Inspiration AlternativesMind Mapping Tools and other similar apps like Inspiration

Inspiration is described as 'K-12 supports visual thinking techniques, enabling students to easily create and update graphic organizers, concept maps, idea maps and other' and is a Mind Mapping tool in the office & productivity category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Inspiration for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Web-based, iPhone and iPad apps. The best Inspiration alternative is Xmind, which is free. Other great apps like Inspiration are FreeMind, Lucidchart, TheBrain and MindMeister.

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  1. Xmind icon

    Xmind

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    Cross-platform mind mapping and brainstorming tool offering multi-language support, real-time collaboration, visual templates, markdown and audio notes, cloud sync, device compatibility, file export, and regular feature updates for diverse productivity needs.

    122 Xmind alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Curated features for you to generate ideas, inspire creativity, and bring efficiency both in work and life.
     
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    • Almost everyone thinks Xmind is a great Inspiration alternative.

    • Xmind is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to Inspiration.

    • Xmind is the most popular free alternative to Inspiration.

    • Xmind is Freemium and ProprietaryInspiration is Paid and Proprietary
    • Xmind is Privacy focusedInspiration is not according to our users
  2. FreeMind icon

    FreeMind

     473 likes
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    Free and open source, Java-based mind-mapping app for the desktop featuring a hierarchical editor that emphasizes folding.

    107 FreeMind alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    • FreeMind is the most popular Open Source alternative to Inspiration.

    • FreeMind is Free and Open SourceInspiration is Paid and Proprietary
  4. Lucidchart icon

    Lucidchart

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    Lucidchart is a cloud-based platform that promotes teamwork through diagramming, collaboration, and data visualization. It serves millions worldwide, offering flowcharts, UML, real-time collaboration, Visio support, and browser access. Designed for innovation and understanding, it integrates easily into workflows.

    61 Lucidchart alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Lucidchart Templates and Examples: With hundreds of template examples to choose from, you can start diagramming in no time.
     

    • Lucidchart is the most popular SaaS alternative to Inspiration.

    • Lucidchart is Freemium and ProprietaryInspiration is Paid and Proprietary
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  6. TheBrain icon

    TheBrain

     140 likes
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    TheBrain helps you organize all your Web pages, contacts, documents, emails and files in a context-driven visual map.

    125 TheBrain alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    MindMeister

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    MindMeister is the market-leader in online mind mapping. Unlike traditional mind mapping tools, MindMeister allows for real-time brainstorming sessions between an unlimited number of users and requires only a standard web browser.

    145 MindMeister alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    MindMeister desktop and mobile
     
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    :) I like MindMeister. I don't need to pay a cent to use it to my satisfaction and pleasure. :)

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    • MindMeister is Freemium and ProprietaryInspiration is Paid and Proprietary
  8. MindNode icon

    MindNode

     91 likes
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    Visual brainstorming tool for quickly capturing and organizing your thoughts and ideas on desktop and mobile.

    86 MindNode alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple Messages
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  10. Coggle icon

    Coggle

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    Coggle is a simple, beautiful, powerful way of structuring information. It's designed to help you understand things, and then share your knowledge by arranging your document in the same way that your mind works.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  11. SimpleMind icon

    SimpleMind

     48 likes
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    Mind mapping helps you organize your thoughts, remember information and generate new ideas. We've created a beautiful, intuitive app, so you can mind map wherever you are and whenever you want.

    96 SimpleMind alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  13. Mindomo icon

    Mindomo

     155 likes
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    Mindomo is the easiest online software for creating mind maps, concept maps, outlines and various other types of diagrams. The following features make it the perfect choice both for business and education:

    130 Mindomo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Firefox
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  14. Wondershare EdrawMax icon

    Wondershare EdrawMax

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    Versatile diagram software offering extensive templates for flowcharts, org charts, and more. AI integration simplifies diagramming, facilitates project analysis, and includes features like chatbots and OCR. Suitable for personal, professional, and collaborative use.

    126 Wondershare EdrawMax alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • Android
    Wondershare EdrawMax screenshot 1
     

    • Wondershare EdrawMax is the most popular commercial alternative to Inspiration.

    • Wondershare EdrawMax is Paid and ProprietaryInspiration is also Paid and Proprietary
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    vym

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    VYM (View Your Mind) is a tool to generate and manipulate maps which show your thoughts. Such maps can help you to improve your creativity and effectivity. You can use them for time management, to organize tasks, to get an overview over complex contexts, to sort your ideas etc.

    89 vym alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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