Lucidchart vs. ConceptDraw
Compare ConceptDraw business diagramming software with Lucidchart, the intelligent diagramming application. See how Lucidchart beats ConceptDraw on ease of use, data-backed capabilities, and more.
or continue with
By registering, you agree to our Terms of Service and you acknowledge that you have read and understand our Privacy Policy.
Lucid is the market leader in visual collaboration
Lucid’s data-backed capabilities make diagrams actionable
Enabling over 70 million users worldwide to work better together, Lucid is the most-used visual collaboration platform. ConceptDraw lacks deeper collaboration features.
Why teams choose Lucidchart
Compatible with any device or operating system
As a web-based application, Lucidchart requires no downloads and is compatible with any operating system. It works on any internet-connected device—desktop, tablet, or mobile—and can be used in offline mode when you don’t have internet access. In contrast, ConceptDraw is only available for desktop. It requires downloading and isn’t compatible with Linux.
Advanced data and automation capabilities
With features such as formulas, data linking, conditional formatting, dynamic shapes, and ERD import and export from SQL, Lucidchart supports advanced diagramming for a broad range of use cases. Some users report that ConceptDraw is highly complex to navigate and use, plus it’s less suitable for building complex visualizations and making diagrams actionable.
Designed for better collaboration
Lucidchart enables entire teams to create and update diagrams in real time or anytime. With @mention comments, link sharing, and more, it’s easy to keep your team on the same page—even when you’re hybrid or remote. While ConceptDraw offers the ability to collaborate and share diagrams, its real-time collaboration and co-editing features are less robust.
Integrations with more of your favorite apps
Lucidchart integrates seamlessly with a number of industry-leading apps, such as Asana, Confluence, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Slack, and more. But it also offers specialized integrations that ConceptDraw doesn’t. They include BambooHR, LeanIX, Salesforce, and ServiceNow.
“Once I started using Lucidchart, I’ve never gone back. It’s the best tool out there for collaborating between team members and for providing a really great enterprise-level solution.”
Jeff Morgan — CEO at HyperX Media
“What’s so great about Lucidchart is that it helps to communicate the business flow process so easily. It really allows us to work in a much more collaborative way, and therefore ensures the product pipeline flows with ease and efficiency.”
Sinead Kilkenny — Governance Specialist at Smart Pension
“I think organizations realize that Lucidchart is the tool of choice because of its visual modeling, layering, math functions, and collaboration capabilities. Nothing comes close.”
Dennis Jones — Agile Coach
| Features | Lucidchart | ConceptDraw |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced diagramming features | ||
| Process diagram | Feature is included | Feature is included |
| Hyperlinking | Feature is included | Feature is included |
| Templates | Feature is included | Feature is included |
| Layers | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Tasks | Feature is included | Feature is included |
| Shape actions | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Sticky notes | Feature is included | Feature is included |
| Org chart shapes with data and photos | Feature is included | Feature is included |
| Org chart group view | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Compare versions | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Compare docs | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Revision history with versioning | Feature is included | Feature is included |
| Data overlay | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Data refresh | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Mobile (iOS/Android) mockup shape libraries | Feature is included | Feature is included |
| Data and automation features | ||
| Shape libraries | Feature is included | Feature is included |
| Basic swimlanes | Feature is included | Feature is included |
| Formulas | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Custom shape data fields | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Conditional formatting | Feature is included | Feature is included |
| Data linking | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Data-linked dashboards and reports | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Dynamic shapes | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Smart containers | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Integrations for advanced diagramming use cases | ||
| BambooHR | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| ERD import and export from SQL | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Salesforce shape library or template | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| ServiceNow integration | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| LeanIX integration | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Sharing and collaboration | ||
| Download | Feature is included | Feature is included |
| Commenting | Feature is included | Feature is included |
| Email and link sharing | Feature is included | Feature is included |
| Join ID | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Add passcode / expiration date to share links | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Publish without password | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
Feature is included | Feature is not included | |
| Offline mode | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
| Presentation mode | Feature is included | Feature is not included |
More resources to help you compare Lucidchart vs. ConceptDraw
Lucidchart checks all the boxes for visualizations that support brainstorming and building.
What is intelligent diagramming?
See how advanced Lucidchart features, such as data linking, enable teams to see, align, and take action on their best ideas.
Lucidchart template gallery
Browse or search ready-to-use templates for hundreds of use cases. Visualize, share, and document any idea faster.
Buyer’s guide: How to evaluate visual collaboration platforms
Learn how visual collaboration capabilities can help accelerate key initiatives, and get a checklist for choosing the best platform.
How Lucidchart compares to other competitors
See for yourself why Lucidchart is the best choice across the board.