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WBO alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

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.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Ziteboard logoZiteboardFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android +15 of 557.2
  1. Ziteboard logo

    1. ZiteboardTop pick

    Best for: Online tutors and teachers who need a simple shared board with pen support

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from WBO

    Simple hosted board with apps and video chat for tutoring.

    Pros

    • Simple and good with pen and touch
    • Built-in audio and video chat on Pro
    • Week pass for short-term needs

    Cons

    • Few features beyond drawing and chat
    • Free plan limits boards and data
    • Dated interface
    Visit Ziteboard 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 Ziteboard a good WBO alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    3 boards, unlimited collaborators
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ziteboard.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Monthly Pro
    $9 per month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ziteboard.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Annual Pro
    $85 per year
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ziteboard.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Week pass
    $5 one-time
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ziteboard.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Apps
    iPad and Android
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ziteboard.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best WBO alternative for…

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

Excalidraw logo

Best WBO alternative for most people

Excalidraw

Open-source too, with shapes, libraries and end-to-end encrypted sharing.

OpenBoard logo

Best WBO alternative for a free option

OpenBoard

Free open-source desktop whiteboard for classroom displays.

tldraw logo

Best WBO alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

tldraw

A more polished free canvas with smooth drawing.

Excalidraw logo

Best WBO alternative for open source

Excalidraw

Open-source too, with shapes, libraries and end-to-end encrypted sharing.

Excalidraw logo

Best WBO alternative for self-hosting

Excalidraw

Open-source too, with shapes, libraries and end-to-end encrypted sharing.

OpenBoard logo

Best WBO alternative for Mac

OpenBoard

Free open-source desktop whiteboard for classroom displays.

OpenBoard logo

Best WBO alternative for Windows

OpenBoard

Free open-source desktop whiteboard for classroom displays.

OpenBoard logo

Best WBO alternative for Linux

OpenBoard

Free open-source desktop whiteboard for classroom displays.

Ziteboard logo

Best WBO alternative for iPhone and Android

Ziteboard

Simple hosted board with apps and video chat for tutoring.

Excalidraw logo

Best WBO alternative for working in the browser

Excalidraw

Open-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.