TheBrain AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Project Management Tools

The best Project Management alternative to TheBrain is Xmind, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to TheBrain and many of them are Project Management Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Project Management Tool alternatives to TheBrain are Freeplane, FreeMind, Coda.io and MindMeister.

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TheBrain alternatives are mainly Project Management Tools, but if you're looking for Mind Mapping Tools or Note-taking Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Open Source and Linux. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to TheBrain.
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  1. Xmind icon

    Xmind

     398 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

    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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    It doesn't have the associative tools to be similar to TheBrain.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think Xmind is a great TheBrain alternative, some don't.

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

    • Xmind is the most popular free alternative to TheBrain.

    • Xmind is Freemium and ProprietaryTheBrain is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Xmind is Privacy focusedTheBrain is not according to our users
  2. Freeplane icon

    Freeplane

     253 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

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Java
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    • Freeplane is the most popular Open Source alternative to TheBrain.

    • Freeplane is Free and Open SourceTheBrain is Freemium and Proprietary
  4. FreeMind icon

    FreeMind

     475 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

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Example: Computer
     
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  6. Coda.io icon

    Coda.io

     32 likes

    Seamlessly integrates words, data, and team collaboration, eliminating the need to switch applications. Features include customizable views, real-time collaboration, full-text search, and calendar integration, empowering teams to scale and coordinate tasks efficiently with a WYSIWYG editor.

    89 Coda.io alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
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    It's the best alternative to the Notion!!!

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    • Coda.io is Freemium and ProprietaryTheBrain is also Freemium and Proprietary
  7. MindMeister icon

    MindMeister

     141 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.

    148 MindMeister alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    MindMeister desktop and mobile
     
  8. Mindomo icon

    Mindomo

     155 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

    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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    • Almost everyone thinks Mindomo is a great TheBrain alternative.

    • Mindomo is the most popular SaaS alternative to TheBrain.

    • Mindomo is Freemium and ProprietaryTheBrain is also Freemium and Proprietary
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    Outline

     23 likes

    Your team’s knowledge base Team wiki, documentation, meeting notes, playbooks, onboarding, work logs, brainstorming, & more….

    91 Outline alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Cloudron
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  11. MindManager icon

    MindManager

     86 likes

    Visualize projects, ideas, and strategies with mind maps, charts, and diagrams. Manage tasks, meetings, and information using attachments, embedded browsers, and templates. Collaborate in teams and integrate with multiple platforms, including Office and cloud services.

    86 MindManager alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    MindManager screenshot 1
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    • MindManager is the most popular commercial alternative to TheBrain.

    • MindManager is Paid and ProprietaryTheBrain is Freemium and Proprietary
  12. Heptabase icon

    Heptabase

     12 likes

    Heptabase is a visual note-taking tool that helps you make sense of your learning, research, and projects. It helps you get into the flow of thinking and brings together everything you need to do better research.

    97 Heptabase alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPad
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
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  13. xTiles icon

    xTiles

     13 likes

    Capture and plan projects efficiently with task management tools that integrate note-taking, voice recordings, and Google Calendar. Share with teams seamlessly, organize ideas visually, utilize instant syncing, and save web content directly for a comprehensive and intuitive management experience.

    37 xTiles alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Web and mobile apps
     
  14. Gingko Writer icon

    Gingko Writer

     58 likes

    Gingko Writer is a text editor that uses a tree-like structure to help you organize and visualize your thoughts, making it easier to outline, draft, and refine complex texts.

    78 Gingko Writer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  15. InfoQube icon

    InfoQube

     12 likes

    Full-featured Information manager, inspired by award-winning Ecco Pro. Outliner with user-defined columns, Calendar, Gantt and Timeline charts, Rich-text pane, MindMap, Pivot tables and charts.

    32 InfoQube alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    InfoQube screenshot 1
     
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    Has more powerful outliner, equations and full-features 2D Surface

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • InfoQube is Paid and ProprietaryTheBrain is Freemium and Proprietary
    • InfoQube is Privacy focusedTheBrain is not according to our users
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