Linked Ideas AlternativesMind Mapping Tools and other similar apps like Linked Ideas

Linked Ideas is described as 'Application to assist you in your note taking and "putting your mind" on the canvas. The thought process of people can be quite chaotic we have similar "bits" of ideas and connections between them, with Linked Ideas' and is a Mind Mapping tool in the office & productivity category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Linked Ideas for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and Android apps. The best Linked Ideas alternative is Pencil Project, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Linked Ideas are Freeplane, FreeMind, Lucidchart and SimpleMind.

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  1. Pencil Project icon
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    Pencil is a standalone app that lets you create diagrams or UI mockups. It doesn't have collaboration/multi-user features.

    78 Pencil Project alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
     
    • Pencil Project is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Linked Ideas.

    • Pencil Project is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Linked Ideas.

    • Pencil Project is Free and Open SourceLinked Ideas is also Free and Open Source
  2. Freeplane icon
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    Freeplane is a powerful and free software for building mind maps. It is a redesigned version of the well known FreeMind , and is created by one of FreeMind's key developers.

    83 Freeplane alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Java
     
  3. FreeMind icon
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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

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  4. Lucidchart icon
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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

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
    • Lucidchart is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone, iPad, SaaS & Android Tablet alternative to Linked Ideas.

    • Lucidchart is Freemium and ProprietaryLinked Ideas is Free and Open Source
  5. SimpleMind icon
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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
     
  6. Mindomo icon
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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

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    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  8. Scrintal icon
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    Scrintal offers a visual approach to brainstorming, merging mind mapping with networked note-taking. Ideal for problem-solving, project planning, and study outlining, it accommodates various file types, tags, and colors, forming a comprehensive knowledge base for writers and researchers.

    107 Scrintal alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  9. Scapple icon
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    Scapple is an easy-to-use tool for getting ideas down as quickly as possible and making connections between them. It isn’t exactly mind-mapping software—it’s more like a freeform text editor that allows you to make notes anywhere on the page and to connect them using straight...

    28 Scapple alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
    • Scapple is the most popular commercial alternative to Linked Ideas.

    • Scapple is Paid and ProprietaryLinked Ideas is Free and Open Source
  10. ClickCharts icon
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    Design flowcharts, UML, Venn, and mind map diagrams with customizable templates, varied symbols, shapes, connector styles, overlapping sheet support, and intuitive drag-and-drop editing. Export visuals as images, edit multiple diagrams, and organize complex data visibly.

    120 ClickCharts alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Kindle Fire
     
  11. SuperNotecard icon
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    SuperNotecard is an intuitive tool that uses notecards to capture and organize your ideas. These virtual notecards can be moved into decks, arranged on the screen, or grouped and categorized with ease.

    26 SuperNotecard alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
     
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    SpiderScribe.net is an easier and more flexible way to create mind maps and brainstorm online. It allows to connect notes, images, files, etc. into free form maps.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     
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