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Xmind alternatives
Xmind compared with 9 alternatives: MindMeister, MindNode, MindManager, Mindomo, Coggle and 4 more.
Xmind has a free plan. Paid plans start at $4.92 per month, billed yearly ($59 a year). 7 of the 9 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
9 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| XmindThis tool | Free plan · from $4.92/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| MindMeister | Free plan · from €6.50/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| MindNode | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| MindManager | Free trial · from $99/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Mindomo | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Coggle | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web |
| Ayoa | Free plan · from $13/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Freeplane | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Scapple | Free trial · from $20.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows |
| SimpleMind | Free plan · from $10.99 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Xmind
- 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. Xmind starts at $4.92 per month, billed yearly ($59 a year).
- Only Xmind lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Xmind also covers Gantt & timelines.
Suits: Teams that brainstorm together in a browser
- Free plan · from $2.99/mo
MindNode
Mind mapping and outlining app for Apple devices
- MindNode starts at $2.99 per month, or $24.99 per year. Xmind starts at $4.92 per month, billed yearly ($59 a year).
- Only Xmind lists a web app.
- Only Xmind lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- MindNode is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- MindNode also covers tasks.
Suits: People who work across a Mac, an iPhone and an iPad
- Free trial · from $99/yr
MindManager
Mind mapping and diagramming software with Gantt charts
- MindManager starts at $99 per user / year (Essentials, web only). Xmind starts at $4.92 per month, billed yearly ($59 a year).
- 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.
- MindManager also covers kanban boards and diagrams.
Suits: Project managers who plan with mind maps and Gantt charts in one file
- Free plan · from $7/mo
Mindomo
Mind maps, outlines and Gantt charts with real-time editing
- Mindomo starts at $7 per month, prepaid yearly. Xmind starts at $4.92 per month, billed yearly ($59 a year).
- Only Mindomo lists a browser extension.
- Mindomo also covers tasks.
- Xmind also covers templates and presentations.
Suits: Teachers and students using mind maps for assignments and study
- Free plan · from $5/mo
Coggle
Collaborative mind maps and flowcharts in the browser
- Coggle starts at $5 per month. Xmind starts at $4.92 per month, billed yearly ($59 a year).
- Only Xmind lists macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- Coggle is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Coggle also covers Markdown and diagrams.
- Xmind also covers templates, Gantt & timelines and presentations.
Suits: Students and teams making quick collaborative mind maps
- 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). Xmind starts at $4.92 per month, billed yearly ($59 a year).
- Only Xmind lists a Linux app.
- Ayoa also covers whiteboard, tasks and kanban boards.
- Xmind also covers templates and presentations.
Suits: Visual thinkers who want mind maps and tasks in one app
- Free
Freeplane
Free, open source mind mapping app for the desktop
- Freeplane is free. Xmind starts at $4.92 per month, billed yearly ($59 a year).
- Only Xmind lists a web app.
- Only Xmind lists iOS and Android apps.
- Freeplane is open source, according to its own site.
- Xmind also covers Gantt & timelines and presentations.
Suits: Power users who want formulas, scripts and rule-based formatting in a map
- Free trial · from $20.99 one-time
Scapple
Freeform mind-mapping app for writers, on Mac and Windows
- Scapple starts at $20.99 one-time, per platform (macOS or Windows). Xmind starts at $4.92 per month, billed yearly ($59 a year).
- Xmind has a free plan. Scapple does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Xmind lists a web app.
- Only Xmind lists Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- Scapple can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Writers working out plots, arguments or research before drafting
- Free plan · from $10.99 one-time
SimpleMind
Mind mapping app sold as a one-time purchase per platform
- SimpleMind starts at $10.99 one-time (iPhone and iPad); $29.99 for Mac or Windows. Xmind starts at $4.92 per month, billed yearly ($59 a year).
- Only Xmind lists a web app.
- Only Xmind lists a Linux app.
- SimpleMind can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Xmind also covers templates, Gantt & timelines and presentations.
Suits: People who want to buy a mind mapping app once, not subscribe
Limits worth knowing in Xmind
- Free and Pro cap manually created online maps at 10 and 50; unlimited collaborative maps need Premium or the Business team plan.
- Real-time collaboration, editable Gantt charts and a monthly AI credit allowance start at Premium; Free and Pro get a single grant of 50 AI credits.
- Free exports carry a watermark, and export to Word, Excel, SVG and Markdown starts at Pro.
- The free trial and the 7-day money-back guarantee cover yearly subscriptions only; monthly subscriptions and AI credit add-ons are not refunded.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Xmind?
The alternatives to Xmind in this directory are MindMeister, MindNode, MindManager, Mindomo, Coggle, Ayoa, Freeplane, Scapple and SimpleMind. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Xmind.
Is there a free alternative to Xmind?
Yes. Freeplane is free to use. MindMeister, MindNode, Mindomo, Coggle, Ayoa and SimpleMind have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Is there an open-source alternative to Xmind?
Freeplane is described as open source on its own site.
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.