# Cacoo, Gliffy vs Balsamiq Comparison | | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Star Rating** | 4.5 out of 5 | 4.4 out of 5 | 4.2 out of 5 | | **Total Reviews** | 234 | 222 | 500 | | **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (59.3% of reviews) | Small-Business (42.5% of reviews) | Small-Business (48.1% of reviews) | | **Entry Level Price** | Free | Starting at $6.00 Per Month | No pricing available | --- ## Top Pros & Cons ### Cacoo Pros: - Templates (9 reviews) - Ease of Use (7 reviews) Cons: - Limited Features (7 reviews) - Missing Features (4 reviews) ### Gliffy Pros: - Automation Features (1 reviews) - Diagramming (1 reviews) Cons: - Line Issues (1 reviews) - Missing Features (1 reviews) ### Balsamiq Pros: - Ease of Use (9 reviews) - Drag (5 reviews) Cons: - Limited Capabilities (3 reviews) - Learning Curve (2 reviews) --- ## Ratings Comparison | Rating | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Meets Requirements** | 8.8 (216 reviews) | 8.9 (173 reviews) | 8.3 (449 reviews) | | **Ease of Use** | 9.1 (219 reviews) | 8.9 (176 reviews) | 8.9 (448 reviews) | | **Ease of Setup** | 9.2 (97 reviews) | 9.2 (50 reviews) | 9.0 (103 reviews) | | **Ease of Admin** | 8.8 (70 reviews) | 8.7 (40 reviews) | 8.6 (90 reviews) | | **Quality of Support** | 8.5 (132 reviews) | 8.8 (100 reviews) | 8.1 (250 reviews) | | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.4 (50 reviews) | 8.7 (31 reviews) | 8.7 (77 reviews) | | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 8.4 (214 reviews) | 8.0 (165 reviews) | 6.6 (441 reviews) | --- ## Pricing ### Cacoo #### Entry-Level Pricing Plan: Free Price: Free Description: For small projects Unlimited users Key Features: - Unlimited users - 6 sheets - Templates & shapes [Browse all 4 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/cacoo/pricing) #### Free Trial Yes ### Gliffy #### Entry-Level Pricing Plan: Professional — Billed Annually Price: Starting at $6.00 Per Month Description: Save on the cost of Gliffy when you select annual billing. Perfect for everyone from single users to mid-sized teams. Key Features: - Unlimited Diagrams - Access to Templates - Import from other Applications [Browse all 3 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/gliffy/pricing) #### Free Trial Yes ### Balsamiq #### Entry-Level Pricing No pricing available #### Free Trial Yes --- ## Features Comparison By Category ### Team Collaboration | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cacoo** | N/A | N/A | | **Gliffy** | N/A | N/A | | **Balsamiq** | N/A | N/A | #### Communication | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Status Updates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Instant Messaging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Activity Feed** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Comments and Voting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Discussions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **User Directory** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Online Status of Coworkers** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Content Management | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **File Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Document Collaboration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Tagging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Knowledge Base** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Surveys** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Productivity Tools | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Task Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Calendar** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Search** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Mobile** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Multi-Language Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Administration | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Moderation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **User, Role, and Access Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Performance and Reliability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Collaborative Whiteboard | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cacoo** | N/A | N/A | | **Gliffy** | 8.9/10 | 11 | | **Balsamiq** | N/A | N/A | #### Design Tools | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Drawing** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 9.3 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Marker Colors** | 9.7 (5 reviews) | 8.7 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Mind Mapping** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 8.9 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Templates** | 9.0 (5 reviews) | 8.5 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Drag-and-Drop** | 8.0 (5 reviews) | 9.2 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Communication Tools | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Voting** | 7.7 (5 reviews) | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | | **Commenting** | 8.0 (5 reviews) | 9.0 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Integrations | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **CMS Integrations** | 8.3 (5 reviews) | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | | **Sharing** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 9.1 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Software Offering | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **In-Browser** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 8.8 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Desktop App** | 9.0 (5 reviews) | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | | **Mobile App** | 7.7 (5 reviews) | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | #### Agentic AI - Collaborative Whiteboard | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Mind Mapping | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cacoo** | N/A | N/A | | **Gliffy** | 8.6/10 | 51 | | **Balsamiq** | N/A | N/A | #### Collaboration Tools | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Collaborative Editing** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | | **Task Management** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | | **Notes and Comments** | Not enough data | 9.0 (42 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Visual Tools | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Styles and Themes** | Not enough data | 8.6 (47 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Image Import** | Not enough data | 8.5 (47 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Custom Icons** | Not enough data | 8.4 (46 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Mind Map Availability | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **File Formats** | Not enough data | 8.9 (46 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Cloud Storage Integration** | Not enough data | 8.7 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Mobile Application** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | | **Desktop Availability** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | #### Agentic AI - Mind Mapping | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Visual Collaboration Platforms | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cacoo** | 8.6/10 | 12 | | **Gliffy** | N/A | N/A | | **Balsamiq** | N/A | N/A | #### Collaboration | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Integrated Communications** | 8.8 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Native Communications** | 8.0 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Board Overview** | 8.2 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Screen Sharing** | 9.2 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Hardware | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Required Hardware** | 8.6 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Bring Your Own Device** | 8.9 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Security | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Permissions** | 8.9 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Single Sign-On (SSO)** | 8.8 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Agentic AI - Visual Collaboration Platforms | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Prototyping | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cacoo** | N/A | N/A | | **Gliffy** | N/A | N/A | | **Balsamiq** | N/A | N/A | #### Platform Basics | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Modeling Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Feedback and Communication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Framework Libraries** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Editing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Platform Additional Functionality | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Sharing Components** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Error Documentation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **User Interface Testing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Presentation Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Agentic AI - Prototyping | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Wireframing | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cacoo** | 9.0/10 | 9 | | **Gliffy** | N/A | N/A | | **Balsamiq** | 8.4/10 | 10 | #### Platform Basics | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Importing Abilities** | 8.9 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.7 (9 reviews) | | **Content Design Tools** | 9.6 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.5 (9 reviews) | | **Framework Libraries** | 9.3 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.1 (9 reviews) | | **Outlining Tools** | 9.4 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.3 (9 reviews) | | **Mockup Creations** | 9.4 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.7 (9 reviews) | #### Platform Additional Functionality | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Collaboration Software Integration** | 8.1 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.6 (7 reviews) | | **Feedback Communication** | 8.3 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.3 (7 reviews) | | **Exporting Capabilities** | 9.4 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | 9.0 (10 reviews) | ### Software Design Platforms | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cacoo** | N/A | N/A | | **Gliffy** | N/A | N/A | | **Balsamiq** | N/A | N/A | #### Platform Basics | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Mockup Creations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Outlining Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Import Graphic Design Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Feedback Communication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Content Libraries** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Export Wireframes and Prototypes** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Platform Basics - Software Design Platforms | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **User Interface Testing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Presentation Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Error Documentation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Sharing Components** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Platform Additional Functionality | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Design and Editing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Collaboration Capabilities** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Diagramming and Collaborative Whiteboard Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Documenting Trial Errors** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Platform Additional Functionality - Software Design Platforms | Feature | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Editing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Framework Libraries** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Feedback and Communication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Modeling Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | --- ## Categories **Unique to Cacoo (4):** [Diagramming Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/diagramming), [Wireframing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/wireframing), [Visual Collaboration Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/visual-collaboration-platforms), [Collaborative Whiteboard Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/collaborative-whiteboard) **Unique to Gliffy (3):** [Mind Mapping Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mind-mapping-software), [Diagramming Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/diagramming), [Collaborative Whiteboard Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/collaborative-whiteboard) **Unique to Balsamiq (3):** [Prototyping Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/prototyping), [Wireframing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/wireframing), [Software Design Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/software-design-platforms) --- ## Reviewer Demographics ### By Company Size | Segment | Cacoo | Gliffy | Balsamiq | |---|---|---|---| | **Small-Business** | 59.3% | 42.5% | 48.1% | | **Mid-Market** | 26.5% | 34.7% | 32.8% | | **Enterprise** | 14.2% | 22.8% | 19.1% | ### By Industry #### Cacoo - **Computer Software:** 23.0% - **Information Technology and Services:** 11.5% - **Marketing and Advertising:** 5.8% - **Higher Education:** 3.5% - **Education Management:** 3.1% - **Consulting:** 2.7% - **Program Development:** 2.7% - **Computer & Network Security:** 2.2% - **Research:** 2.2% - **Design:** 2.2% - **Other:** 41.2% #### Gliffy - **Computer Software:** 12.8% - **Information Technology and Services:** 12.8% - **Financial Services:** 4.6% - **Computer & Network Security:** 4.1% - **Marketing and Advertising:** 3.2% - **Accounting:** 2.7% - **Design:** 2.7% - **Internet:** 2.7% - **Management Consulting:** 2.7% - **Construction:** 2.3% - **Other:** 49.3% #### Balsamiq - **Computer Software:** 19.7% - **Information Technology and Services:** 18.1% - **Design:** 9.7% - **Marketing and Advertising:** 7.3% - **Internet:** 6.3% - **Financial Services:** 3.4% - **Education Management:** 3.2% - **Higher Education:** 3.0% - **E-Learning:** 1.6% - **Retail:** 1.2% - **Other:** 26.4% --- ## Alternatives ### Alternatives to Cacoo - [Lucid Visual Collaboration Suite](https://www.g2.com/products/lucid-software-inc-lucid-visual-collaboration-suite/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (8631 reviews) - [Creately](https://www.g2.com/products/creately/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (1378 reviews) - [Miro](https://www.g2.com/products/miro/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (12973 reviews) - [Visio](https://www.g2.com/products/visio/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (680 reviews) - [Draw.io](https://www.g2.com/products/draw-io/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (446 reviews) - [Figma](https://www.g2.com/products/figma/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (1528 reviews) - [SmartDraw](https://www.g2.com/products/smartdraw/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (378 reviews) - [Sketch](https://www.g2.com/products/sketch/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1226 reviews) - [FigJam](https://www.g2.com/products/fig-jam/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (462 reviews) - [InVision](https://www.g2.com/products/invision/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (682 reviews) ### Alternatives to Gliffy - [Lucid Visual Collaboration Suite](https://www.g2.com/products/lucid-software-inc-lucid-visual-collaboration-suite/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (8631 reviews) - [Visio](https://www.g2.com/products/visio/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (680 reviews) - [Miro](https://www.g2.com/products/miro/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (12973 reviews) - [Creately](https://www.g2.com/products/creately/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (1378 reviews) - [Draw.io](https://www.g2.com/products/draw-io/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (446 reviews) - [SmartDraw](https://www.g2.com/products/smartdraw/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (378 reviews) - [Sketch](https://www.g2.com/products/sketch/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1226 reviews) - [Mural](https://www.g2.com/products/mural/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1458 reviews) - [FigJam](https://www.g2.com/products/fig-jam/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (462 reviews) - [Canva](https://www.g2.com/products/canva/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (7450 reviews) ### Alternatives to Balsamiq - [Figma](https://www.g2.com/products/figma/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (1528 reviews) - [Sketch](https://www.g2.com/products/sketch/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1226 reviews) - [InVision](https://www.g2.com/products/invision/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (682 reviews) - [Moqups](https://www.g2.com/products/moqups/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (91 reviews) - [Miro](https://www.g2.com/products/miro/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (12973 reviews) - [Marvel](https://www.g2.com/products/marvel/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (227 reviews) - [Justinmind](https://www.g2.com/products/justinmind/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (55 reviews) - [Lucid Visual Collaboration Suite](https://www.g2.com/products/lucid-software-inc-lucid-visual-collaboration-suite/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (8631 reviews) - [Adobe XD](https://www.g2.com/products/adobe-xd/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (509 reviews) - [Axure RP](https://www.g2.com/products/axure-rp/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (277 reviews) --- ## Top Discussions ### Cacoo - Title: [Where can I see gallery or videos with examples ?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/13550-where-can-i-see-gallery-or-videos-with-examples) — 2 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "Hi, You can find tutorials in this link https://cacoo.com/resources/tutorials/ greetings" - Title: [What is Cacoo used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-cacoo-used-for) — 1 comment *(includes official response)* > **Top comment:** "Comment deleted by user." - Title: [How do I make an online flow chart?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-i-make-an-online-flow-chart) — 1 comment *(includes official response)* > **Top comment:** "Hello, you can use Cacoo for making online flowcharts and much more. Please read the following article where you will find details about how to create..." - Title: [How can I make an online architecture diagram?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-can-i-make-an-online-architecture-diagram) — 1 comment *(includes official response)* > **Top comment:** "Hello, you can use Cacoo for making online architecture diagrams and much more. Please read the following article where you will find details about how to..." - Title: [How do you make a beautiful diagram?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-you-make-a-beautiful-diagram) — 1 comment *(includes official response)* > **Top comment:** "Hello, you can use Cacoo to make beautiful diagrams and much more. Cacoo has more than 100 pre-made templates and shapes that you can use to make diagrams...." ### Gliffy - Title: [What is Gliffy used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-gliffy-used-for) — 1 comment, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "Gliffy is a diagramming and visual communication tool used for creating various types of diagrams, flowcharts, wireframes, and other visual representations...." - Title: [How much does gliffy cost?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-much-does-gliffy-cost) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "I pay about $20 per month for 2 users. It's more cost effective to pay for the year at $8 per user." - Title: [What is gliffy diagram in Confluence?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-gliffy-diagram-in-confluence) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "Confluence describes itself as a team workspace, it's a sort of 'corporate super-wiki'. I have used it a lot in previous jobs, but don't currently use it...." ### Balsamiq - Title: [What is balsamiq software?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-balsamiq-software) — 2 comments > **Top comment:** "Balsamiq makes software like Mockups and Wireframes. The software tools provide a way to create simple wire-frame style mockup sketches without distractions..." - Title: [Is it possible to create a prototype out of the mock-up, I mean, is it possible to a clickable version of the mock-up that allows me to go from one view to another?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/28907-is-it-possible-to-create-a-prototype-out-of-the-mock-up-i-mean-is-it-possible-to-a-clickable-version-of-the-mock-up-that-allows-me-to-go-from-one-view-to-another) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "Yes, you can, when you click on a component on the right side you find something called "link", you can then link it to the page you want. The "clickable..." --- **Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/cacoo-vs-gliffy-vs-balsamiq)