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Head-to-head · Flowchart Software

Lucidchart vs EdrawMax

  • 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
EdrawMax #8 in Flowchart Software 8.5/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit EdrawMax

Lucidchart leads on 0 checks, EdrawMax 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 scoreLucidchart · 9.3/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly EdrawMax
  • Most featuresLucidchart · 1 of 3

Lucidchart scores higher on our rubric for flowchart software: 9.3 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #8.

Lucidchart is the better fit for teams needing collaborative, connected flowcharts. EdrawMax is the better fit for cross-platform users wanting broad diagram tools.

  • Lucidchart fits best

    Teams needing collaborative, connected flowcharts

  • EdrawMax fits best

    Cross-platform users wanting broad diagram tools

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Side by side

Feature Lucidchart 9.3/10 Visit ↗ EdrawMax 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.3 8.5
Ranking #1 in Flowchart Software #8 in Flowchart Software
Best for Teams needing collaborative, connected flowcharts Cross-platform users wanting broad diagram tools
Pricing model Free Free plan + paid
Starting price Free $5.90/mo
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — 7 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Integrations 100+ integrations 2 integrations
Features Lucidchart 1/3 · EdrawMax 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.
  • Works across web, desktop, Linux, iOS, and Android
  • Imports CSV, Visio, SVG, and CAD files
  • Exports to Office, PDF, SVG, HTML, and Visio
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.
  • Flowchart-specific depth is less emphasized than broad diagramming
  • Free plan limits Visio, SVG, and CAD imports
  • Premium cross-platform access may require contacting EdrawMax
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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EdrawMax is a diagramming and infographic platform for individuals, educators, marketers, engineers, and teams. Its drag-and-drop editor combines templates, symbol libraries, data visualization, chart creation, and AI-assisted infographic…

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  1. LucidchartFlowchart Software 9.3Free plan
  2. EdrawMaxFlowchart Software 8.5Free plan · 7-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.

  • EdrawMax — where it wins

    • Works across web, desktop, Linux, iOS, and Android
    • Imports CSV, Visio, SVG, and CAD files
    • Exports to Office, PDF, SVG, HTML, and Visio

    Where it doesn't

    • Flowchart-specific depth is less emphasized than broad diagramming
    • Free plan limits Visio, SVG, and CAD imports
    • Premium cross-platform access may require contacting EdrawMax
  • Lucidchart9.3/10 · Free plan

    A collaborative flowchart suite with broad integrations, AI tools, and offline browser editing.

    Visit LucidchartFull verdict →
  • EdrawMax8.5/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial

    A cross-platform diagram suite with generous imports, exports, templates, and collaboration.

    Visit EdrawMaxFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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