Miro AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Mind Mapping Tools

The best Mind Mapping alternative to Miro is draw.io, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Miro and loads of them are Mind Mapping Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mind Mapping Tool alternatives to Miro are Excalidraw, DeepNotes, Lucidchart and Microsoft Visio.

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  1. draw.io icon
     1061 likes

    Feature-rich diagram editor offering privacy-focused, ad-free experience with real-time collaboration, offline usage, dark mode, and cloud storage support. No registration required and compatible with various diagram formats, it excels in simplicity by not tracking user data.

    183 draw.io alternatives

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    • Since 2011

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Chrome OS
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • PortableApps.com
    • Google Sheets
    • Microsoft Teams
    • Google Drive
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    Use the diagram editor in dark mode. Go to app.diagrams.net/?splash=0&ui=dark
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  2. Excalidraw icon
     127 likes

    Excalidraw is an open-source whiteboard tool that lets you easily sketch diagrams that have a hand-drawn feel to them. Available directly online as a web app and also through CodeSandbox to easily see how the code works, and the app is available for self-hosting.

    125 Excalidraw alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

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    • Since 2020

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
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  3. DeepNotes icon
     57 likes

    DeepNotes is an open source, end-to-end encrypted visual note-taking app with deep page navigation and live collaboration. Create mind maps, diagrams, kanban boards, among others. Infinite nesting of infinite canvases.

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    • Since 2023

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
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  4. Lucidchart icon
     538 likes

    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.

    123 Lucidchart alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2010

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
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  5. Microsoft Visio icon
     253 likes

    Create data-connected diagrams with real-time collaboration as part of the Office Suite. Ideal for IT and business professionals, it visualizes complex info with ease, providing intuitive tools for diagramming, mind mapping, and vector graphics.

    160 Microsoft Visio alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  6. tldraw icon
     26 likes

    tldraw is a collaborative digital whiteboard available at tldraw.com. Its editor, user interface, and other underlying libraries available in this repository and also distributed on npm. You can use tldraw to create a drop-in whiteboard for your product or as the foundation on...

    53 tldraw alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Source Available

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2021

    Platforms

    • Online
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  7. MindMeister icon
     142 likes

    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.

    166 MindMeister alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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  8. Whimsical icon
     34 likes

    Whimsical is a collaborative visual workspace for creating flowcharts, wireframes, virtual sticky notes, and more!.

    91 Whimsical alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2018

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
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  9. Mural icon
     35 likes

    MURAL is a visual collaboration workspace for modern teams. Based in the cloud, MURAL serves shared, digital whiteboards where teams visually explore complex challenges, facilitate design thinking methods and organize Agile processes across any device.

    74 Mural alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2013

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • US flagUnited States
    Mural screenshot 1
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  10. Constella icon
     13 likes

    No more hunting through files and folders, Constella surfaces related notes as you type on a visual canvas. Capture and connect thoughts quickly to build knowledge across life. For brainstorming or generating content, chat & work alongside Stella.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2024

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
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  11. Padlet icon
     37 likes

    Padlet offers beautiful boards and canvases for visual thinkers and learners.

    25 Padlet alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2013

    Platforms

    • Chrome OS
    • Online
    • Wordpress
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Kindle Fire
    • Google Chrome
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  12. FLORA icon
     14 likes

    Node-based AI canvas built with top designers, providing speed, control, and collaboration. Analyze stories, generate prompts, and design characters with structured, scalable workflows for creative professionals.

    51 FLORA alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Online
    • US flagUnited States
    FLORA screenshot 1
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