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ExcalidrawZ alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 29, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave ExcalidrawZ: apple devices only, and AI features are paid add-ons. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces ExcalidrawZ, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Miro currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Excalidraw logoExcalidrawOpen sourceYesWeb, Self-hosted5 of 568.8
  1. Excalidraw logo

    1. ExcalidrawTop pick

    Best for: Engineers and anyone who wants fast, informal sketches and diagrams without an account

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, Self-hosted

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from ExcalidrawZ

    The original web app, with free real-time collaboration in any browser.

    Pros

    • Start drawing instantly with no account
    • Open source and embeddable in other tools
    • Distinctive hand-drawn style for informal diagrams

    Cons

    • Few workshop features like voting or timers
    • Free version saves only one scene in the browser
    • Not suited to large, structured boards
    Visit Excalidraw Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is Excalidraw a good ExcalidrawZ alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    No account needed
    Yes
    Checked Oct 29, 2026plus.excalidraw.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Excalidraw+ price
    $6 per user/month
    Checked Oct 29, 2026plus.excalidraw.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    14 days (Excalidraw+)
    Checked Oct 29, 2026plus.excalidraw.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Currency
    USD
    Checked Oct 29, 2026plus.excalidraw.com(opens source in a new tab)
    License
    MIT
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best ExcalidrawZ alternative for…

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

Miro logo

Best ExcalidrawZ alternative for most people

Miro

Full team whiteboard platform if you need templates and collaboration at scale.

Excalidraw logo

Best ExcalidrawZ alternative for a free option

Excalidraw

The original web app, with free real-time collaboration in any browser.

tldraw logo

Best ExcalidrawZ alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

tldraw

Open-source infinite canvas with a similar sketchy style and multiplayer.

Excalidraw logo

Best ExcalidrawZ alternative for open source

Excalidraw

The original web app, with free real-time collaboration in any browser.

Excalidraw logo

Best ExcalidrawZ alternative for self-hosting

Excalidraw

The original web app, with free real-time collaboration in any browser.

Freeform logo

Best ExcalidrawZ alternative for Mac

Freeform

Apple's free built-in whiteboard with iCloud collaboration.

Miro logo

Best ExcalidrawZ alternative for Windows

Miro

Full team whiteboard platform if you need templates and collaboration at scale.

Miro logo

Best ExcalidrawZ alternative for iPhone and Android

Miro

Full team whiteboard platform if you need templates and collaboration at scale.

Miro logo

Best ExcalidrawZ alternative for working in the browser

Miro

Full team whiteboard platform if you need templates and collaboration at scale.

ExcalidrawZ alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to ExcalidrawZ?

Miro ranks first right now. Full team whiteboard platform if you need templates and collaboration at scale. Excalidraw and tldraw follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to ExcalidrawZ?

Yes. Miro (free plan + paid), Excalidraw (open source), tldraw (free plan + paid) and Freeform (free) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to ExcalidrawZ?

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

Why do people switch from ExcalidrawZ?

The complaints we hear most: apple devices only; AI features are paid add-ons; not built for live multi-user whiteboarding.

How is this list ranked?

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