Compare Draw.io and Visio 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (49.6% of reviews)
Enterprise (43.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$0.00
Draw.io
Star Rating
(417)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (49.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Draw.ioVisio
Star Rating
(664)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00
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- Users report that Visio excels in its integration capabilities, particularly with Microsoft products, making it a preferred choice for enterprises already using Microsoft ecosystems. In contrast, Draw.io is praised for its seamless integration with Google Drive, which is beneficial for small businesses that rely on Google Workspace.
- Reviewers mention that Draw.io offers a more user-friendly interface with a higher ease of use rating (8.8) compared to Visio (8.1). This makes Draw.io a better option for users who prioritize a straightforward design experience.
- G2 users highlight that Visio has a robust set of templates and design tools, which are particularly useful for complex diagrams. However, users on G2 also note that Draw.io provides a wide variety of templates that cater well to quick and simple diagramming needs.
- Users say that both products have strong collaborative features, but Draw.io shines with its real-time collaborative editing capabilities, allowing multiple users to work on a diagram simultaneously, which is a significant advantage for teams.
- Reviewers mention that while both products support exporting capabilities, Visio's export options are more extensive, allowing for a variety of file formats that cater to different professional needs, whereas Draw.io is noted for its simplicity in exporting to common formats.
- Users report that Draw.io's cloud storage integration is a standout feature, particularly for small businesses looking for flexibility and accessibility, while Visio's desktop application is favored by enterprises that require offline access and advanced functionalities.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Draw.io
No pricing availableVisio
Free
$0.00
A basic Visio plan is included for free as part of Microsoft 365 subscription.
- Great for viewing diagrams and minor editing
- Coauthor, edit, add comments, and share diagrams in real time via the Visio web app or Microsoft Teams
- Access dozens of templates and sample diagrams to create: Business diagrams, General flowcharts, Basic organization charts Infographic timelines
Free Trial
Draw.io
No trial information availableVisio
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
358
8.8
579
Ease of Use
8.8
362
8.1
583
Ease of Setup
9.0
71
8.6
117
Ease of Admin
8.3
50
8.1
106
Quality of Support
8.0
211
8.0
371
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.4
39
8.4
94
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
348
6.7
569
Features by Category
Communication
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Content Management
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Productivity Tools
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Administration
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Logistics
Not enough data
8.5
108
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8.1
93
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8.3
125
Not enough data
8.3
108
Not enough data
8.2
48
Editing & Design
Not enough data
9.1
137
Not enough data
8.7
126
Not enough data
8.8
134
Not enough data
8.7
136
Not enough data
8.6
131
Design Tools
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Communication Tools
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Integrations
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Software Offering
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Collaboration Tools
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Visual Tools
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Mind Map Availability
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Collaboration
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Hardware
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Security
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Platform Basics
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Platform Additional Functionality
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Draw.io and Visio are categorized as Diagramming
Unique Categories
Draw.io has no unique categories
Visio is categorized as Org Chart, Collaborative Whiteboard, Mind Mapping, Visual Collaboration Platforms, and Wireframing
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Draw.io
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Visio
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
15.9%
Information Technology and Services
15.7%
Design
5.4%
Internet
3.7%
Higher Education
3.7%
Other
55.6%
Information Technology and Services
9.9%
Hospital & Health Care
6.3%
Computer Software
5.4%
Higher Education
4.6%
Computer Networking
3.2%
Other
70.5%
Most Helpful Reviews
Draw.io
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Retail
I like the ease of use as and am a fan of the amount of variety draw.io offers for designing and maintaining complex charts
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Hospitality
Generally the main connection to save it all with google or on a other cloud.
Visio
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Edwin M.
Verified User in Telecommunications
This software developed by Microsoft is excellent, it is more than a simple design tool, it is like magic, with it you can capture a whole process and do it in a very professional way, since it has pre-designed figures and a great variety of...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Warehousing
the autoconnections points to link the shapes
Verified User in Retail
I like the ease of use as and am a fan of the amount of variety draw.io offers for designing and maintaining complex charts
Edwin M.
Verified User in Telecommunications
This software developed by Microsoft is excellent, it is more than a simple design tool, it is like magic, with it you can capture a whole process and do it in a very professional way, since it has pre-designed figures and a great variety of...
Verified User in Hospitality
Generally the main connection to save it all with google or on a other cloud.
Verified User in Warehousing
the autoconnections points to link the shapes
Alternatives
Discussions
Some time it automaticaly stoped responding even it is connected to network.
2 comments
SL
Hi,
On the upper part where says "Help" there is an option to turn on the "Work Offline" option, when you clic it explains how to use the offline...Read more
Do you plan to create a offline tool?
2 comments
AB
Happy to say this already exists.
From the "Help" menu, "Download draw.io Desktop..."Read more
Could the concurrence of people working on the same diagram be implemented?
2 comments
GM
Yes, It is workable by your entire teamRead more
What is most interesting thing you like on Visio?
4 comments
JP
That depends what are you trying to do. In my opinion. the ability to draw different types of diagrams using forms libraries, either built-in or that you can...Read more
Is there any option (search engine) available in software, where I can import shapes from Internet?
2 comments
ES
Hello,
you can go to insert and then select online photos and type the name of the stencil you want to import. for example CISCO Stencil
regards,
ElieRead more
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