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MindManager alternatives
MindManager compared with 6 alternatives: Xmind, MindMeister, Mindomo, SmartDraw, Microsoft Visio and 1 more.
MindManager is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $99 per user / year (Essentials, web only). 4 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| MindManagerThis tool | Free trial · from $99/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Xmind | Free plan · from $4.92/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| MindMeister | Free plan · from €6.50/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Mindomo | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| SmartDraw | Free trial · from $10.95/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Microsoft Visio | Free trial · from $5.00/mo | Trial only | Web, Windows |
| Ayoa | Free plan · from $13/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from MindManager
- Free plan · from $4.92/mo
Xmind
Mind mapping app with AI, Gantt charts and a presentation mode
- Xmind starts at $4.92 per month, billed yearly ($59 a year). MindManager starts at $99 per user / year (Essentials, web only).
- Xmind has a free plan. MindManager does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Xmind lists a Linux app.
- MindManager can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Xmind also covers presentations.
Suits: People who think in mind maps and want an app on every device
- Free plan · from €6.50/mo
MindMeister
Browser-based mind mapping with real-time collaboration
- MindMeister starts at €6.50 per user / month, billed yearly. MindManager starts at $99 per user / year (Essentials, web only).
- MindMeister has a free plan. MindManager does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only MindManager lists macOS and Windows apps.
- MindManager can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- MindMeister also covers presentations.
Suits: Teams that brainstorm together in a browser
- Free plan · from $7/mo
Mindomo
Mind maps, outlines and Gantt charts with real-time editing
- Mindomo starts at $7 per month, prepaid yearly. MindManager starts at $99 per user / year (Essentials, web only).
- Mindomo has a free plan. MindManager does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Mindomo lists a Linux app.
- Only Mindomo lists a browser extension.
- MindManager can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Teachers and students using mind maps for assignments and study
- Free trial · from $10.95/mo
SmartDraw
Floor plans, scaled layouts and business diagrams in the browser
- SmartDraw starts at $10.95 per month, billed annually ($7.95 intro price for new customers). MindManager starts at $99 per user / year (Essentials, web only).
- Only MindManager lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- MindManager can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- SmartDraw also covers whiteboard.
- MindManager also covers kanban boards and Gantt & timelines.
Suits: Floor plans, site plans and other scaled layouts without CAD software
- Free trial · from $5.00/mo
Microsoft Visio
Diagramming software for flowcharts, org charts and floor plans
- Microsoft Visio starts at $5.00 per user / month, paid yearly (Visio Plan 1). MindManager starts at $99 per user / year (Essentials, web only).
- Only MindManager lists macOS, iOS and Android apps.
- MindManager also covers kanban boards and Gantt & timelines.
Suits: Organizations already licensed for Microsoft 365
- Free plan · from $13/mo
Ayoa
Mind mapping with whiteboards and visual task boards
- Ayoa starts at $13 per user / month, billed annually ($155.99 a year). MindManager starts at $99 per user / year (Essentials, web only).
- Ayoa has a free plan. MindManager does not, though it has a free trial.
- MindManager can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Ayoa also covers whiteboard and tasks.
- MindManager also covers templates and diagrams.
Suits: Visual thinkers who want mind maps and tasks in one app
Limits worth knowing in MindManager
- There is no free plan; the 30-day trial is the only way to use MindManager without paying.
- Essentials is web only and has no co-editing, while the one-time purchase is desktop only and excludes co-editing, publishing, web access and version upgrades.
- Content control and SharePoint Linker are available on Windows only, and the Jira integration is a paid add-on.
- On mobile the pricing page lists only a viewing app, MindManager Go, which comes with Professional and Enterprise.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to MindManager?
The alternatives to MindManager in this directory are Xmind, MindMeister, Mindomo, SmartDraw, Microsoft Visio and Ayoa. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with MindManager.
Is there a free alternative to MindManager?
Yes. Xmind, MindMeister, Mindomo and Ayoa have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which MindManager alternatives work on Linux?
The MindManager listing does not include a Linux app. Xmind and Mindomo list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.