Lucidchart
Procreate
| Feature | Lucidchart | Procreate |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free / from $7.95/mo | From $12.99/mo |
| Free Plan | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Rating | 4.4 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Best For | business-analysts, it-teams, project-managers, engineers | digital-artists, illustrators, concept-artists, hobbyists |
| Founded | 2010 | 2011 |
| Flowcharts | ✓ | ✗ |
| Org Charts | ✓ | ✗ |
| Uml Diagrams | ✓ | ✗ |
| Data Linking | ✓ | ✗ |
| Automation | ✓ | ✗ |
| Visio Compatibility | ✓ | ✗ |
| Collaboration | ✓ | ✗ |
| Presentation Mode | ✓ | ✗ |
| Digital Painting | ✗ | ✓ |
| Brushes | ✗ | ✓ |
| Layers | ✗ | ✓ |
| Animation Assist | ✗ | ✓ |
| Time Lapse | ✗ | ✓ |
| Color Tools | ✗ | ✓ |
| Apple Pencil Support | ✗ | ✓ |
✓ Lucidchart Pros
- Extensive template and shape library for every diagram type
- Data linking imports from CSV, Google Sheets, and databases
- Strong Visio import/export compatibility
- Real-time collaboration with commenting
✗ Lucidchart Cons
- Free plan limited to 3 editable documents
- Can feel slow with very large diagrams
- Advanced features locked behind higher tiers
✓ Procreate Pros
- One-time purchase price (no subscription)
- Incredibly responsive and natural brush engine
- Massive brush library with custom brush creation
- Animation assist for frame-by-frame animation
✗ Procreate Cons
- iPad-only (no desktop or Android version)
- No vector support (raster only)
- Limited text and layout tools
The Verdict
Lucidchart is built for business analysts and it teams, with a focus on flowcharts and org-charts. Procreate targets digital artists and illustrators and leads with digital-painting and brushes.
On pricing, Lucidchart is the clear winner for budget-conscious users — starting at $7.95/mo compared to $12.99/mo for Procreate. That $5.04/mo difference adds up quickly for growing teams.
Lucidchart has a free plan, which gives it a meaningful edge for individuals and small teams exploring their options. Procreate requires a paid subscription from day one.
Procreate edges out on user ratings (4.8 vs 4.4). While both are well-regarded, that gap reflects real differences in user satisfaction worth considering.
Feature-wise, Lucidchart offers broader built-in capabilities (8 features vs 7), while Procreate takes a more focused approach — which can mean a simpler, faster onboarding experience.
Bottom line: Procreate has a slight overall edge — but if extensive template and shape library for every diagram type matters most to you, Lucidchart may still be the right call.