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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
1Mindomo logoMindomoFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +44 of 459.6
2WiseMapping logoWiseMappingFreeYesWeb, Self-hosted, Windows +24 of 457.2
3Xmind logoXmindFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS, Linux +35 of 555.3
  1. Mindomo logo

    1. MindomoTop pick

    Best for: Teachers and students who need mind and concept maps with class features

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from MindMup

    More education features and offline apps on all desktops.

    Pros

    • Offline desktop apps on Windows, macOS and Linux
    • Strong classroom and assignment features
    • Mind maps, concept maps, outlines and Gantt in one tool
    • Real-time collaboration

    Cons

    • Free plan limited to 3 diagrams
    • Busy interface
    • Many plan types to compare
    Visit Mindomo Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    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 Mindomo a good MindMup alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free plan
    3 diagrams, unlimited collaborators
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mindomo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline desktop
    Windows, macOS, Linux
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mindomo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Ratings
    4.7 from 55,000+ reviews
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mindomo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    API
    On paid plans
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mindomo.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. WiseMapping logo

    2. WiseMapping

    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)
  3. Xmind logo

    3. Xmind

    Best for: Individuals who want a polished mind mapping app on every device

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from MindMup

    Richer layouts and styling in a cross-platform app.

    Pros

    • Runs on desktop, mobile and the web, including Linux
    • Many structures beyond basic mind maps
    • Presentation mode built in
    • Affordable paid plans

    Cons

    • Free tier limits slides, history and AI
    • Plans and features change frequently
    • Team admin features are basic
    Visit Xmind 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 Xmind a good MindMup alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, US$0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026xmind.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro price
    US$4.92 per month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026xmind.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium price
    US$8.25 per month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026xmind.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Linux builds
    Snapcraft, Flathub, Deb
    Checked Oct 25, 2026xmind.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Users
    100M+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026xmind.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.