Native macOS Application

VUML

Architecture modelling for macOS. A native PlantUML editor with live preview, model-first persistence, and support for eight diagram types. No cloud. No subscriptions. Just a tool that works.

VUML PlantUML editor with live sequence diagram preview and Vim mode

Built for architects and engineers

VUML is purpose-built for macOS, delivering a fast, private, and focused modelling experience without compromise.

PlantUML Editor

Write PlantUML syntax in a dedicated code editor with syntax highlighting and real-time diagram preview in a split-pane interface.

Live Preview

See your diagrams render as you type. The preview pane updates automatically, giving you instant visual feedback on every change.

Model-First Persistence

Define architectural elements once in a SQLite-backed model and reference them across multiple views and diagrams using the .vuml format.

Vim Mode

A full modal editing engine built into the text editor. Navigate, edit, and compose diagrams with the keyboard efficiency of Vim.

Fully Offline

No internet connection required. No telemetry. No data collection. Your architecture models stay on your machine, always.

Native macOS

Built entirely with Swift and SwiftUI. No Electron, no web views, no third-party dependencies. Runs natively on Apple Silicon and Intel.

Eight diagram types

From high-level enterprise architecture to detailed class diagrams, VUML covers the full spectrum of software and systems modelling.

Sequence Class Component State Activity Use Case ArchiMate WBS

One-time purchase. No subscriptions.

Pay once, own it forever. Free updates included. Choose the option that suits you best.

Mac App Store

App Store Edition

£19.99
One-time purchase
  • Automatic updates via App Store
  • All 8 diagram types
  • PlantUML editor with live preview
  • Model-first persistence
  • Vim mode
  • PNG and SVG export
Get on the App Store
Direct Download

Independent Edition

£19.99
One-time purchase
  • Download directly from us
  • All 8 diagram types
  • PlantUML editor with live preview
  • Model-first persistence
  • Vim mode
  • PNG and SVG export
Buy Direct — £19.99