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Xmind

Popular cross-platform mind mapping app with many layouts, themes and AI help.

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About Xmind

Xmind is one of the best-known mind mapping apps, available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android and the web. Beyond classic mind maps it offers logic charts, org charts, tree tables, timelines, fishbone diagrams and matrices, plus an outliner view, a distraction-free ZEN mode and a Pitch mode that turns a map into a slide presentation. Recent versions add real-time collaboration and Xmind AI, which can expand branches, summarise and generate maps from prompts using a credit allowance. The free tier covers the essentials with limits on version history, slides and AI credits; paid Pro and Premium subscriptions, billed per user, unlock unlimited sheets, Gantt views, collaboration and more AI. Maps are stored as files you own as well as in the cloud. Xmind is polished and good value, but the plan structure changes fairly often, and team administration features are less mature than in tools built for companies.

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

Pros and cons

What works

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

Why people leave

  • Free tier limits slides, history and AI
  • Plans and features change frequently
  • Team admin features are basic

Top Xmind alternatives

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  1. 1MindMeister logo
    MindMeister

    Web-first and stronger for teams brainstorming together in real time.

    66.5
  2. 2SimpleMind logo
    SimpleMind

    One-off purchase per platform instead of a subscription.

    62.6
  3. 3MindNode logo
    MindNode

    A cleaner, Apple-native experience for Mac and iPhone users.

    59.6
  4. 4Freeplane logo
    Freeplane

    Free and open source, with far deeper customisation and scripting.

    57.2
  5. 5EdrawMind logo
    EdrawMind

    Similar cross-platform feature set with lots of templates.

    55.3

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Xmind: common questions

Is Xmind free?

Xmind has a free plan and paid plans. Free plan: Yes, US$0 (checked on Xmind's own site).

Is Xmind open source?

No, Xmind is not open source. Open-source alternatives include Freeplane.

What platforms does Xmind run on?

Xmind is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android and Web.

What are the best alternatives to Xmind?

The highest-ranked Xmind alternatives right now are MindMeister, SimpleMind and MindNode. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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