Shapes AlternativesDiagram Editors and other similar apps like Shapes

Shapes is described as 'Simple, elegant diagramming app for OS X. Shapes gives you all of the most important features you need in a diagramming tool without all the extra cruft, and without breaking the bank!' and is a Diagram Editor. There are more than 25 alternatives to Shapes for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Web-based, Linux and PortableApps.com apps. The best Shapes alternative is draw.io, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Shapes are LibreOffice - Draw, yEd Graph Editor, Dia and Lucidchart.

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  1. draw.io icon

    draw.io

     1055 likes

    Feature-rich diagram editor offering privacy-focused, ad-free experience with real-time collaboration, offline usage, dark mode, and cloud storage support. No registration required and compatible with various diagram formats, it excels in simplicity by not tracking user data.

    163 draw.io alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
    • Notion
    • Self-Hosted
    • Nextcloud
    • Microsoft SharePoint
    • Flathub
    • Microsoft OneDrive
    • PortableApps.com
    • Google Drive
    • Google Docs
    • Microsoft Teams
    • Google Slides
    • Flatpak
    • Google Sheets
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    Use the diagram editor in dark mode. Go to app.diagrams.net/?splash=0&ui=dark
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  2. LibreOffice - Draw icon

    LibreOffice - Draw

     326 likes

    Draw lets you produce anything from a quick sketch to a complex plan, and gives you the means to communicate with graphics and diagrams. With a maximum page size of 300cm by 300cm, Draw is a an excellent package for producing technical drawings, general posters, and much else.

    106 LibreOffice - Draw alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
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    • European Union flagEU
    LibreOffice - Draw screenshot 1
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  4. yEd Graph Editor icon

    yEd Graph Editor

     447 likes

    yEd is a powerful diagram editor that can be used to quickly create diagrams manually or import external data for analysis and auto-magically arrange even large data sets by just pressing a button. You can use yEd to quickly create flow charts, BPMN and UML diagrams...

    121 yEd Graph Editor alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • BSD
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    • European Union flagEU
    yEd Graph Editor screenshot 1
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    ClickCharts

    Design flowcharts, UML, Venn, and mind map diagrams with customizable templates, varied symbols, shapes, connector styles, overlapping sheet support, and intuitive drag-and-drop editing. Export visuals as images, edit multiple di...

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  6. Dia icon

    Dia

     458 likes

    Open-source diagram editor supporting Linux, Windows, Unix, and Mac OS X, with features for constructing entity relationship, UML, flowchart, and network diagrams, customizable with XML-defined shapes, extensibility, and a GTK+-based graphical user interface.

    96 Dia alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
    • FreeBSD
    • Xfce
    • DragonFly BSD
    • NetBSD
    • OpenBSD
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    Dia screenshot 1
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  7. Lucidchart icon

    Lucidchart

     538 likes

    Lucidchart is a cloud-based platform that promotes teamwork through diagramming, collaboration, and data visualization. It serves millions worldwide, offering flowcharts, UML, real-time collaboration, Visio support, and browser access. Designed for innovation and understanding, it integrates easily into workflows.

    105 Lucidchart alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • US flagUnited States
    Lucidchart Templates and Examples: With hundreds of template examples to choose from, you can start diagramming in no time.
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  9. Microsoft Visio icon

    Microsoft Visio

     251 likes

    Create data-connected diagrams with real-time collaboration as part of the Office Suite. Ideal for IT and business professionals, it visualizes complex info with ease, providing intuitive tools for diagramming, mind mapping, and vector graphics.

    147 Microsoft Visio alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    Microsoft Visio screenshot 1
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  10. Google Drawings icon

    Google Drawings

     79 likes

    Google Drawings, part of Google Drive, allows users to collaborate creating, sharing, and editing images or drawings. It can be used for creating charts, diagrams, designs, flow-charts, etc.

    75 Google Drawings alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Chrome OS
    • Google Chrome
    • US flagUnited States
    Google Drawings screenshot 1
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  11. OmniGraffle icon

    OmniGraffle

     187 likes

    OmniGraffle can help you make eye-popping graphic documents—quickly—by providing powerful styling tools, keeping lines connected to shapes even when they’re moved, and magically organizing diagrams with just one click.

    113 OmniGraffle alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • iPad
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    OmniGraffle screenshot 1
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  12. Apache OpenOffice Draw icon

    Apache OpenOffice Draw

     124 likes

    Draw, part of the Apache OpenOffice suite, is a graphics editor that gives you the tools to communicate with visuals and diagrams. With a maximum page size of 300cm by 300cm, Draw is powerful tool for posters, graphs, charts, and more.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    For technical drawings with integrated graduation function (not available in PowerPoint)
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  13. QuikFlow icon

    QuikFlow

     4 likes

    Create flowcharts (and mind maps) without worrying about layout with QuikFlow. With our innovative interactive layout algorithms, you can work as if you were using a mind mapping application while creating flowcharts. Define your structure and the app handles the layout!

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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    • European Union flagEU
    QuikFlow screenshot 1
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  14. SmartDraw icon

    SmartDraw

     34 likes

    Instead of starting with a blank screen, SmartDraw gives you the exact template you need. Then use simple commands to add your information and SmartDraw does the rest. There's no other drawing software like it.

    76 SmartDraw alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • US flagUnited States
    SmartDraw screenshot 1
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  15. ClickCharts icon

    ClickCharts

     7 likes

    Design flowcharts, UML, Venn, and mind map diagrams with customizable templates, varied symbols, shapes, connector styles, overlapping sheet support, and intuitive drag-and-drop editing. Export visuals as images, edit multiple diagrams, and organize complex data visibly.

    124 ClickCharts alternatives

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    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Kindle Fire
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    ClickCharts screenshot 1
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