Zen Mind Map AlternativesMind Mapping Tools and other similar apps like Zen Mind Map

Zen Mind Map is described as 'The simplest mind mapping tool' and is a Mind Mapping tool in the office & productivity category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Zen Mind Map for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Mac, Windows, Linux and iPad apps. The best Zen Mind Map alternative is Xmind, which is free. Other great apps like Zen Mind Map are FreeMind, MindMeister, Coggle and Mindomo.

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  1. Xmind icon

    Xmind

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    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.

    122 Xmind alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    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.
     

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

    • Xmind is the most popular free alternative to Zen Mind Map.

    • Xmind is Freemium and ProprietaryZen Mind Map is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Xmind is Privacy focusedZen Mind Map is not according to our users
  2. FreeMind icon

    FreeMind

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

    107 FreeMind alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Example: Computer
     

    • FreeMind is the most popular Open Source alternative to Zen Mind Map.

    • FreeMind is Free and Open SourceZen Mind Map is Freemium and Proprietary
  4. MindMeister icon

    MindMeister

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    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.

    145 MindMeister alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    MindMeister desktop and mobile
     
  5. Coggle icon

    Coggle

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    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.

    100 Coggle alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    Coggle screenshot 1
     
  6. Mindomo icon

    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:

    130 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
    Mindomo screenshot 1
     

    • Mindomo is the most popular SaaS alternative to Zen Mind Map.

    • Mindomo is Freemium and ProprietaryZen Mind Map is also Freemium and Proprietary
  7. OmniGraffle icon

    OmniGraffle

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    OmniGraffle can help you make eye-popping graphic documents—quickly—by providing powerful styling tools, keeping lines connected to shapes even when they’re moved, and magically organizing diagrams with just one click.

    107 OmniGraffle alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPad
    OmniGraffle screenshot 1
     

    • OmniGraffle is the most popular commercial alternative to Zen Mind Map.

    • OmniGraffle is Paid and ProprietaryZen Mind Map is Freemium and Proprietary
  9. Scrintal icon

    Scrintal

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    Scrintal offers a visual approach to brainstorming, merging mind mapping with networked note-taking. Ideal for problem-solving, project planning, and study outlining, it accommodates various file types, tags, and colors, forming a comprehensive knowledge base for writers and researchers.

    107 Scrintal alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Scrintal screenshot 1
     
  11. Mindmup icon

    Mindmup

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    MindMup is a zero friction free online mind mapping tool. MindMup is gratis and aims to create the most productive online mind mapping canvas out there.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    Mindmup screenshot 1
     
  12. SakuraMind icon

    SakuraMind

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    SakuraMind is a simple and intuitive mind mapping tool for minimalists and professionals. Use it to brainstorm, plan, solve problems, or think creatively.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    You can intuitively create child nodes by dragging the icons. In addition, you can easily toggle the visibility of child nodes with a simple operation.
     
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