Genogram Maker vs Canva for Genograms

Genogram Maker vs Canva

You can make a genogram in Canva, but it is a general design tool: there are no genogram symbols or rules, so you draw every square, circle and line yourself and move them when the family changes. Genogram Maker knows the McGoldrick–Gerson notation, lays out generations automatically and builds the key for you.

At a glance

	Genogram Maker	Canva
Genogram symbols	Built in (standard notation)	Draw with shapes
Layout	Automatic by generation	Manual
Relationship lines	15 standard lines	Draw by hand
Key	Automatic	Make your own
AI from text	Yes	Not genogram-specific
Design freedom	Focused on genograms	Very high

When Canva is fine

A small, simple family where you want a custom visual style.
You are already making a poster or slide around it.

When a genogram maker saves time

Three generations or more, divorces and remarriages.
When you are graded on using the correct symbols.
When the family changes and you would otherwise redraw everything.

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