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SpiderScribe alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded SpiderScribe alternative is Milanote (2.8 GPA). It's also the best free one.
SpiderScribe compared with 5 alternatives: MindMeister, Coggle, Mindomo, Milanote and MindMup.
SpiderScribe has a free plan. Paid plans start at $5 per month. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpiderScribeThis tool | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web, iOS |
| MindMeister | Free plan · from €6.50/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Coggle | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web |
| Mindomo | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Milanote | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| MindMup | Free plan · from $6/mo | Yes | Web |
Price against what you get
SpiderScribe starts at $5 a month and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
MindMeister, Coggle, Mindomo, Milanote and MindMup score higher without starting lower.
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 SpiderScribe
MindMeister
Browser-based mind mapping with real-time collaboration
- MindMeister starts at €6.50 per user / month, billed yearly.
- MindMeister also lists an Android app.
- MindMeister also covers templates and presentations.
- MindMeister does not cover diagrams, which SpiderScribe does.
Suits: Teams that brainstorm together in a browser
Coggle
Collaborative mind maps and flowcharts in the browser
- Coggle starts at $5 per month.
- Coggle lists no iOS app, which SpiderScribe has.
- Coggle is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Coggle also covers Markdown.
Suits: Students and teams making quick collaborative mind maps
Mindomo
Mind maps, outlines and Gantt charts with real-time editing
- Mindomo starts at $7 per month, prepaid yearly.
- Mindomo also lists macOS, Windows, Linux and Android apps and a browser extension.
- Mindomo also covers tasks and Gantt & timelines.
- Mindomo does not cover diagrams, which SpiderScribe does.
Suits: Teachers and students using mind maps for assignments and study
Milanote
Visual boards for organizing creative projects
- Milanote starts at $9.99 per person / month, billed annually.
- Milanote also lists macOS, Windows and Android apps and a browser extension.
- Milanote also covers notes, whiteboard, web clipper and templates.
- Milanote does not cover diagrams, which SpiderScribe does.
Suits: Designers, filmmakers and writers collecting references and ideas
MindMup
Web mind mapping with a free tier and simple paid plans
- MindMup starts at $6 per month, billed annually (Personal).
- MindMup lists no iOS app, which SpiderScribe has.
- MindMup also covers notes and presentations.
Suits: Individuals who want a plain mind mapping tool at a low price
Limits worth knowing in SpiderScribe
- The plans page says the web app needs a browser with the Flash plugin enabled.
- The free Personal plan is for non-commercial use and allows 3 private maps.
- The pages do not say whether the monthly prices are billed monthly or yearly.
- The only mobile app named on the site is SpiderScribe Jr. for iPad.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to SpiderScribe?
The alternatives to SpiderScribe in this directory are MindMeister, Coggle, Mindomo, Milanote and MindMup. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with SpiderScribe.
Is there a free alternative to SpiderScribe?
Yes. MindMeister, Coggle, Mindomo, Milanote and MindMup have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which SpiderScribe alternatives work on Windows?
The SpiderScribe listing does not include a Windows app. Mindomo and Milanote list one.
Which SpiderScribe alternatives work on macOS?
The SpiderScribe listing does not include a macOS app. Mindomo and Milanote list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 6, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.