linux, iOS, and Android
  • Free plan includes unlimited users, real-time editing, comments, and chat
  • Supports flowcharts, wireframes, mind maps, and technical diagrams
  • Offers web and private-server Enterprise deployment
Cons
  • Verified integrations are limited to Google Drive and Dropbox
  • Visio, SVG, and CAD imports are limited on the Free plan
  • Cross-platform premium access may require contacting EdrawMax
  • Pro lists support for 1 user
  • Enterprise pricing is custom on the main pricing page
  • Platform coverage centers on web and self-hosted deployment
Our verdict

EdrawMax is a diagramming and infographic creation platform for individuals, educators, marketers, engineers, and teams. Its drag-and-drop editor supports diagrams, infographics, charts, templates, symbol libraries, and data visualization.…

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Cacoo is an online diagramming and visual collaboration tool from Nulab, Inc. It is designed for teams creating flowcharts, wireframes, mind maps, technical diagrams, charts, tables, Kanban boards, and brainstorming workflows. Real-time…

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  1. EdrawMaxDiagram Software 8.8Free plan · 7-day trial
  2. CacooDiagram Software 8.5Free plan · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • EdrawMax — where it wins

    • Free plan includes 500 AI tokens and broad export options
    • AI generates infographics from text, documents, and URLs
    • Runs on web, desktop, Linux, iOS, and Android

    Where it doesn't

    • Verified integrations are limited to Google Drive and Dropbox
    • Visio, SVG, and CAD imports are limited on the Free plan
    • Cross-platform premium access may require contacting EdrawMax

  • Cacoo — where it wins

    • Free plan includes unlimited users, real-time editing, comments, and chat
    • Supports flowcharts, wireframes, mind maps, and technical diagrams
    • Offers web and private-server Enterprise deployment

    Where it doesn't

    • Pro lists support for 1 user
    • Enterprise pricing is custom on the main pricing page
    • Platform coverage centers on web and self-hosted deployment
  • EdrawMax8.8/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial

    A low-cost, cross-platform diagramming tool with AI, imports, exports, and collaboration.

    Visit EdrawMaxFull verdict →
  • Cacoo8.5/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A low-cost collaborative diagramming tool with broad formats and deployment options.

    Visit CacooFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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