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Blender vs Lucidchart: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of Blender and Lucidchart. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: Lucidchart starts at $7.95/mo, making it $5/mo cheaper than Blender ($13/mo). Blender offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Blender vs Lucidchart: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureBlenderLucidchart
Starting Price$13/mo$7.95/mo
Number of Plans44
Free TierYesYes
Pricing Modelopen-sourceper-seat
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Lucidchart is the more affordable option, starting at $7.95/mo compared to Blender's $13/mo. Both are Design Tools with 8 combined pricing plans and 25 features compared.

Both tools offer free plans, making them accessible for teams on a budget. Blender uses open-source pricing while Lucidchart uses per-seat pricing, which may affect your total cost at scale.

Review the detailed tier-by-tier comparison above to see exactly which features are included at each price point and find the best fit for your Design Tools needs.

Pricing Plans
Lucidchart
Lucidchart
Try it free
Tier 1
Latest s
$13/month
Start with Latest s
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 3 editable documents
  • 60 shapes per document
  • 100 templates
  • Basic integrations
  • Presentation mode
Start with Free
Tier 2
Free and Open Source
$0/monthCheapest
Start with Free and Open Source
IndividualPopular
$8/month
Includes
  • Unlimited documents and objects
  • 1 GB storage
  • Visio import/export
  • Premium shapes and templates
  • All standard integrations
  • Personal library
Start with Individual
Tier 3
Part of the industry
Custom pricing
Start with Part of the industry
Team
$9/monthCheapest
Includes
  • All Individual features
  • Version history
  • Advanced integrations (Jira, Slack, Microsoft 365)
  • Real-time collaboration
  • Commenting and annotations
  • Shared folders
  • Password-protected publishing
Start with Team
Tier 4
It’s about people.
Custom pricing
Start with It’s about people.
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Full Lucid suite (Lucidchart + Lucidspark)
  • SAML and SSO authentication
  • Data automation
  • Salesforce integration
  • Advanced admin and security controls
  • Automated org chart generation
  • Dedicated support
Start with Enterprise

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Blender

Free open-source 3D creation suite for modeling and animation

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Lucidchart

Web-based diagramming tool for flowcharts and technical diagrams

View all Lucidchart plans
Our Pick

Lucidchart

Lucidchart offers a free plan, starts at $5.05/mo lower ($7.95/mo vs $13/mo).

Based on pricing data only. Review the full comparison below for your specific needs.

Best value: Lucidchart

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Blender if:

  • You prefer Blender's free tier features—features
  • You need predictable billing — Blender's open-source model avoids surprise overages
  • Blender's focused feature set keeps your team in control without tool bloat

Choose Lucidchart if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Lucidchart starts at $7.95/mo, saving $5.05/mo compared to Blender at $13/mo
  • You prefer Lucidchart's free tier features—3 editable documents, 60 shapes per document
  • You want more features built-in—Lucidchart offers 25 additional features across its plans

Both Blender and Lucidchart offer free plans [1], eliminating cost barriers for evaluation. This means you can test both tools thoroughly with your actual workflows before any financial commitment. The free tiers differ in scope: Blender includes multiple features, while Lucidchart includes 5 features. Evaluate which free tier matches your evaluation needs before deciding to upgrade. Your best approach is to activate both free trials and evaluate which tool's workflow, integrations, and user experience align better with your team's needs before committing to paid plans.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Blender vs Lucidchart

Which is cheaper, Blender or Lucidchart?
As of March 2026, Lucidchart starts at a lower price point. Blender starts at $13/mo while Lucidchart starts at $7.95/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Blender have vs Lucidchart?
Blender offers 4 pricing plans, while Lucidchart offers 4 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Blender or Lucidchart offer a free plan?
Yes, both Blender and Lucidchart offer free plans. Compare the feature limits of each free tier to see which better fits your use case before upgrading.
What is the most popular Lucidchart plan?
The Individual plan is Lucidchart's most popular tier, priced at $7.95/mo. Key features include Unlimited documents and objects, 1 GB storage, Visio import/export.
Does Blender or Lucidchart offer custom enterprise pricing?
Yes, both Blender and Lucidchart offer custom enterprise pricing tiers with quote-based pricing. Contact each vendor for a tailored quote.
What pricing models do Blender and Lucidchart use?
Blender uses a open-source pricing model, while Lucidchart uses per-seat pricing. The right model depends on your team size and usage patterns.
How do Blender and Lucidchart compare for Design Tools?
Both Blender and Lucidchart are Design Tools. Blender offers 4 plans starting at $13/mo, while Lucidchart offers 4 plans starting at $7.95/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Design Tools needs.

Sources

  1. Blender Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. Lucidchart Official PricingVendor pricing page

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