Gliffy
Diagramming tool for creating flowcharts and technical diagrams inside Confluence and Jira.
Alternatives
Choose draw.io if…
- you need zero‑cost diagramming for unlimited users
- you want to store files on your own drive or private cloud
- you require compatibility with diagrams created years ago
- you already use Confluence or Jira but don’t want a paid
Choose yEd Graph Editor if…
- you need automatic layout of large graphs from Excel or XML
- you must keep diagram files completely off‑cloud
- you have no budget for diagram licensing
- you work on Windows, macOS or Linux with a single Java
- you prefer a desktop app over web‑based collaboration
Choose Cacoo if…
- you need real‑time multi‑user editing
- you want in‑app video chat while diagramming
- you use Slack or Google Drive for integrations
- you prefer unlimited free users despite sheet limits
Choose Lucidchart if…
- you need real‑time collaboration with Google Workspace users
- you rely on Microsoft 365 integrations for diagram embedding
- you want a diagram tool that works outside Confluence/Jira
- you need a larger shape library for diverse diagram types
Choose Creately if…
- you need an infinite canvas for unlimited diagram space
- you want real‑time co‑editing across Slack, Teams, or
- you require ISO 27001/SOC 2 security for enterprise data
- you prefer a free plan with unlimited collaborators and
How to Decide
Gliffy is a diagramming tool built for creating flowcharts and technical diagrams directly inside Confluence and Jira, used by teams that live in the Atlassian ecosystem. The alternatives split into a few clear camps: Cacoo leans into real‑time multi‑user editing with built‑in video chat; Lucidchart emphasizes a massive shape library and native Microsoft/Google workspace integrations; draw.io is chosen for its completely free, self‑hosted storage option that keeps data on‑premise; Creately focuses on an infinite canvas with data‑linked visual apps and ISO‑27001/SOC‑2 enterprise certifications.
When comparing replacements for Gliffy, look closely at (1) integration depth – how tightly the tool plugs into Confluence/Jira versus broader platforms like Slack or Microsoft; (2) pricing model – whether the solution is freemium, fully free, or requires a paid tier for advanced features; (3) collaboration capabilities – real‑time co‑editing, video chat, or revision history that match your team’s workflow; and (4) data residency and compliance – options such as Zero Egress, self‑hosted storage, or ISO/SOC certifications that matter for regulated environments.
All Alternatives
“draw.io (diagrams.net) offers the same diagram types and native Confluence/Jira plugins as Gliffy.”
“Integrates diagramming into Confluence/Jira, offering similar flowchart/UML features and auto‑layout for teams.”
“Cacoo offers real‑time collaborative diagrams and a Confluence/Jira connector.”
“Lucidchart provides comparable diagramming features and official Confluence/Jira integrations.”
“Creately includes flowchart/UML tools and a Confluence add‑on, making it a direct alternative.”
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