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Microsoft Whiteboard alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Microsoft Whiteboard: far fewer templates and integrations than Miro, and basic facilitation tools. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Microsoft Whiteboard, 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
1OpenBoard logoOpenBoardOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux4 of 455.3
  1. OpenBoard logo

    1. OpenBoardTop pick

    Best for: Teachers presenting on classroom interactive displays who want free software

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Microsoft Whiteboard

    Free open-source interactive whiteboard for classroom displays.

    Pros

    • Free and open source under GPLv3
    • Runs offline on Windows, macOS and Linux
    • Teaching tools like ruler, compass and protractor

    Cons

    • No cloud collaboration or remote participants
    • Interface looks dated
    • Aimed at in-room presenting rather than teamwork
    Visit OpenBoard Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    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 OpenBoard a good Microsoft Whiteboard alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    GPLv3
    Checked Oct 25, 2026openboard.ch(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux
    Checked Oct 25, 2026openboard.ch(opens source in a new tab)
    Registration
    Not required
    Checked Oct 25, 2026openboard.ch(opens source in a new tab)
    Maintainer
    Geneva Education Department (DIP)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026openboard.ch(opens source in a new tab)

The best Microsoft Whiteboard alternative for…

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

Miro logo

Best Microsoft Whiteboard alternative for most people

Miro

Much deeper templates and integrations, and a Teams app too.

OpenBoard logo

Best Microsoft Whiteboard alternative for a free option

OpenBoard

Free open-source interactive whiteboard for classroom displays.

Mural logo

Best Microsoft Whiteboard alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Mural

Strong Microsoft partnership with far better facilitation tools.

OpenBoard logo

Best Microsoft Whiteboard alternative for open source

OpenBoard

Free open-source interactive whiteboard for classroom displays.

FigJam logo

Best Microsoft Whiteboard alternative for Mac

FigJam

Friendlier collaborative board for product teams.

Miro logo

Best Microsoft Whiteboard alternative for Windows

Miro

Much deeper templates and integrations, and a Teams app too.

OpenBoard logo

Best Microsoft Whiteboard alternative for Linux

OpenBoard

Free open-source interactive whiteboard for classroom displays.

Explain Everything logo

Best Microsoft Whiteboard alternative for iPhone and Android

Explain Everything

Whiteboard lessons with recording, aimed at teachers.

Miro logo

Best Microsoft Whiteboard alternative for working in the browser

Miro

Much deeper templates and integrations, and a Teams app too.

Microsoft Whiteboard alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Microsoft Whiteboard?

Miro ranks first right now. Much deeper templates and integrations, and a Teams app too. Mural and FigJam follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Microsoft Whiteboard?

Yes. Miro (free plan + paid), Mural (free plan + paid), FigJam (free plan + paid) and Explain Everything (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Microsoft Whiteboard?

Yes: OpenBoard.

Which Microsoft Whiteboard alternatives work on Linux?

OpenBoard runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from Microsoft Whiteboard?

The complaints we hear most: far fewer templates and integrations than Miro; basic facilitation tools; best features tied to work or school accounts.

How is this list ranked?

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