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yEd Graph EditorSmartDraw
Free

Free to download and use; yWorks sells its other diagramming products separately.

 Paid

Commercial software aimed at individuals and organisations.

Windows, macOS, Linux Web
  • Automatic layout arranges large diagrams in one step
  • Imports data from Excel spreadsheets and XML
  • Scaled floor plans without full CAD software
  • Thousands of industry-standard symbols
  • Closed source
  • Desktop only; online editing requires other yWorks products
  • Paid product
  • Less precise than dedicated CAD tools for engineering work
Downloadable app Web application
Closed source Closed source
License: Proprietary freeware License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Account needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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