What it does
Balsamiq is a wireframing and prototyping tool built around early interface structure. Teams can draw rough screens, add interaction and gather comments before detailed visual design. Paid plans charge for editors, include unlimited reviewers and begin with a 14-day trial without a credit card.
Rough screens that colleagues can review
Balsamiq combines drag-and-drop wireframing, reusable interface components and interactive prototypes. Boards hold wireframes and flows inside a project, so one feature can include several variations without consuming another project allowance. Reviewers can view and comment without an editing seat.
Cloud plans
| Plan | USD per editor/month, billed annually | Project allowance |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $16 | 10 projects |
| Teams | $24 | 100 projects |
| Enterprise | $35 | 400 projects |
All three include PDF or image export. AI credits are separate allowances for generating or editing wireframes, turning screenshots into wireframes and creating prototypes; top-ups cost extra.
Choose Try it free to create a workspace. Draw with the component library or supply a prompt or screenshot to Balsamiq AI, then invite reviewers to comment. The rough visual style fits discussions about layout and flow; final brand styling usually belongs in a detailed design editor.
Strengths
- Reviewers can view and comment without a paid editing seat
- A project can contain unlimited boards
- PDF and image exports are included across the Cloud plans
Watch out for
- The trial ends after 14 days; ongoing editing requires a paid plan
- AI use has credit allowances and optional paid top-ups
Best for
- Early product discussions and low-fidelity task flows
Sources
- Balsamiq wireframing and prototyping (Oct 27, 2026)
- Balsamiq Cloud pricing (Oct 27, 2026)