WBO alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave WBO: very basic tools, no sticky notes or templates, and anyone with the link can edit. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces WBO, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Excalidraw currently ranks first.
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The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.
Best WBO alternative for most people
ExcalidrawOpen-source too, with shapes, libraries and end-to-end encrypted sharing.
Best WBO alternative for a free option
OpenBoardFree open-source desktop whiteboard for classroom displays.
Best WBO alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
tldrawA more polished free canvas with smooth drawing.
Best WBO alternative for open source
ExcalidrawOpen-source too, with shapes, libraries and end-to-end encrypted sharing.
Best WBO alternative for self-hosting
ExcalidrawOpen-source too, with shapes, libraries and end-to-end encrypted sharing.
Best WBO alternative for Windows
OpenBoardFree open-source desktop whiteboard for classroom displays.
Best WBO alternative for iPhone and Android
ZiteboardSimple hosted board with apps and video chat for tutoring.
Best WBO alternative for working in the browser
ExcalidrawOpen-source too, with shapes, libraries and end-to-end encrypted sharing.
WBO alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to WBO?
Excalidraw ranks first right now. Open-source too, with shapes, libraries and end-to-end encrypted sharing. tldraw and OpenBoard follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to WBO?
Yes. Excalidraw (open source), tldraw (free plan + paid), OpenBoard (open source) and Ziteboard (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to WBO?
Yes: Excalidraw and OpenBoard. Excalidraw can also be self-hosted.
Which WBO alternatives work on Linux?
OpenBoard runs on Linux.
Why do people switch from WBO?
The complaints we hear most: very basic tools, no sticky notes or templates; anyone with the link can edit; no integrations.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces WBO, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.