MindNode Alternatives for Linux

MindNode is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is FreeMind, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to MindNode and 17 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to MindNode are Freeplane, Xmind, Obsidian Canvas and Mindomo.

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

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  1. FreeMind icon
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    FreeMind

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

    106 FreeMind alternatives
    Example: Computer

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Example: languages for presentation

    Properties

    1.  Works Offline

    Features

    1.  Mind Mapping
    2.  Brainstorming
    3.  Simple installation
    4.  Distraction-free Writing
    5.  Hierarchical Structure
    6.  Mind Map view
    7.  Shortcut keys
    8.  Java based
    9.  Knowledge Management
    10.  Minimap
    Discontinued

    Last version from 2016. See https://sourceforge.net/projects/freemind/files/

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    to manage and catagorize your mind and your life

    Positive comment •Sep 20, 2018
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    Works nice, portable, pretty stable across all platforms I have used to test this one. Big bonus is it's not tied to the iPad like MindNode is.

    Positive comment •Feb 2, 2019
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    • Most users think FreeMind is a great MindNode alternative.

    • FreeMind is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to MindNode.

    • FreeMind is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to MindNode.

    • FreeMind is Free and Open SourceMindNode is Freemium and Proprietary
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    Freeplane

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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.

    79 Freeplane alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Java
    Organization of contacts
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    Properties

    1.  Works Offline

    Features

    1.  Mind Mapping
    2.  Knowledge Management
    3.  Summary Nodes
    4.  Project Tracking
    5.  Support for scripting
    6.  Portable
    7.  Hierarchical Structure
    8.  Support for LaTeX
    9.  Conditional styles
    10.  Shared Nodes
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  4. Xmind icon
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    Xmind

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    Xmind is a versatile tool for mind mapping and brainstorming available across Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile platforms. Widely adopted with over 100 million downloads and a 4.8-star rating, it offers extensive language support and automatic settings adaptation.

    115 Xmind alternatives
    Curated features for you to generate ideas, inspire creativity, and bring efficiency both in work and life.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    We offer more than traditional radial mind map structure for particular subjects. Empower your thoughts by using the right structure.
    When you want to make a mind map with a proper color scheme and style that matches your need, Smart Color Theme never lets you down. Choose the one you like and achieve a consistent look throughout your map instantly.
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    Presenter gives you more control to your presentation. Navigate your slideshow with your original mind map and jump to any topic you want.

    Properties

    1.  Works Offline
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Privacy focused
    4.  Support for Themes
    5.  No Tracking

    Features

    1.  Mind Mapping
    2.  Brainstorming
    3.  Knowledge Management
    4.  Handwritten Notes
    5.  Import/Export OPML Feeds
    6.  Support for MarkDown
    7.  Real time collaboration
    8.  Hierarchical Structure
    9.  Portable
    10.  Icon sets
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    • Xmind is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to MindNode.

    • Xmind is Freemium and ProprietaryMindNode is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Xmind is Privacy focusedMindNode is not according to our users
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    Wondershare EdrawMax is a software designed for creating various diagrams and charts including flowcharts, mind maps, and business diagrams. It also provides a user-friendly floor planning solution and a visual reference for comp...

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    Obsidian Canvas

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    A plugin to make your canvas work like a mindmap.

    15 Obsidian Canvas alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Obsidian Canvas screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Works Offline
    3.  Privacy focused
    4.  No Tracking

    Features

    1.  Support for MarkDown
    2.  Visual Pinboard
    3.  Hierarchical Structure
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  End-to-End Encryption
    6.  File Tagging
    7.  Built-in viewer
    8.  Infinite canvas
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  7. Mindomo icon
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    Mindomo

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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:

    121 Mindomo alternatives
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    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Firefox
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    Top Mindomo Features

    1.  Gantt-charts
    2.  Real time collaboration
    3.  Cloud Sync
    4.  Hierarchical Structure
    5.  Built-in Note Taker
    6.  Online collaboration
    7.  Sorting by folder
    8.  Planning
    9.  Outliner
    10.  Google Drive integration
    11.  Export to PDF
    12.  Backup to Google Drive
    13.  Icon sets
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    • Almost everyone thinks Mindomo is a great MindNode alternative.

    • Mindomo is the most popular SaaS alternative to MindNode.

    • Mindomo is Freemium and ProprietaryMindNode is also Freemium and Proprietary
  8. Visual Understanding Environment icon
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    Visual Understanding Environment

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    Visual Understanding Environment (VUE) is a mind-mapping and concept-mapping tool. It is also a non-linear presentation program.

    85 Visual Understanding Environment alternatives
    Visual Understanding Environment screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Visual Understanding Environment Features

    1.  Java IDE
    2.  Non linear presentation
    3.  Concept Mapping
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    Discontinued

    The project seems no longer developed. Last version, 3.3.0, released in October 2015, can be still downloaded from the official website and from GitHub.

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  10. Wondershare EdrawMax icon
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    Wondershare EdrawMax

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    Wondershare EdrawMax is a software designed for creating various diagrams and charts including flowcharts, mind maps, and business diagrams. It also provides a user-friendly floor planning solution and a visual reference for complex electrical systems.

    129 Wondershare EdrawMax alternatives
    Wondershare EdrawMax screenshot 1

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    Wondershare EdrawMax screenshot 1
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    Wondershare EdrawMax Features

    1.  Gantt-charts
    2.  Real time collaboration
    3.  Flow Chart
    4.  Mind Map view
    5.  Organization
    6.  Export to PDF
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  11. vym icon
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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
    vym screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak

    vym Features

    1.  Hierarchical Structure
    2.  Concept Mapping
    3.  Inline editing
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  12. Mindolph icon
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    Mindolph

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    Mindolph is an open source personal knowledge management software for all desktop platforms.

    19 Mindolph alternatives
    mind map in dark mode

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • JavaFX
    • Java
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    Properties

    1.  No Tracking
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  Privacy focused
    5.  No registration required

    Features

    1.  Support for MarkDown
    2.  Full-Text Search
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    Compendium

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    Compendium is a software tool providing a flexible visual interface for managing the connections between information and ideas.

    54 Compendium alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Compendium Features

    1.  Concept Mapping
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    Discontinued

    The last update of this program was 2013. Most if all the links to the original program no longer work. The newer versions of the program points to other websites that don't list the program or associated.

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    germ.io

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    germ.io is a project management tool that is centered around ideas and taking them through to execution.

    144 germ.io alternatives
    Collaborate and brainstorm around each idea, track progress, schedule and assign actionable items

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

    germ.io Features

    1.  Real time collaboration
    2.  Idea management
    3.  Outliner
    Build out detailed hierarchies by breaking down your ideas into smaller actionable pieces
    Discontinued

    No registrations not accepted. Facebook page updated in 2015.

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  15. ProcessOn icon
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    ProcessOn

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    ProcessOn is an online collaborative diagramming platform where people can create varieties of diagrams including flowcharts, mindmaps, UML, BPMN, mockups, etc, and collaborate in real-time.

    89 ProcessOn alternatives
    Flowchart Designer

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS

    ProcessOn Features

    1.  Remote Work
    2.  Flow Chart
    3.  BPMN diagrams
    Mindmap Designer
    Diagram Manager
    +3
    Template Gallery
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