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Best graph visualization and network analysis software

Desktop and web tools for loading node-and-edge data, laying it out as a network map and measuring it with graph algorithms.

3 apps, ordered by visits from AppBreakup and how often our research lists each one as an alternative. Open any app to see its alternatives.

All graph visualization and network analysis software

  • Gephi logo

    Free, open-source desktop app for visualizing and analyzing large networks, with a lighter web version.

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, Web
    Alternatives to Gephi
  • Cytoscape logo

    Open-source platform for network analysis and visualization, widely used in biology and extended with apps.

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, Web
    Alternatives to Cytoscape
  • Kumu logo

    Web app for building interactive relationship, stakeholder and systems maps, free for public projects.

    Free plan + paidSelf-hostableWeb, Self-hosted
    Alternatives to Kumu

Our picks by need

Gephi logo

Best for most people

Gephi
Cytoscape logo

Best for a free option

Cytoscape
Gephi logo

Best for open source

Gephi
Kumu logo

Best for self-hosting

Kumu
Gephi logo

Best for Mac

Gephi
Gephi logo

Best for Windows

Gephi
Gephi logo

Best for Linux

Gephi

Common questions

What is the best graph visualization and network analysis software?

Based on how often our research lists them as alternatives and visits from AppBreakup, the leading graph visualization and network analysis software options right now are Gephi, Cytoscape and Kumu.

Is there free graph visualization and network analysis software?

Yes. Gephi (open source), Cytoscape (open source) and Kumu (free plan + paid) have a free option, out of 3 free or freemium apps we track.

Which graph visualization and network analysis software is open source?

Gephi and Cytoscape.