ArgoUML
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VisitArgoUML vs BESSER
What both publish
| Fact | ArgoUML | BESSER |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | The project provides installation through Java Web Start. | The Python package is installed with pip, and the full codebase can be cloned and run locally for extensions and generators. |
| License | ArgoUML is distributed under the Eclipse Public License (EPL) 1.0. | BESSER is open source under the MIT license. |
| Support | The project directs users to a mailing list for UML questions and an IRC channel at Freenode. | The project offers an on-page assistant without an account, email support, and GitHub bug triage weekly. |
ArgoUML plans
- Free/Open sourceFree
BESSER plans
- BESSERFree
- FreeFree
Pick ArgoUML if…
ArgoUML suits users who need UML 1.4 modeling, XMI exchange, or code generation from UML models. It may also fit those working with Java source and class files who want reverse-engineering support.
Pick BESSER if…
BESSER suits developers and teams building applications through low-code modeling, including those using AI-assisted workflows. It is also relevant to users who want to extend the platform locally or generate deployments from models.