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Coggle alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Coggle: free plan allows only 3 private diagrams, and web only, no native apps. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Coggle, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. MindMeister currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1WiseMapping logoWiseMappingFreeYesWeb, Self-hosted, Windows +24 of 457.2
  1. WiseMapping logo

    1. WiseMappingTop pick

    Best for: Schools and organisations wanting free mind maps they can host themselves

    FreeOpen sourceSelf-hostableWeb, Self-hosted, Windows, macOS, Linux

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Coggle

    Free, open-source web mind maps you can host yourself.

    Pros

    • Free with unlimited maps
    • Open source and self-hostable
    • Imports Freeplane, Xmind and MindManager maps
    • Offline desktop app

    Cons

    • Hosted version shows ads
    • Fewer layouts and templates than paid apps
    • Small team behind it
    Visit WiseMapping Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is WiseMapping a good Coggle alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    Free, unlimited maps
    Checked Oct 25, 2026wisemapping.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Self-hosting
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026wisemapping.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Docker pulls
    200,000+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026wisemapping.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Imports
    Freeplane, Xmind, MindManager
    Checked Oct 25, 2026wisemapping.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Coggle alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

MindMeister logo

Best Coggle alternative for most people

MindMeister

More polished collaboration with mobile apps and admin controls.

WiseMapping logo

Best Coggle alternative for a free option

WiseMapping

Free, open-source web mind maps you can host yourself.

MindMup logo

Best Coggle alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

MindMup

Similar price, with Google Drive storage and an offline desktop app.

WiseMapping logo

Best Coggle alternative for open source

WiseMapping

Free, open-source web mind maps you can host yourself.

WiseMapping logo

Best Coggle alternative for self-hosting

WiseMapping

Free, open-source web mind maps you can host yourself.

Xmind logo

Best Coggle alternative for Mac

Xmind

Desktop and mobile apps with many more layouts.

MindMup logo

Best Coggle alternative for Windows

MindMup

Similar price, with Google Drive storage and an offline desktop app.

MindMup logo

Best Coggle alternative for Linux

MindMup

Similar price, with Google Drive storage and an offline desktop app.

MindMeister logo

Best Coggle alternative for iPhone and Android

MindMeister

More polished collaboration with mobile apps and admin controls.

Bubbl.us logo

Best Coggle alternative for working in the browser

Bubbl.us

Another simple browser mind mapper long used in schools.

Coggle alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Coggle?

MindMeister ranks first right now. More polished collaboration with mobile apps and admin controls. MindMup and Bubbl.us follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Coggle?

Yes. MindMeister (free plan + paid), MindMup (free plan + paid), Bubbl.us (free plan + paid) and WiseMapping (free) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Coggle?

Yes: WiseMapping. WiseMapping can also be self-hosted.

Which Coggle alternatives work on Linux?

MindMup, WiseMapping and Xmind run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Coggle?

The complaints we hear most: free plan allows only 3 private diagrams; web only, no native apps; few advanced layouts or integrations.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Coggle, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.