Visio
Microsoft Visio is a diagramming and flowchart tool for creating professional visual representations of processes, networks, organizational structures, floor plans, an…
Our verdict
Who it's for
Create professional diagrams, flowcharts, and designs
Who should look elsewhere
Desktop app only available on Windows, no native Mac version
Pros
- +Deep integration with Microsoft 365 ecosystem
- +Thousands of built-in shapes and templates for diverse diagram types
- +Data-linking creates live, auto-updating visualizations
- +Included in some Microsoft 365 commercial subscriptions at no extra cost
Cons
- −Desktop app only available on Windows, no native Mac version
- −Higher cost than free alternatives like draw.io or Lucidchart free tier
- −Learning curve for complex data-connected diagrams
Key features
- ✓Flowcharts and process diagrams with extensive shape libraries
- ✓Organization charts for hierarchy visualization
- ✓Network diagrams for IT infrastructure design
- ✓Floor plans and space design tools
- ✓Data-connected diagrams with two-way synchronization
- ✓Mind maps for brainstorming and problem-solving
- ✓Timeline and Gantt chart creation for project planning
- ✓Integration with Teams, Power BI, Power Automate, and SharePoint
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visio in Microsoft 365 | $0 | month | Included in Microsoft 365 commercial plans; Web and Teams app; Basic flowcharts, org charts, network diagrams |
| Visio Plan 1 | $5 | month · per seat | $5.00/user/month paid yearly; Web and Teams apps; Azure/AWS shapes, UML/ERD, Power BI integration |
| Visio Plan 2 | $15 | month · per seat | $15.00/user/month paid yearly; Desktop app plus web; 250,000+ shapes, AutoCAD, data graphics |
Integrations
Microsoft TeamsMicrosoft 365