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MindView alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best MindView 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."
MindView compared with 5 alternatives: MindManager, Xmind, MindGenius, Ayoa and MindMeister.
MindView is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $340 per year. 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| MindViewThis tool | Free trial · from $340/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows |
| MindManager | 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 |
| MindGenius | Free trial · from $160/yr | Trial only | Web |
| Ayoa | Free plan · from $13/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| MindMeister | Free plan · from €6.50/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
MindView starts at $28.33 a month when paid by the year and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 4 of the 5 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: MindManager, Xmind, Ayoa and MindMeister.
MindGenius starts lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
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
How each one differs from MindView
MindManager
Mind mapping and diagramming software with Gantt charts
- MindManager starts at $99 per user / year (Essentials, web only).
- MindManager also lists a web app and iOS and Android apps.
- MindManager can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- MindManager also covers templates and kanban boards.
Suits: Project managers who plan with mind maps and Gantt charts in one file
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 MindView lacks.
- Xmind also lists a web app and Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- Xmind also covers templates and presentations.
- Xmind does not cover diagrams, which MindView does.
Suits: People who think in mind maps and want an app on every device
MindGenius
Mind mapping that turns into tasks, boards and timelines
- MindGenius starts at $160 per seat / year, billed annually ($16 per seat billed monthly).
- MindGenius also lists a web app.
- MindGenius lists no Windows and macOS apps, which MindView has.
- MindGenius also covers tasks.
- MindGenius does not cover Gantt & timelines and diagrams, which MindView does.
Suits: Teams that want to plan and assign work from a mind map
Ayoa
Mind mapping with whiteboards and visual task boards
- Ayoa starts at $13 per user / month, billed annually ($155.99 a year).
- Ayoa has a free plan, which MindView lacks.
- Ayoa also lists a web app and iOS and Android apps.
- Ayoa also covers whiteboard, tasks and kanban boards.
- Ayoa does not cover diagrams, which MindView does.
Suits: Visual thinkers who want mind maps and tasks in one app
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 MindView lacks.
- MindMeister also lists a web app and iOS and Android apps.
- MindMeister lists no Windows and macOS apps, which MindView has.
- MindMeister also covers templates and presentations.
Suits: Teams that brainstorm together in a browser
Limits worth knowing in MindView
- Sold as a yearly subscription at $340 per license; there is no monthly option on the buy page.
- The system requirements page lists Windows 10 or later and macOS 10.15 or later; no web or mobile version is listed.
- Educational and volume pricing is quoted by contacting the company.
- MindView AT and MeetingBooster are separate products, not covered by this price.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to MindView?
The alternatives to MindView in this directory are MindManager, Xmind, MindGenius, Ayoa and MindMeister. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with MindView.
Is there a free alternative to MindView?
Yes. Xmind, Ayoa and MindMeister have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which MindView alternatives work on Linux?
The MindView listing does not include a Linux app. Xmind lists one.
Which MindView alternatives work on Android?
The MindView listing does not include an Android app. MindManager, Xmind, Ayoa and MindMeister list one.
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.