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MindMup alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave MindMup: plain visual style, and fewer layouts and themes than rivals. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces MindMup, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Coggle 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 MindMup

    Free open-source browser mind maps you can self-host.

    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 MindMup 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 MindMup alternative for…

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

Coggle logo

Best MindMup alternative for most people

Coggle

Similarly cheap browser mind maps with Google sign-in and live collaboration.

WiseMapping logo

Best MindMup alternative for a free option

WiseMapping

Free open-source browser mind maps you can self-host.

MindMeister logo

Best MindMup alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

MindMeister

More polished collaboration and mobile apps, with a Google Workspace integration.

WiseMapping logo

Best MindMup alternative for open source

WiseMapping

Free open-source browser mind maps you can self-host.

WiseMapping logo

Best MindMup alternative for self-hosting

WiseMapping

Free open-source browser mind maps you can self-host.

Mindomo logo

Best MindMup alternative for Mac

Mindomo

More education features and offline apps on all desktops.

Xmind logo

Best MindMup alternative for Windows

Xmind

Richer layouts and styling in a cross-platform app.

Mindomo logo

Best MindMup alternative for Linux

Mindomo

More education features and offline apps on all desktops.

MindMeister logo

Best MindMup alternative for iPhone and Android

MindMeister

More polished collaboration and mobile apps, with a Google Workspace integration.

Coggle logo

Best MindMup alternative for working in the browser

Coggle

Similarly cheap browser mind maps with Google sign-in and live collaboration.

MindMup alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to MindMup?

Coggle ranks first right now. Similarly cheap browser mind maps with Google sign-in and live collaboration. MindMeister and Mindomo follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to MindMup?

Yes. Coggle (free plan + paid), MindMeister (free plan + paid), Mindomo (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 MindMup?

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

Which MindMup alternatives work on Linux?

Mindomo, WiseMapping and Xmind run on Linux.

Why do people switch from MindMup?

The complaints we hear most: plain visual style; fewer layouts and themes than rivals; real-time collaboration needs a Team plan.

How is this list ranked?

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