# yEd Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra > With the help of Capterra, learn about yEd Software - reviews, pricing plans, popular comparisons to other Diagram products and more. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/158557/yEd --- # yEd Software Review 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons Last updated on March 13, 2026 Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. Independent research methodology Capterra’s researchers use a mix of verified reviews, independent research and objective methodologies to bring you selection and ranking information you can trust. While we may earn a referral fee when you visit a provider through our links or speak to an advisor, this has no influence on our research or methodology. 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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/resources/how-we-ensure-transparency/) [Description](#description)[Use cases](#use-cases)[Alternatives](#alternatives)[Features](#features)[Pricing](#pricing)[Integrations](#integrations)[Support](#support)[Reviews](#reviews) yEd ## What is yEd? On-premise graph editor that helps create, import, arrange and export diagrams manually or through automatic layout algorithms. ## What is yEd used for? [Diagram](https://www.capterra.com/diagram-software/) Overall rating Based on 16 user reviews Reviews sentiment Positive \- Neutral \- Negative \- Contact vendor for pricing Free trial available Capterra Shortlist charts the highest-rated and most popular products... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... 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[### QuickDBD](https://www.capterra.com/p/176397/QuickDBD/) [5.0 (7)](https://www.capterra.com/p/176397/QuickDBD/reviews/) Starting Price Contact vendor Starting Price $7 Flat Rate, One Time Free Trial Free Version Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version Ease Of Use 4.1 (16) Ease Of Use 5.0 (7) Value For Money 4.8 (15) Value For Money 5.0 (5) Customer Service 4.3 (8) Customer Service 4.7 (6) ## yEd alternatives [Dia Diagram Editor](https://www.capterra.com/p/158555/Dia/) [4.2 (28)](https://www.capterra.com/p/158555/Dia/reviews/) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 86% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/158555/Dia/) [StarUML](https://www.capterra.com/p/235358/StarUML/) [5.0 (1)](https://www.capterra.com/p/235358/StarUML/#reviews) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 100% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/235358/StarUML/) [GenMyModel](https://www.capterra.com/p/158554/GenMyModel/) [5.0 (1)](https://www.capterra.com/p/158554/GenMyModel/#reviews) Starting price $10.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 100% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/158554/GenMyModel/) [D3M](https://www.capterra.com/p/171703/D3M/) [4.7 (30)](https://www.capterra.com/p/171703/D3M/reviews/) Starting price $20.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 100% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/171703/D3M/) [View all alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/158557/yEd/alternatives/) ## Features Features with the highest number of reviews are displayed first. Those that have no reviews appear next, sorted alphabetically. Data Import/Export 5.0 (3) 66.67% of 3 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Import and export data to and from software applications Flowchart 5.0 (1) 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Diagram that represents an algorithm, workflow, or process Graphical Data Presentation 5.0 (1) 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Visual representation of data using various graphical elements such as charts, graphs, maps & other visual aids Graphical Workflow Editor 5.0 (1) 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Create, design and modify the flow and processes of tasks in a project Image Library 5.0 (1) 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Store and manage images Organizational Charting 5.0 (1) 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Diagram that shows the structure of an organization and the relationships between parts yEd 9 features Import and export data to and from software applications Diagram that represents an algorithm, workflow, or process Visual representation of data using various graphical elements such as charts, graphs, maps & other visual aids Create, design and modify the flow and processes of tasks in a project Store and manage images Diagram that depicts connections among nodes in a network Diagram that shows the structure of an organization and the relationships between parts Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks Features 4.3 (16) 4.3 Based on 16 reviews ## Pricing Value for money 4.8 (15) ### Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Free trial available Value for money 4.8 (15) 4.8 Based on 15 reviews ## Integrations [ Confluence](https://www.capterra.com/p/136446/Confluence/) ## Support, customer service and training options Customer Service 4.3 (8) Support - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat Training - In Person - Live Online - Webinars - Documentation - Videos Deployment - Web - Android - iPhone/iPad Typical users - Freelancers - Small businesses - Mid size businesses - Enterprises Customer Service 4.3 (8) 4.3 Based on 8 reviews ## User reviews Overall rating 4.6 Based on 16 reviews Filter by rating 5(11) 4(3) 3(2) 2(0) 1(0) Mentioned topic Sorted by most recent GL Geneveva l. instructor Alternative Medicine ### "Unleashing the Power of yFiles: Transforming My Vision into Visual Masterpieces" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 February 8, 2024 Pros Embarking on my yFiles journey has been nothing short of a revelation, unlocking a world of possibilities that has left me genuinely thrilled. What sets yFiles apart is its exceptional customizability – a feature that resonates deeply with my need for tailored, dynamic diagrams. From intricate data structures to elegant flowcharts, yFiles seamlessly adapts to my creative vision, turning concepts into visually stunning realities. The plethora of templates provided by yFiles has been a game-changer for me. As someone who values both efficiency and aesthetics, having a diverse range of templates at my fingertips has significantly expedited my workflow. It's not just about saving time; it's about finding the perfect visual expression for every scenario, effortlessly achieved with yFiles. Integration has always been a concern for me when adopting new tools. However, yFiles dispelled those worries with its effortless integration across applications and platforms. No matter where my work takes me, yFiles seamlessly integrates, becoming an indispensable part of my creative toolkit without any disruptions. Witnessing yFiles being used by industry leaders affirmed my decision to explore its capabilities. The professional touch it adds to my diagrams is nothing short of remarkable, elevating the visual appeal and communicative power. The confidence that comes with using a tool trusted by the best in the business is truly empowering. The assistance provided by the yFiles team has been exceptional. Navigating the feature-rich tool has been a breeze, thanks to the user-friendly interface and robust support. It's not just about the features; it's about the genuine dedication to helping users like me unlock the full potential of yFiles. In conclusion, yFiles isn't just a diagramming tool; it's a transformative experience. My journey with yFiles has been characterized by seamless customization, stunning templates, and a level of integration that aligns perfectly with my creative process. Join me in experiencing the joy of turning visions into visual masterpieces – with yFiles, the possibilities are as limitless as your imagination. Cons Nothing, it totally satisfiesd all requirements I had and I love the chatgpt Yed integration Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Aymeric L. PDG - consultant senior Management Consulting ### "Logiciel gratuit pour créer des logigrammes" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 November 16, 2023 Pros Des icônes prédéfinies, très paramétrable. J'utilise surtout le BPMN pour des descriptions de processus. Cela ne permet pas d'aller jusqu'à l'automatisation comme certains logiciels concurrents mais ce n'est pas mon usage. yEd permet de prendre des libertés pour avoir des représentations graphiques facilement compréhensibles de tous. Je m'en sers principalement pour décrire des flux et des processus. La version en ligne découverte il y a peu est excellente, bien plus riche. Je conseille de favoriser son utilisation à celle du logiciel de bureau. Cons Pas si simple à prendre en main : certaines éditions ne sont pas intuitives par exemple. Une utilisation de toutes les fonctionnalités nécessite surement plus de temps de formation que je m'en suis accordé. Quel dommage que la version installable soit si inférieure à la version en ligne ! Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. AU Anonymous User Riesgos Banking ### "Flujogramas con yEd " 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 November 23, 2022 Buena experiencia, menú amigable y buena interface Pros La versatilidad de la aplicación para crear flujogramas. Cons Crear más plantillas para facilitar flujogramas u organigramas Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. BS Bruno S. Student Management Consulting ### "yEd - solution for companies and students" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 July 26, 2021 My overall experience is very good. The price of the software is nice, the features are amazing! Pros I started using this software as a management student and keep using it daily on the company. The software has amazing features, is very easy to create flows and diagrams and is even easier to import and export. Cons Most probably the biggest improvement is the customer service that is not bad but sometimes takes some time to understand and reply to the real question. Switched from [Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/) I was used to PPW to draw some flows and charts and yEd is much easier and fast. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. RS Robert S. Project Manager Information Technology and Services ### "yEd usability" 3.0 Overall Rating 3.0 3.0 Ease of Use 3.0 3.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 2.0 2.0 Likelihood to Recommend 7/10 March 21, 2021 I was looking for a tool easy, with light installation, available in multiple Operating Systems, with a ready to use library to create diagrams like BPMN, Network, UML and so on, this tool helped me multiple time to be honest, the only thing is to make more easy the usability Pros yEd is a good tool to use for diagrams like BPMN, UML, business or similar kid of schema. In summary you can install a simple SW , where the library already give you a set of shapes ready to use for your activity, you can use it to create all the process schema requires in your documentation for example. This Sw is java based so, you can ran it on Windows, Mac or Linux, as you like, create your diagram, exporting it as image and include in your presentation or documents. Moreover you can have a web interface, interesting if you can't install this sw in the PC that you are using Cons Tool is good, you don't need to install so much SW in your PC/Mac to use it like other tools, however the usability is not so friendly, for example when you have to connect 2 shapes in a complex diagram is bit tricky adapt the arrows to avoid to overlap other shapes, using the local installation you cannot drag easily an existing shape in your diagram , you have to select first and drag it as second action, after that adapt again the arrows used for the connect Switched from [Visio](https://www.capterra.com/p/201133/Visio/) Visio is a good tool but with a heavy installation, it slow, available in Windows only and not so friendly Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Giuseppe B. software developer analista programmatore Executive Office ### "one of the best diagrams designer" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 February 15, 2020 Pros It is very easy to use and you could start to work once you open it. Symbols are enough and good looking. It works with the most known operative systems. Cons Maybe a more rich library of symbols could get the best from this software Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. AC Andre C. Founder Computer & Network Security ### "yEd is a great alternative to commercial diagram software" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 January 30, 2020 There is a constant need for diagrams, mostly network and server ones, in our company and the solutions we found were expensive and/or didn't provide the results we expected. After some research, we found yEd that is free and fulfills the majority of our needs. My only wish is for a larger palette of icons, but otherwise, it is a good software. Pros yEd is free, easy to use and fulfills the majority of our needs for diagramming networks and servers. Cons The palette of icons is limited in terms of available computers / servers / networking equipment, therefore the diagrams look a little repetitive. Switched from [EdrawMax](https://www.capterra.com/p/82970/EDraw-Max/) eDraw is expensive and yEd has the same features. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Vedran P. Technical Architect Information Technology and Services ### "Great free charting and graphing tool" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 3.0 3.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 August 15, 2019 As a Technical Architect, I am using yEd to create ERD data models, System class diagrams and integration diagrams. It gives me the tools I need without having to pay for additional software licenses. Pros This is an great solution for those who don't have enough budget to go for a paid charting tool. It provides a good set of basic shapes and graph types which enable you to complete your work. It works fast and does not demand a lot of computer resources. Cons The shape and graph tool library is sometimes not large enough so in that case you will have to go with a paid solution like Visio or Lucidchart. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Rick B. Senior Engineer: Rocket Motors and Warheads Defense & Space ### "Once you dig in, you find the real value!" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 3.0 3.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 February 15, 2019 yED is a feature rich experience that offers everything I need to present diagrams and flow charts to clients. I am able to format the charts professionally and change details on the fly, all the while making sure that the information stays correct. Pros What I like the most about yED is that it has absolutely any feature that you can think that a diagramming and graphing editor should have. It most useful, powerful feature is that it rearranges your flow diagrams for you based on criteria that you set. Using this feature allows you to go wild and add branches everywhere on your diagrams which yED will then rearrange neatly for you when the time comes. Cons What I liked the least about yED was the initial learning curve it took to get everything right. There are a lot functions that do not work seamlessly, and you need to click around a bit to figure out how to get the program to respond the way you expect it to. I also think it is outdated that you have to manually resize blocks when text overflows it; this is a bit of a downer for me. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. CH Carrie H. Sr. Biomedical Engineer Medical Devices ### "yEd" 3.0 Overall Rating 3.0 3.0 Ease of Use 2.0 2.0 Features 3.0 3.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 6/10 January 23, 2019 Free way to create flow charts, process flows without needing to buy/install Visio. Pros Free software with capabilities similar to Visio. Cons User Interface isn't completely intuitive. Takes some time to learn it. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. [View all Reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/158557/yEd/reviews/) ## Top-rated software of 2026 ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox. 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