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EdrawMind alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the best EdrawMind alternative for most people is Xmind (3.0 GPA), second in our ranking of whiteboard and mind map tools. It's also the best free one. The catch, in its listing's words: "Up to 10 manually created online maps."

EdrawMind compared with 5 alternatives: Xmind, MindManager, MindMeister, Boardmix and GitMind.

EdrawMind is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $35.10 per 6 months (semi-annual), $53.10 per year. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
EdrawMindThis toolFree trial · from $35.10/moTrial onlyWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
XmindFree plan · from $4.92/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
MindManagerFree trial · from $99/yrTrial onlyWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
MindMeisterFree plan · from €6.50/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
BoardmixFree plan · from $5/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows
GitMindFree plan · from $4.08/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension

Price against what you get

EdrawMind starts at $4.43 a month when paid by the year and scores 3.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.

Xmind scores higher without starting lower. GitMind starts lower without scoring higher.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$2$5$10$20$50More for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessEdrawMindXmindMindManagerMindMeisterBoardmixGitMind

What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →

  • The best score at each price
  • Has a free plan
  • No free plan
The full chart of whiteboard and mind map tools, and the best at every price

How each one differs from EdrawMind

  1. Xmind

    Mind mapping app with AI, Gantt charts and a presentation mode

    • Xmind starts at $4.92 per month, billed yearly ($59 a year).
    • Xmind has a free plan, which EdrawMind lacks.
    • Xmind also covers Gantt & timelines.
    • Xmind does not cover diagrams, which EdrawMind does.

    Suits: People who think in mind maps and want an app on every device

    Xmind vs EdrawMindXmind pricing and details

  2. MindManager

    Mind mapping and diagramming software with Gantt charts

    • MindManager starts at $99 per user / year (Essentials, web only).
    • MindManager lists no Linux app, which EdrawMind has.
    • MindManager also covers kanban boards and Gantt & timelines.
    • MindManager does not cover presentations, which EdrawMind does.

    Suits: Project managers who plan with mind maps and Gantt charts in one file

    MindManager vs EdrawMindMindManager pricing and details

  3. MindMeister

    Browser-based mind mapping with real-time collaboration

    • MindMeister starts at €6.50 per user / month, billed yearly.
    • MindMeister has a free plan, which EdrawMind lacks.
    • MindMeister lists no Windows, macOS and Linux apps, which EdrawMind has.
    • MindMeister does not cover diagrams, which EdrawMind does.

    Suits: Teams that brainstorm together in a browser

    MindMeister vs EdrawMindMindMeister pricing and details

  4. Boardmix

    Whiteboard for diagrams and mind maps with AI tools and lifetime plans

    • Boardmix starts at $5 per member / month, billed annually ($12 billed monthly).
    • Boardmix has a free plan, which EdrawMind lacks.
    • Boardmix lists no Linux, iOS and Android apps, which EdrawMind has.
    • Boardmix also covers whiteboard.
    • Boardmix does not cover presentations, which EdrawMind does.

    Suits: Solo users who want a one-time lifetime purchase instead of a subscription

    Boardmix vs EdrawMindBoardmix pricing and details

  5. GitMind

    AI mind mapping, flowchart and whiteboard app

    • GitMind starts at $4.08 per month, billed annually ($9 billed monthly).
    • GitMind has a free plan, which EdrawMind lacks.
    • GitMind also lists a browser extension.
    • GitMind lists no Linux app, which EdrawMind has.
    • GitMind also covers whiteboard.

    Suits: Students and teachers who turn documents and videos into mind maps

    GitMind vs EdrawMindGitMind pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in EdrawMind

  • Subscriptions auto-renew, and the store page shows a crossed-out higher price that the page gives no end date for.
  • A perpetual license covers the desktop V14 only; mobile and online access on those plans runs for 3 years.
  • The listing mentions an optional trial of Edraw Creative Assets that renews at $15.90 a month.
  • No free plan is shown on the pricing page; the desktop app is a free download.
EdrawMind pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to EdrawMind?

The alternatives to EdrawMind in this directory are Xmind, MindManager, MindMeister, Boardmix and GitMind. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with EdrawMind.

Is there a free alternative to EdrawMind?

Yes. Xmind, MindMeister, Boardmix and GitMind have a free plan alongside paid ones.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 6, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.