ArkT vs Miro
Which architecture diagram tool is right for you? Compare features, pricing, and use cases to make the best choice for your team.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | ArkT | Miro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free forever | Free tier limited, from $8/month |
| Multi-level drilling | Unlimited depth | Frames and sections |
| AI impact analysis | Built-in | Not available |
| GitHub integration | Native sync | Not available |
| Real-time collaboration | Yes | Yes (best-in-class) |
| Focus | Architecture diagrams | General whiteboarding |
| Template library | 50+ architecture | 1000+ all-purpose |
| Whiteboard features | Not available | Sticky notes, voting, timers |
| Learning curve | Easy | Easy to moderate |
| Data storage | Local-first | Cloud-based |
| Free tier boards | Unlimited | 3 editable boards |
| Integrations | GitHub, Figma | 100+ apps (Slack, Jira, etc.) |
When to Choose ArkT
- •You specifically need architecture diagrams with depth
- •You want unlimited free boards (Miro limits to 3)
- •Budget is a concern (ArkT is 100% free)
- •You need AI-powered impact analysis
- •You work with GitHub repositories
- •You prefer local-first data storage
- •You want focused, distraction-free diagramming
When to Choose Miro
- •You need general-purpose whiteboarding
- •Your team runs workshops with sticky notes and voting
- •You require extensive third-party integrations (Slack, Jira, etc.)
- •You want best-in-class collaboration features
- •You need presentation mode and advanced sharing
- •Your organization already uses Miro
Using ArkT Alongside Miro
Keep Miro for workshops
Continue using Miro for brainstorming, retrospectives, and collaborative workshops.
Use ArkT for architecture
Create detailed, multi-level architecture diagrams in ArkT with AI impact analysis.
Link between tools
Reference ArkT diagrams from Miro boards, and vice versa, for complete documentation.
Save on costs
Use ArkT's free unlimited boards for architecture work, keeping Miro for specialized collaboration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can ArkT replace Miro entirely?+
It depends on your use case. For architecture diagrams, yes. For general whiteboarding, workshops, and sticky note brainstorming, Miro is better. Many teams use both: Miro for collaboration sessions, ArkT for technical architecture.
How does ArkT's free plan compare to Miro's?+
ArkT is 100% free with unlimited diagrams. Miro's free plan limits you to 3 editable boards, which fills up quickly for architecture work.
Does ArkT have collaboration features like Miro?+
ArkT has real-time collaboration for diagramming. Miro has more advanced features like cursors, comments, voting, and timers for workshops. ArkT focuses on diagram quality over workshop features.
Can I export from Miro to ArkT?+
You can export Miro boards as images and use them as reference. For architecture diagrams, it's often better to recreate them in ArkT to take advantage of multi-level drilling.
Which is better for remote teams?+
For architecture work, ArkT is better (free, focused, AI-powered). For general collaboration and workshops, Miro is better. Most remote teams benefit from using both.
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