Tools Guide

Bizagi Modeler

Free desktop BPMN modeler. Solid for learning, Windows only.

www.bizagi.com/en/platform/modeler

At a glance

Category
Process Modeling
Best for
Individual practitioners and learners on Windows who want a free, BPMN-compliant desktop modeler.
BPMN support
Full BPMN 2.0 compliant with XML export
Collaboration
No real-time collaboration. File-based sharing only.
Pricing
Free (Modeler). Paid plans for Automation and beyond.

Strengths

  • +Completely free desktop modeler
  • +Full BPMN 2.0 compliance with validation
  • +Good built-in templates and examples
  • +Process documentation and publishing features

Limitations

  • -Windows only - no Mac or Linux support
  • -No cloud version of the modeler
  • -No real-time collaboration
  • -Desktop application that requires installation

Our take

Bizagi Modeler has been a go-to free option for years, especially in universities and training programs. The BPMN compliance is solid and the templates help beginners get started. The Windows-only limitation is a dealbreaker for many teams today, and the lack of cloud collaboration feels increasingly dated.

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