Gleek
Gleek is a powerful conceptualization suite that allows developers to create diagrams using only their keyboard. With Gleek, users can gene...
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What is Gleek?
Gleek is a text-to-diagram tool focused on speed that lets users create diagrams entirely using keyboard commands without touching a mouse. It converts descriptions written in Gleek's unique syntax into various diagram types including flowcharts, entity-relationship diagrams, UML class and sequence diagrams, state machine diagrams, object diagrams, Gantt charts, and user journey diagrams.
The tool is designed specifically for developers, software architects, and technical professionals who prefer typing over drag-and-drop diagramming. Gleek offers keyboard-centric diagram creation with intuitive syntax that has a short learning curve, allowing users to rapidly conceptualize software systems, databases, and processes.
Key features include AI-powered chat for generating diagrams from simple text commands, version control through Git repository integration, live collaboration for team planning, multiple export formats (PNG, SVG, PDF), design templates, and custom themes. Gleek integrates with Confluence and Azure DevOps for embedding diagrams directly into workflows.
Gleek is ideal for software architecture diagrams, UML diagrams, database design, process mapping, project management with Gantt charts, and mapping user journeys. It prioritizes speed over perfection, helping developers communicate ideas clearly with minimal keystrokes during software planning meetings and live collaboration sessions.
Gleek pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free: €0/month with full diagramming features, AI Chat, 5 diagram files max, 40 objects per file max, PNG export only, local browser storage, ads included. Premium Monthly: €6.95/month with unlimited files and objects, HD PNG/SVG/PDF export, AI Chat, custom themes, ad-free, priority support. Premium Per-Activity: €10.99/month, charges based on previous month usage, freezes when inactive, unlimited files/objects, HD export, AI Chat. Premium Yearly: €58.40/year (saves money vs monthly) for serious pro users with all Premium features. Premium Teams: €6.95/month per user for 2+ users, team owner manages licenses, single invoicing. Student: 50% discount for students and teachers with Premium features.
Gleek pros
- Keyboard-only diagram creation without mouse
- Fast text-to-diagram conversion with unique syntax
- Free plan with full diagramming feature set
- AI-powered chat for diagram generation
- Git repository integration for version control
- Confluence integration for embedding diagrams
- Azure DevOps integration for work items
- Multiple export formats: PNG, SVG, PDF
- 16 different shapes for various diagram types
- Live collaboration for team planning
- Custom themes for diagram shapes
- Pre-designed templates for common use cases
- Unlimited diagram files in Premium plans
- Local browser storage in Free plan
- Quick learning curve with intuitive syntax
Gleek cons
- Free plan limited to 5 diagram files
- Free plan limited to 40 objects per file
- AI Chat not available in Free plan
- Only PNG export in Free plan
- No styling customization in Free plan
- Free plan contains ads
- No free trial available
- Support only for paid plans in Free tier
Frequently asked questions about Gleek
How does Gleek's pricing work?
Gleek offers Free, Premium Monthly, Premium Per-Activity, and Team plans. The Premium Monthly and Team plans cost €6.95/month, Premium Per-Activity costs €10.99/month, and Premium Yearly is €58.40/year. The Free plan is €0/month with limitations on files and objects.
How does a Per-Activity plan work?
It's a subscription that charges based on how much you use Gleek in the previous month. You're charged upfront, but if you don't use it the next month, your payment freezes until you use the tool again. This way you only pay when you actually use Gleek, saving money if you don't need it every month.
What are the limitations of the Free plan?
The Free plan includes all basic diagramming features but limits users to 5 diagram files and 40 objects per file. AI Chat is not available, only PNG export is supported, no styling customization, diagrams store only locally in browser IndexDB, support is only for paid plans, and the Free version contains ads while Premium is ad-free.
How can I benefit from Gleek AI Chat?
Gleek AI Chat acts like a diagram genie - just tell it what you need (ER, sequence, class diagrams, or flowcharts) and you get custom-made diagrams instantly. It's a time-saver that makes collaboration easier. This feature is available in all Premium plans but not in the Free plan.
Where are my diagrams stored?
In the Free plan, diagrams are stored only locally in the browser IndexDB database. In paid plans, diagrams are stored on Gleek servers with an additional security layer. Paid users can also connect Gleek to their Git repository to store diagrams there together with their code.
What is the benefit of Git integration with Gleek?
When you connect Gleek to your Git repository, all diagrams are saved there in your organization's private storage. You can share diagrams between team members and version control is available, making it easy to track changes and collaborate on diagram versions alongside your code.
Do you have integration with Confluence or Azure DevOps?
Yes, Gleek has free integrations for both Confluence and Azure DevOps. These integrations allow you to create diagrams and embed them directly into your workflow tools without leaving your project management environment.
What is the benefit of Confluence integration with Gleek?
Confluence integration enables you to create a diagram and embed it right on the Confluence page. This allows teams to include visual documentation directly in their Confluence workspace alongside project documentation and wikis.
What is the benefit of Azure DevOps integration with Gleek?
Azure DevOps integration enables you to create a diagram and embed it in the description of your work item. This lets developers add visual documentation directly to stories, tasks, and bugs in Azure DevOps for better team communication.
Can I cancel my subscription any time?
Yes, you can cancel the monthly plan any time before the billing date. Your plan remains valid until the end of the given period and you won't be charged for the new month. You can check billing information in your profile settings.