MindManager Alternatives for Linux

MindManager is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is LibreOffice - Draw, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to MindManager and 19 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to MindManager are Xmind, yEd Graph Editor, FreeMind and Freeplane.

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  1. LibreOffice - Draw icon

    LibreOffice - Draw

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    Draw lets you produce anything from a quick sketch to a complex plan, and gives you the means to communicate with graphics and diagrams. With a maximum page size of 300cm by 300cm, Draw is a an excellent package for producing technical drawings, general posters, and much else.

    100 LibreOffice - Draw alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
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    LibreOffice - Draw vs MindManager Comments
    uzapy
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    LibreOffice Draw (7.5.8.2) was not able to open Files created in MindManager. So no interoperbility there.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • LibreOffice - Draw is Free and Open SourceMindManager is Paid and Proprietary
    • LibreOffice - Draw is Lightweight and Privacy focusedMindManager is not according to our users
  2. Xmind icon

    Xmind

     399 likes

    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.

    123 Xmind alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • 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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    Xmind vs MindManager Comments
    Guest
    Positive
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    Friendly, much cheaper, basic features are free.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    -2

    Mindmanager has a whole lot of other modes to work on, as compared to xmind.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Xmind is Freemium and ProprietaryMindManager is Paid and Proprietary
    • Xmind is Privacy focusedMindManager is not according to our users
  4. yEd Graph Editor icon

    yEd Graph Editor

     444 likes

    yEd is a powerful diagram editor that can be used to quickly create diagrams manually or import external data for analysis and auto-magically arrange even large data sets by just pressing a button. You can use yEd to quickly create flow charts, BPMN and UML diagrams...

    119 yEd Graph Editor alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • BSD
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    Wondershare EdrawMind icon
    Wondershare EdrawMind

    Mind mapping software with AI for generating ideas, infinite canvas, over 10 import/export formats, personalized layouts, real-time collaboration, Gantt charts, and encryption. Perfect for brainstorming, project planning, and kno...

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  6. FreeMind icon

    FreeMind

     477 likes

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

    108 FreeMind alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    Example: Computer
     
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    FreeMind vs MindManager Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    usability, export options

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -2

    Free, compatible with MindManager format

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • FreeMind is Free and Open SourceMindManager is Paid and Proprietary
  7. Freeplane icon

    Freeplane

     258 likes

    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.

    84 Freeplane alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Java
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    Freeplane vs MindManager Comments
    dahularthropode
    Positive
    0

    Free. Allows powerful filtering based on all fields, including attributes. Can be extended by scripts.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    RemovedUser
    Positive
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    I tried it a few minutes because I'm using the trial version of MindManager. I think MindManager is way too expensive for personal-use and for someone who simply want mindmapping and who doesn't need all the project management tools from MindManager. From what I saw, FreePlane seems perfert for personnal use: decision making, project design, drafts, etc.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Freeplane is Free and Open SourceMindManager is Paid and Proprietary
  8. Mindomo icon

    Mindomo

     156 likes

    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:

    131 Mindomo alternatives

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

    PlantUML

     119 likes

    PlantUML is an open-source tool that uses simple textual descriptions to draw UML diagrams. The generator can be run anywhere within JVM and integrated with various application such as wiki, text editor, IDE, programming language, documentation generator, and others.

    117 PlantUML alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    Common PlantUML JAR GUI application that will render text file into image.
     
  12. Wondershare EdrawMind icon

    Wondershare EdrawMind

     27 likes

    Mind mapping software with AI for generating ideas, infinite canvas, over 10 import/export formats, personalized layouts, real-time collaboration, Gantt charts, and encryption. Perfect for brainstorming, project planning, and knowledge management across platforms.

    85 Wondershare EdrawMind alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    MindMaster Layouts
     
  13. vym icon

    vym

     30 likes

    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
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  14. Minder icon

    Minder

     16 likes

    What is Minder? Minder is a mind-mapping application with many features that make it ideal for capturing, organizing and visualizing your ideas. Minder has automatic node layout features.

    17 Minder alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
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  15. Mindolph icon

    Mindolph

     7 likes
    • Create and manage your own files in separate workspaces with saving in your local storage, which means you have full control of your knowledge compared to cloud solutions.

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    • Mac
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    • JavaFX
    • Java
    Mind map in light mode
     
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