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Head-to-head · Flowchart Software

Lucidchart vs ConceptDraw DIAGRAM

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Lucidchart #1 in Flowchart Software 9.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 3 features Visit Lucidchart
ConceptDraw DIAGRAM #3 in Flowchart Software 9.0/10 21-day trial Free trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit ConceptDraw

Lucidchart leads on 1 check, ConceptDraw DIAGRAM on 0, and 1 is 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 scoreLucidchart · 9.3/10
  • Free planonly Lucidchart
  • Free trialonly ConceptDraw DIAGRAM
  • Most featuresLucidchart · 1 of 3

Lucidchart scores higher on our rubric for flowchart software: 9.3 against 9.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #3.

Lucidchart offers free plan; ConceptDraw DIAGRAM doesn't.

Lucidchart is the better fit for teams needing collaborative, connected flowcharts. ConceptDraw DIAGRAM is the better fit for desktop users needing Visio-compatible diagrams.

  • Lucidchart fits best

    Teams needing collaborative, connected flowcharts

  • ConceptDraw DIAGRAM fits best

    Desktop users needing Visio-compatible diagrams

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Side by side

Feature Lucidchart 9.3/10 Visit ↗ ConceptDraw DIAGRAM 9.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.3 9.0
Ranking #1 in Flowchart Software #3 in Flowchart Software
Best for Teams needing collaborative, connected flowcharts Desktop users needing Visio-compatible diagrams
Pricing model Free Paid
Starting price Free $199 one-time
Free plan ✓ (best) —
Free trial — 21 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Desktop
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Windows, macOS
Support Community, Docs Tickets
Integrations 100+ integrations 3 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Lucidchart 1/3 · ConceptDraw DIAGRAM 0/3
Flowchart templates Not checked yet Not checked yet
Real-time collaboration ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Offline access Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Import/export formats VSDX, VSD, VDX, Draw.io XML, OmniGraffle flat files, BPMN, XPDL; export PDF, PNG, JPEG, SVG, VDX, VSDX, JSON, CSV Not checked yet
Supported platforms Not checked yet Not checked yet
Diagrams on free plan Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Real-time collaborative editing supports shared diagram work.
  • Imports and exports widely used formats, including Visio and Draw.io.
  • AI generation, data linking, and 100 integrations extend diagram workflows.
  • Imports and exports Microsoft Visio formats
  • Covers flowcharts plus business and technical diagram types
  • Includes stencil libraries, templates, and multiple connector styles
Cons
  • The product spans many diagram types, which may exceed simple flowchart needs.
  • Support channels are limited to community resources and documentation.
  • Plan pricing and price-based limits are not presented here.
  • 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
Our verdict

Lucidchart is a cloud-based diagramming application for individuals, teams, and enterprises that need to visualize processes, systems, and relationships. Its scope includes process maps, flowcharts, organizational charts, technical and…

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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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  1. LucidchartFlowchart Software 9.3Free plan
  2. ConceptDraw DIAGRAMFlowchart Software 9.021-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Lucidchart — where it wins

    • Real-time collaborative editing supports shared diagram work.
    • Imports and exports widely used formats, including Visio and Draw.io.
    • AI generation, data linking, and 100 integrations extend diagram workflows.

    Where it doesn't

    • The product spans many diagram types, which may exceed simple flowchart needs.
    • Support channels are limited to community resources and documentation.
    • Plan pricing and price-based limits are not presented here.

  • 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

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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