Free Xmind AlternativesMind Mapping & Team Collaboration Tools like Xmind

The best free alternative to Xmind is draw.io, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Xmind and loads of them is free so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free alternatives to Xmind are LibreOffice - Draw, TreeSheets, Freeplane and FreeMind.

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  1. draw.io icon

    draw.io

     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

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Chrome OS
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • PortableApps.com
    • Google Sheets
    • Microsoft Teams
    • Google Drive
    • Google Docs
    • Notion
    • Microsoft SharePoint
    • Nextcloud
    • Google Slides
    • Microsoft OneDrive
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
    Use the diagram editor in dark mode. Go to app.diagrams.net/?splash=0&ui=dark
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  2. LibreOffice - Draw icon

    LibreOffice - Draw

     328 likes

    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.

    110 LibreOffice - Draw alternatives

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    • Since 2011

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU
    LibreOffice - Draw screenshot 1
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    TreeSheets

     162 likes

    A "hierarchical spreadsheet" that is a great replacement for spreadsheets, mind mappers, outliners, PIMs, text editors and small databases.

    56 TreeSheets alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (Zlib)

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • NL flagNetherlands
    • European Union flagEU
    TreeSheets screenshot 1
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    GitMind

    Free online mind mapping tool supporting real-time team collaboration, drag-and-drop editing, sharing, commenting, brainstorming, project planning, templates, multiple export formats, mobile apps, unlimited maps and nodes, outlin...

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  6. Freeplane icon

    Freeplane

     260 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.

    89 Freeplane alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2010

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Java
    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU
    Freeplane screenshot 1
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  7. FreeMind icon

    FreeMind

     478 likes

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

    119 FreeMind alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU
    Example: Computer
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  9. Lucidchart icon

    Lucidchart

     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

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2010

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • US flagUnited States
    Lucidchart Templates and Examples: With hundreds of template examples to choose from, you can start diagramming in no time.
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  11. TheBrain icon

    TheBrain

     142 likes

    TheBrain helps you organize all your Web pages, contacts, documents, emails and files in a context-driven visual map.

    135 TheBrain alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • US flagUnited States
    TheBrain screenshot 1
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  12. MindMeister icon

    MindMeister

     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

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU
    MindMeister desktop and mobile
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    MindNode

     94 likes

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

    97 MindNode alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple Messages
    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU
    MindNode screenshot 1
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  14. SimpleMind icon

    SimpleMind

     51 likes

    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.

    106 SimpleMind alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2012

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • NL flagNetherlands
    • European Union flagEU
    SimpleMind screenshot 1
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  15. Coggle icon

    Coggle

     61 likes

    Coggle is a simple, beautiful, powerful way of structuring information. It's designed to help you understand things, and then share your knowledge by arranging your document in the same way that your mind works.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2013

    Platforms

    • Online
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
    Coggle screenshot 1
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