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| Capability | flow-chart.io | Traditional tools |
|---|---|---|
| Diagram creation | Describe in plain language → AI generates | Drag shapes onto blank canvas |
| Domain standards | 17 specialist domains: BPMN, C4, UML, ERD, STRIDE, cloud… | Shape libraries — manual compliance |
| Standards audit | Built-in advisor flags notation issues | Not available |
| Free plan | Monthly AI credits | Varies — most limit diagrams or features |
| Pro plan | Unlimited saved diagrams, downloads, version history, more AI credits. Price and availability: pricing page | |
| Export formats | SVG, PNG 2×/4×, PDF, JSON, Mermaid | Varies by tool |
| Browser-based | Yes — no install | Most yes; some require desktop app |
Pricing
flow-chart.io has a Free plan (monthly AI credits, 1 saved diagram, no credit card) and a paid Pro plan with unlimited saved diagrams, SVG/PNG/PDF/JSON/Mermaid downloads, version history and a higher AI credit allowance. See current pricing and availability →