Miro vs. Microsoft Visio

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Miro
Score 9.2 out of 10
N/A
Miro provides a visual workspace for innovation, where distributed teams can build the future together. MIro counts more than 80 million users, who improve product development, speed up time to market, and ensure that new products deliver on customer needs.
$10
per month per user
Microsoft Visio
Score 7.7 out of 10
N/A
Microsoft offers Visio, a diagramming tool for building flowcharts, diagrams (e.g. network diagrams), org charts and floor plans, available online as a subscription and also in enterprise level packages (e.g. Visio Professional).
$5
per month per user
Pricing
MiroMicrosoft Visio
Editions & Modules
1. Free - To discover what Miro can do. Always free
$0
2. Starter - Unlimited and private boards with essential features
$8
per month (billed annually) per user
3. Business - Scales collaboration with advanced features and security
$16
per month (billed annually) per user
4. Enterprise - For work across the entire organization, with support, security and control, to scale
contact sales
annual billing per user
Visio Plan 1
$5.00
per month per user
Visio Plan 2
$15.00
per month per user
Visio Standard 2024
$309.99
one-time fee On-premises diagramming solution, licensed for one PC
Visio Professional 2024
$579.99
one-time fee On-premises diagramming solution, licensed for one PC
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
MiroMicrosoft Visio
Free Trial
YesNo
Free/Freemium Version
YesYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeOptionalNo setup fee
Additional DetailsMonthly billing also available at $10 per month for the Starter plan, or $20 for the Business plan.
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Community Pulse
MiroMicrosoft Visio
Considered Both Products
Miro
Chose Miro
Microsoft Viso - Seems old style and it's complicated to use some of the advanced features. Diagrams look flat and dry. Lately AWS stopped stopping icons in visio which is pain. Copying images/icons from the internet works but not creates friction in the user experience.

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Chose Miro
We have replaced Microsoft Visio with Miro. I still do a lot of my wireframes in Balsamiq. However, I do plan on looking into Miro wireframe to see if it has what I need to switch to using it as my primary tool for putting together wireframes and presenting them to stakeholders …
Chose Miro
We decided to go with Miro (even having visio installed as part of our microsoft suite) due to the easy-to-use environment and user friendly UX/UI, the was it easier than any other tool to share content, boards or anything it's simply a win-win situation for us, no matter your …
Chose Miro
Signavio feels rigid and more difficult to learn - Miro is more user-friendly.

Microsoft Visio - this was a very easy tool to use and loved the hot keys to create objects on the fly. Miro is also easy, but maybe I just have more to learn about hot keys and incorporate those …
Chose Miro
Miro has more visualization tools, capabilities, and better ease of use than others I have tried.
Chose Miro
My main perception is that Miro offers more unlimited capabilities as it is not tied to a format or set of tools. This has great benefits in terms of creativity and collaboration. However, it does not offer native integration as other platforms would.
Chose Miro
Viso is much more difficult to use and to share. Sharing in a hybrid environment has become essential. Miro is much easier to share.
Chose Miro
Miro stacks up well against tools mentioned. It is intuitive and simply to get started. The minimal learning curve allows resources to become productive without any formal training.
Chose Miro
Miro is more modern, more easy to use, and much more flexible than Visio.
Chose Miro
I like Figma for similar reasons. I think what edged out Figma was the talktrack for me.

Importing and dragging and dropping files and it turning out how you might expect or it uploading at all can be more difficult in across the board in but my recollection was Canva did this …
Chose Miro
While my organization prefers Microsoft products, so I must use them for formal documentation, I think Miro is more intuitive and flexible. This makes ideation and planning much easier, and leads to more ideas making it out of my head. From there I can adapt what I've built …
Chose Miro
Considering the alternatives, Miro is the absolute best option for real time collaboration between people who may be separated by geography. It's easy to share content, and it's easy to collaborate with clients and partners, including when the client or partner does not have a …
Chose Miro
The flexibility of Miro in designing, collaborating and creating content that the customer understands is a big plus. All the features that Miro delivers are beneficial and available for us.
Miro is really focused on collaboration and creating content which makes the …
Chose Miro
Miro seems to do so much more than the other apps, makes it way easier and intuitive to use. It can be as simple or complex as I need it to be.
Chose Miro
Miro stacks up well against these tools but MS Visio (if memory serves me) allows a bit more interactivity and programmability between board elements (hide and reveal, jump to other elements and back with ease, and general ease of navigation).
Chose Miro
We prefer Miro for its ease of use, easy distribution and collaboration capabilities. Visio needed an installation, training and file sharing. Miro is much easier to onboard people. They seem to just get in and join the conversation easily.
Chose Miro
Much easier to use and onboard people even if less pixel perfect
Chose Miro
Visio seems to be limited to flow charts or process flows, which was great, but it's very limited to that and often has loads of syncing issues. Miro opened up the possibility to not only use flow charts but also take collaboration to a new level. They continuously add features …
Chose Miro
Miro is more reliable and fast to use.
Chose Miro
We tried to switch to other apps because Miro lacks all diagramming features, especially for BPMN. We were coming back to Miro because it's visually the best software with the best User Experience ever. Every tool we used so far was hard to navigate and explore features. Miro …
Chose Miro
Miro offers more flexibility and a larger canvas compared to Visio, which is page-based and can make it difficult to maintain a smooth flow for a process.

In my current project, it was nice to be able to print out a working version on a roll of paper and not have a booklet of …
Microsoft Visio
Chose Microsoft Visio
Microsoft Visio and Miro are both diagramming and visual collaboration tools, but they have some differences in terms of their capabilities and intended uses.One main difference between the two is the range of diagram types that they support. Microsoft Visio is primarily …
Chose Microsoft Visio
Cost benefit is significant with Microsoft Visio vs Miro, as it is included in the MS 365 Suite. While it has less capability overall than Miro, for flowcharts specifically it is great.
Chose Microsoft Visio
Microsoft Visio defaults to more professional looking diagrams and has a simpler UX/UI, however it lacks hugely on the collaboration and engineering design templates side of things.
Chose Microsoft Visio
Microsoft Visio is a much more improved software. Its technological features are very advanced compared to the ones from other softwares. It makes it easy to create work of quality, to analyze and visualize any process or data and generate ideas of any kind. It is the easiest …
Chose Microsoft Visio
Even though it’s a more expensive solution, Vizio is built for the enterprise. Therefore, it integrates perfectly with our existing Microsoft stack, and quite frankly, because it’s such a more mature product, it provides exactly the functionality we need and expect.
Chose Microsoft Visio
Microsoft Visio is more aligned for professional presentation where a process flow is very important to be read and understood. Microsoft Visio is the market leader in this field and has all the great options. Comparing to other tool Microsoft Visio is great for flow charts and …
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User Ratings
MiroMicrosoft Visio
Likelihood to Recommend
9.1
(5552 ratings)
7.9
(70 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
9.4
(148 ratings)
10.0
(2 ratings)
Usability
8.7
(103 ratings)
8.0
(5 ratings)
Availability
9.4
(16 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Performance
8.9
(15 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
7.4
(46 ratings)
7.3
(14 ratings)
Online Training
9.8
(4 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
8.9
(3582 ratings)
10.0
(1 ratings)
Configurability
8.0
(9 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Ease of integration
8.1
(3928 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Product Scalability
8.3
(15 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Vendor post-sale
7.6
(5 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Vendor pre-sale
6.1
(5 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
MiroMicrosoft Visio
Likelihood to Recommend
Miro
It is excellent for digital collaboration with clients and colleagues. It can replace PowerPoint as an engagement and communication tool that can be used to drive interactive sessions, ongoing collaboration, and iteration. Using the integrated video tools to run participants through the board and/or provide instructions is fantastic. As is the ability to integrate with third-party applications like Jira. However, it is currently less suited to building toolsets that can be monetized, as there is no defined way to limit who can access custom boards.
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Microsoft
Given the versatility and diversity of the diagrams that can be created with Microsoft Visio, we use this tool for the most diverse activities. With our students, we use it to organize group activities and manage the tasks that everyone has to complete. In research groups, we use it to divide tasks and create organization charts. For research activities, especially the more complex ones carried out, for example, in PhD programmes, the diagrams allow us to display all the work phases graphically.
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Pros
Miro
  • Visualization of concepts. Very easy to create diagrams, journey maps, cluster information together
  • Collaborative work. Sometimes I create activities where we do some individual work and then converge together as a group, the ability to do that all in one board and then have the information in one place is really valuable.
  • Planning. Super easy to create detailed plans, move things around, leave comments. Especially love the 'cards' where you can even put status progress and assign to specific person
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Microsoft
  • Visio comes with icons that can help differentiate processes within a map. These can be used to be a legend and helps create a visually appealing flow.
  • Visio is user-friendly and allows the user to easily navigate through the different creative options that can be used.
  • Because this is a Microsoft product, Visio works well with other Microsoft products for easy translation.
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Cons
Miro
  • Im having trouble working with the timeline when I add a card as an object, as im not able to open it again to edit some of the card elements.
  • I had issues with the dot voting in the past as the dots would not adjust shape/size. I'm not sure if this has now been solved.
  • The most important: Please allow to export in PDF or any format, only specific frames or parts of the board.
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Microsoft
  • For me personally I cannot highlight anything specific that has any bearing on how I use the product. Everything is very straightforward and clearly signposted including template desgins and categories. The layout is easy to navigate and as it's part of the MS Office ecosystem means there is less to learn as I'm used to a lot of the cross product functionality.
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Likelihood to Renew
Miro
There is no other tool like Miro for process Mapping in particular. I've tried PowerPoint, Word, and other programs, but when collaborating virtually on how to improve a process, Miro has all of the tools and more to enable successful mapping. The colors, different types of shapes and text books, along with the ability to integrate different documents and other functionality, make it ideal for this purpose. In a virtual world, it's a must-have.
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Microsoft
We use Microsoft Visio to keep our diagrams updated and to that end we will need the subscription to keep using the software. Otherwise we will be left with PDF versions of the diagrams.
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Usability
Miro
I would rate Miro's overall usability a 10 as well. The platform's intuitive design and user-friendly interface make it incredibly easy to navigate and use, even for those who are new to it. The drag-and-drop functionality, along with a wide range of templates and tools, allows for seamless collaboration and creativity. Additionally, the real-time collaboration features enable our team to work together efficiently, regardless of location. The integration with other tools we use daily further enhances our workflow, making Miro an indispensable part of our toolkit. Overall, Miro's usability has significantly improved our productivity and collaboration, making it a top choice for our team.
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Microsoft
I think Microsoft Visio is pretty easy to initially pick up and understand the user interface to dive into make basic models. It would be nice if there were some fit for purpose templates so that not as much time needs to be spent on some types of engineering diagram structure. Trying to work on a single Visio file with multiple team members is also a sticking point.
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Reliability and Availability
Miro
I only give a 9/10 because of the speed at which it loads. I have never experienced issues with Miro logging me out early, or some other technical issue causing the program to crash, or even it just loading in perpetuity without ever actually coming up (unlike other programs such as SFDC). It take a minute for all of my boards to come up after I click on it in my favorites, but besides that, it's all good.
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Microsoft
No answers on this topic
Performance
Miro
I took the loading quickly to be related to availability which I commented on before, so ditto with those comment on load time here. Although to reemphasize, Miro doesn't crash or just refuse to load like some other programs. The weak point of Miro for me is integration of files like Word, Excel, or PowerPoint (especially the later two). When you embed these, it gets slow, and complicated to bring them up while you're in the application.
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Microsoft
No answers on this topic
Support Rating
Miro
We have never reached out to or contacted support because Miro's platform has been incredibly intuitive and user-friendly. The comprehensive resources available, such as tutorials, documentation, and community forums, have provided all the guidance we needed. The seamless integration with our existing tools and the reliability of the platform have ensured that we rarely encounter issues that require external assistance. This self-sufficiency has allowed us to focus more on our projects and collaboration without interruptions. Overall, our experience with Miro has been smooth and efficient, eliminating the need for additional support
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Microsoft
Overall, I feel that Microsoft's support is weak. They are now such a behemoth that their model of putting documentation online for their users to sift through is totally outgrown. Given the amount of money you pay for these licenses, Microsoft should provide easy one-on-one support for their products via email or chat. The idea of paying their rates for support incidents is ridiculous. If you have an enormous amount of time on your hands, use their support websites and you will eventually find a solution most of the time.
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Online Training
Miro
There was a series of webinars which Miro hosted with our organization that went over the basics, then progressively became more advanced with additional sections. The instructors were knowledgeable, and provided examples throughout the sessions, as well as answered peoples' questions. There was ample time and experience on the calls to cover a range of topics. The instructors were also very friendly and sociable, as well as honest. Of course Miro isn't a "God-tool" that does absolutely everything, but the instructors were aware and emphasized the strengths where Miro had them and sincerely accepted feedback.
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Microsoft
No answers on this topic
Implementation Rating
Miro
So many ways to use Miro, it'd be good to have a basic training for users to do before starting. We're finding there's a vast split amongst our users, some use all the time, and some avoid it heavily. Finding ways to personalize the onboarding experience will be key. Maybe even just an "onboarding template" they can be walked through. It would be good to also have a central management of activity and notifications of when people log-in and work on things.
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Microsoft
No answers on this topic
Alternatives Considered
Miro
Jamboard is slow, didn't always show changes in real time, doesn't support infinite canvas and is more limited in functionality and easy to use than Miro. It goes without saying, but Jamboard is being retired as a product this year. Miro on the other hand has constant updates and new features including AI capabilities.
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Microsoft
Even though it’s a more expensive solution, Vizio is built for the enterprise. Therefore, it integrates perfectly with our existing Microsoft stack, and quite frankly, because it’s such a more mature product, it provides exactly the functionality we need and expect.
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Scalability
Miro
Miro is great for scaling. In every department and subdivision across my entire organization, there is someone using it. From Sales to marketing, to manufacturing and operations; and even in legal and finance, there isn't a process or a department that is not using Miro, and if they aren't, they're missing out! Even at the highest to the lowest levels of the organization, it is essential for virtual collaboration.
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Microsoft
No answers on this topic
Return on Investment
Miro
  • Ease of collaboration - This has saved me countless hours and stress. Old products such as Visio and Milanote lacked collaborative features. With more time and more mental capacity, I am able to accomplish more.
  • There has been a reduced project completion time. For example when designing websites. I am able to clip a snippet of a website we are designing, draw an arrow to exactly where we need to work, and apply a post-it with direction. This has saved us a ton of hours and back and forth via Whatsapp directing the team on what needs to be done.
  • There is a financial return for sure. I just don't have those hard numbers at the moment.
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Microsoft
  • Visio diagrams have help us streamline processes that reduce costs and improve efficiencies.
  • It is a very complete program, it allows you to make industrial and civil works diagrams. It also allows you to design 3D graphics. It is a very reliable program.
  • Its ability to work with vectors is a big plus. It can easily import SVG graphics, edit their individual lines and then being able to export the edited SVG again.
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ScreenShots

Miro Screenshots

Screenshot of Miro's design sprint templates, used to solve big challenges, create new products or improve existing ones.Screenshot of the Sprint Planning features in Miro, that assists Development Teams in creating a transparent understanding of what can be built and how. Users can run sprints and turn a team into creative and active participants. Today, many organizations use Agile tools to manage software development and other non-IT projects.Screenshot of the PI Planning Template that brings teams toward one vision of what stories to develop. Used to manage a backlog, increase productivity, and build the foundation for a successful PI Planning event. Miro’s PI Planning Template helps to get an overview of any PI Planning event, with step-by-step frames to guide the process.Screenshot of diagrams, concept maps, and system mapping templates used to communicate complex flows and create a shared understanding. Users can check off all the essential steps of the diagramming process and gain a complete overview of operations with Miro's diagramming templates collection.