ARIS BPA vs Lucidchart comparison

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The compared Software AG and Lucid Software solutions aren't in the same category. Software AG is ranked #6 in BPD , with an average rating of 7.8, and holds a 7.0% mindshare in the category. Lucid Software is ranked #2 in MMS , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 18.1% mindshare. Additionally, 89% of Software AG users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 95% of Lucid Software users who would recommend it.

ARIS BPA

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89% willing to recommend

Lucidchart

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95% willing to recommend

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Categories and Ranking

ARIS BPA

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Business Process Design (6th), Business Process Management (BPM) (13th)

Lucidchart

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

8.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Mind Mapping Software (2nd), Visual Collaboration Platforms (3rd)

Mindshare comparison

ARIS BPA and Lucidchart aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. ARIS BPA is designed for Business Process Design and holds a mindshare of 7.0%, down 7.2% compared to last year.
Lucidchart, on the other hand, focuses on Mind Mapping Software, holds 18.1% mindshare, down 22.9% since last year.

Business Process Design Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
ARIS BPA	7.0%
Bizagi	7.7%
Camunda	7.1%
Other	78.2%

Business Process Design

Mind Mapping Software Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Lucidchart	18.1%
Visio	18.7%
Xmind	14.3%
Other	48.900000000000006%

Mind Mapping Software

Featured Reviews

BeenishMustafa

Consultant at KAFD DMC

Has improved process modeling and analysis while supporting integration with organizational data

The process design in ARIS BPA does help with our operational efficiency. What we are doing is object library management for various kinds of objects that we are using in ARIS BPA during our process modeling. We are using that to do a lot of analysis on how many times a system is being used in how many processes, who are the major stakeholders, and if we enhance one system, how is it going to impact other processes and integrated processes. This is helping us a lot. Everything related to ARIS BPA is helping us with regards to enhanced processes, strengthened controls, identifying risks, assessing process capabilities, and identifying where the gaps are and what kinds of activities within the processes are automated and manual. We are doing a lot of things with regards to the processes as it is at our heart. Processes are one thing and then we have different kinds of things which are related to it, such as SLAs, guidelines, and policy. We are identifying areas of improvement in other documents as well.

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AlexMartin1

Senior Software Engineer at Nestlé

Visual collaboration has improved remote workflows and supports faster shared decisions

The best features Lucidchart offers are that it diagrams processes very well. It allows for project management to help with client timelines. It is also easy to use and create diagrams, especially mermaid diagrams. Collaborating is easy. Out of all those features, collaboration stands out to me the most because it is easy to share with team members to do joint design work. Lucidchart has positively impacted my organization by improving productivity and collaboration. In terms of specifics, collaboration helps us come to conclusions. I notice better throughput as it is easy to use. Improved productivity allows us to express ourselves more quickly.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"The shared repository allows for cross-functional cooperation instead of doing things in a silo. You can operate cross-functionally and really work end-to-end, instead of dividing everything up on a functional basis."

"Without a shadow of a doubt, right across the business, we are beginning to see, across a number of business divisions, a more effective early-stage analysis of business processes that leads to the optimization of those processes and the removal of customer pain points."

"In general, the users really like it and they can get started using it very easily."

"The stability of the ARIS BPM platform is quite good. The nice thing about it is the central database, where we can use all of our data. We can even manage users."

"There is a really powerful reporting API that allows you to create almost any kind of report you want out of your process and document repository."

"MFT is quite attractive, as a large amount of data is passed in almost no time and it is quite easy to use."

"It has allowed us to promote the awareness of process management across our enterprise."

"The solution provides integrations to ServiceNow and other systems, flexibility of connectivity, and reporting."

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"With the clean format and the straightforward boxes and arrows and everything like that, it makes it so you don't have to dig and you don't have to spend personal time flipping through pages, because everything is right there and super easy to read and super understandable."

"It is a very effective tool for documenting processes and using it has improved our efficiency significantly."

"With Lucidchart, I can create the whole process flow within a day, and when I show it to the developers, they can understand within five minutes."

"Lucidchart's ability to create a visualization that people prefer to look at, over reading written documents, has definitely saved me a lot of time. Moreover, it has helped to make my code bug-free because I no longer have broken endpoints."

"The ability for people to look at a diagram, rather than reading through written documents, has saved us a lot of time, and as a result money."

"Lucidchart is just simpler and works more intuitively than other solutions that I have used in the past, such as Microsoft Visio."

"The benefits since implementing Lucidchart are mostly because taking a visual approach to any of these things is far superior to trying to type it out or write it out or explain it to anyone."

"I love the fact that you can just integrate a drawing into Google Slides. I build a lot of visuals in Lucidchart, and then, rather than sharing them directly from Lucidchart, I just build Google Slides decks for senior management, and I link the Lucidchart on the cloud version to a slide image. That makes it easy. This way, I can build in one tool and show in another."

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Cons

"With ARIS BPM, the script creation is quite cumbersome; with version ten, the typed ones were quite extensive where we needed our developers to do scripting."

"There should be a more intuitive tool when creating reports."

"It would be helpful if ARIS BPA could have a simple database to get the extract of various attributes."

"The tool must provide more documents."

"ARIS has an internal fully customizable workflow system called APG, which is very good, but it’s targeted mostly at creating workflows related to ARIS content, and not general workflows to support other processes inside a company."

"ARIS is quite expensive."

"The solution is difficult and not very exciting to learn."

"Aris BPA is very complex and very difficult to start learning and onboarding."

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"Wireframing can be improved. For mock-ups and wireframing, only 10% of what is required is there. If they can develop this feature, it would be much better because it will then provide everything. Currently, we can design network diagrams, processes, etc., but we should also be able to do wireframing."

"I would really like to be able to set default appearance settings for new documents because I have a set of appearance settings that I always use."

"A couple of times when I tried to move a line, connecting two shapes on an organizational chart, occasionally the line doesn't move as intuitively as I think it should. I have to fiddle around with it a few times to get it to do what I want it to do."

"One of the major drawbacks is that we have to extract the work in Lucidchart as an image when we want to create a presentation."

"When my colleague initially tried to edit the file that I shared with him, he had some trouble. This is something that should be improved."

"When you want to add text to a connector arrow, I have not figured out how to position the text vertically. It always wants the text to stay horizontal."

"I'm not sure if this feature is already there, but it would be good if we can import a cloud database in the web version."

"Additionally, it could improve offline accessibility or performance under low internet conditions, as I remember working on a workflow diagram in a car where I lost my network connection, and the entire diagram I had been working on disappeared."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is an expensive solution."

"The product is inexpensive."

"The product is expensive."

"We have a concurrent license system."

"It is well worth the investment in the enterprise."

"The setup cost and pricing depend on the license (Modeler, Viewer, Administrator)."

"Pricing for ARIS BPA is average, not cheap or expensive. It's cost-effective and worth the money we pay."

"Negotiate. Price is high so make sure you’re getting the best deal."

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"I have a subscription as an individual user for one year, and it is not expensive."

"I pay $95 a year for it. It seems like a reasonable price."

"I have only used the trial version and have not yet paid for it, or explored the pricing options."

"Pricing comes in at about $100 for a year's subscription, which is very reasonable if this is a tool that you will use more than once."

"Its pricing is very affordable and reasonable for the features that it provides. I am using its basic plan, and for my usage, it is perfectly reasonable. It suits perfectly."

"I was using the free version of Lucidchart, which was very helpful."

"At €167 per user per year, the pricing is slightly higher than Visio, but it's worth it."

"The pricing is very competitive. It is more cost-effective than some competing products, such as Visio."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

13%

Outsourcing Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	32
Midsize Enterprise	9
Large Enterprise	47

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	30
Midsize Enterprise	15
Large Enterprise	29

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ARIS BPA?

It is a bit expensive regarding ARIS BPA. However, ARIS BPA does save a lot of effort because this is one tool which can be used for multiple purposes and the viewers have the capability to perform...

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What needs improvement with ARIS BPA?

We are not using any what-if scenario features in ARIS BPA. Currently, we are not using the performance monitoring and compliance checks features in ARIS BPA. We have plans to use them, but current...

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What is your primary use case for ARIS BPA?

ARIS BPA is being used for process modeling, and we are planning to upgrade and enhance it for process mining and other purposes. We are using it for everything. Currently, we are doing HRMS integr...

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LucidChart vs LucidSpark for brainstorming sessions over Zoom

Hi @Krista Thompson - Yes, LucidSpark is a much more nimble and, in some ways, user-friendly tool than LucidChart. LucidSpark is designed to do a better job managing multiple users participating ...

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Do you recommend Lucidchart?

I definitely recommend Lucidchart. I feel it is one of the top visual collaboration platforms that’s available on the market. Out of all the solutions I have tried, it is by far the best for diagra...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Lucidchart?

It is cloud-based, so no setup is required. Currently, we are using a free plan.

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Overview

ARIS BPA is a sophisticated tool for business process analysis and modeling, featuring robust capabilities in integration, reporting, and collaboration. It bridges strategy and execution, leveraging a centralized repository for enhanced governance and efficiency.

ARIS BPA provides a comprehensive platform for modeling and analyzing business processes. It includes features like SAP integration, semantic checks, and a unified repository that supports cross-functional collaboration. Despite having a high cost compared to competitors, ARIS BPA supports frameworks like CMMI and EFQM and is used for process improvement, enterprise architecture modeling, and digital management. Its flexibility and powerful API allow for diverse reporting and data integration, making it a key tool for bridging strategies with execution in complex environments. It requires improvements in interface design, scripting, and simplification of reporting capabilities, with training resources needed to address complexity.

What are the most important features of ARIS BPA?

Comprehensive Process Modeling: Enables detailed design and analysis of business processes.
Robust Integration: Provides integration capabilities with platforms like SAP.
Centralized Repository: Facilitates cross-functional collaboration and documentation.
Simulation and Reporting: Offers simulation features and diverse reporting capabilities.
Customization and API: Features customizable options and a powerful API for enhanced functionality.

What benefits should users consider in reviews?

Enhanced Efficiency: Bridges strategic objectives with operational execution.
Improved Visibility: Offers better governance and process transparency.
Collaboration Support: Centralized repository aids cross-team collaboration.
Integration Capability: Strong integration with existing systems to streamline workflows.
Flexibility: Adaptable to meet different operational requirements and needs.

In industries such as manufacturing, finance, and healthcare, companies utilize ARIS BPA for optimizing business processes, managing application landscapes, and ensuring compliance. It is a preferred tool for enterprise architecture modeling and process mining, supporting organizations in driving process efficiencies and maintaining high standards through frameworks like CMMI and EFQM. These capabilities allow for effective digital management and automation, positioning ARIS BPA as a valuable asset in transforming operational processes.

Software AG

Lucidchart offers a dynamic platform for visual collaboration, enabling teams to enhance workflows and boost productivity through real-time updates and diverse templates.

Lucidchart provides an intuitive interface designed for seamless integration with tools like Google Workspace and Salesforce. This enhances team collaboration by reducing misunderstandings and accelerating workflows. Its cross-platform compatibility ensures both Mac and PC users achieve visual clarity in process management. While users value its efficiency, there is a desire for improvements in handling complex diagrams, more accessible pricing for advanced features, and enhanced offline capabilities. Customization, such as color schemes and dark mode, along with robust tutorials, remain areas for potential enhancement.

What features define Lucidchart?

Real-time Collaboration: Allows teams to work simultaneously on diagrams.
Drag-and-Drop Interface: Simplifies the creation process with intuitive controls.
Diverse Templates: Offers a variety of pre-built templates for extensive usage scenarios.
Seamless Integration: Connects effortlessly with Google Workspace and Salesforce.

What benefits can be expected from Lucidchart?

Enhanced Productivity: Facilitates efficient collaboration and workflow acceleration.
Time Savings: Streamlines process mapping, saving teams significant time.
Visual Clarity: Aids in clear project management and teamwork communication.

In sectors like technology and business, Lucidchart is extensively used for visualizing workflows, system architectures, and process maps. It serves as a powerful tool for collaboration, brainstorming, and documenting procedures. Teams find it effective for demonstrating technical and business structures, improving coordination, and supporting tasks like planning, migration, and development.

Lucid Software

Sample Customers

Tesco, Weifu, Airbus, Siemens, Proximus, Alicorp, Sekerbank, Bancor, Philips,Sky, Emirates NBD, Dubai Municipality, Suva, U.S. Army, Australia Post, Westfalen Weser Energie - ARIS serves customers across all industries and of every size worldwide. Companies trust ARIS as the market leader for process excellence with more than 30 years of experience in the market, 10 million users worldwide, from 1 user companies to the Fortune 500.

Google, Salesforce, Adobe, Whirlpool, Uber, Wal Mart, Pearson, Twitch, Riot Games, Western Union, Trimble, Starbucks

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