HEFLO
HEFLO: A broad BPMN and automation platform with a free academic tier and enterprise controls. Ranked #2 of 27 in Process Mapping Software by our editors (9.2/10); pricing: Free plan; best for teams wanting free BPMN mapping plus automation.
At a glance
- Editor score9.2 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forTeams wanting free BPMN mapping plus automation
- Free planYes
- BPMN supportYes
- Founded2015 · São Paulo, Brazil
- Facts checked22 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free Academic plan includes BPMN diagramming, imports, exports and cloud storage
- Combines documentation, version comparison, publication and workflow automation
- Supports web and self-hosted deployments with AI and identity integrations
Where it doesn't
- Business process automation is highlighted only in the Enterprise plan
- Lite and Enterprise require in-application or plan-based purchasing
- The platform may be broader than needed for teams seeking simple mapping only
Our verdict on HEFLO
HEFLO is a business process management platform for organizations and consultancies that need to model, document, govern, publish and automate processes. Its BPMN 2.0 support, structured documentation, version history, process portal and collaboration features make it suited to teams managing complex or high-volume workflows. It is delivered through web and self-hosted deployments, with options described for cloud, private cloud and on-premises use.
The plan structure starts with Academic at no cost, covering BPMN process diagramming, cloud-stored diagrams, image downloads, import and export, and community support. Lite adds documentation and publishing tools, PDF process documentation, Academy access, feedback on published documentation, additional diagram types and chat support. Enterprise adds business process automation, deadline alerts, AI, web service integration, phone, chat and portal support with SLA, and single sign-on. This makes the free tier useful for diagramming, while paid tiers extend the product toward governed documentation and operational workflows.
HEFLO’s standout strength is its breadth: teams can move from BPMN modeling to instructions, rules, roles, supporting information, publication, comments, restoration of previous versions and workflow execution with routing, deadlines, alerts and traceability. AI-assisted process and documentation generation adds another layer to the modeling workflow. Integrations include DocuSign, DeepL, Azure AD, Okta, ADFS and AWS. Choose HEFLO when process governance and automation belong in the same environment; teams needing only lightweight visual mapping may prefer a narrower tool.
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HEFLO fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| BPMN support | Yes |
| Process documentation | Yes |
| Version history | Yes |
| Workflow automation | Yes |
| Export formats | BPMN 2.0 XML, image files, PDF |
| Map limit | Not verified |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web |
| Compliance & security | GDPR, SSO/SAML, 2FA |
| Support | Live chat, Phone, Community, Docs |
| Built for | Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 6 integrations: DocuSign, DeepL, Azure AD, Okta, ADFS, AWS |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | heflo.com |
| Facts checked | 22 Sep 2026 |
HEFLO integrations
HEFLO lists 6 integrations on its own site.
- DocuSign
- DeepL
- Azure AD
- Okta
- ADFS
- AWS
Alternatives to HEFLO
- ADONISA broad BPMN suite for teams that need governed process management.9.4
- Bizagi ModelerA capable free BPMN modeler with enterprise collaboration and governance options.9.1
- GBTEC Process DesignA deep process analysis suite for organizations that need modeling, simulation, and governance.8.9
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