FreeMind Alternatives for Mac

There are many alternatives to FreeMind for Mac and since it's discontinued a lot of people are looking for a replacement. The best Mac alternative is Freeplane, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to FreeMind and loads of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to FreeMind are Xmind, TreeSheets, Obsidian Canvas and TheBrain.

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  1. Freeplane icon

    Freeplane

     254 likes

    Freeplane is a powerful and free software for building mind maps. It is a redesigned version of the well known FreeMind , and is created by one of FreeMind's key developers.

    84 Freeplane alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Java
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    Comments about Freeplane as an Alternative to FreeMind
    Top Positive Comment
    ab1
    2

    Freeplane can open even old .mm files from FreeMind.

    luupr
    Positive
    0

    FreeMind seem unmaintained and Freeplane is directly compatible but much more professional.

    RemovedUser
    0

    Their interface is slow under my Linux because of using Java

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 7 comments
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    Freeplane icon

    • Almost everyone thinks Freeplane is a great FreeMind alternative.

    • Freeplane is Free and Open SourceFreeMind is also Free and Open Source
  2. Xmind icon

    Xmind

     398 likes

    Cross-platform mind mapping and brainstorming tool offering multi-language support, real-time collaboration, visual templates, markdown and audio notes, cloud sync, device compatibility, file export, and regular feature updates for diverse productivity needs.

    123 Xmind alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Curated features for you to generate ideas, inspire creativity, and bring efficiency both in work and life.
     
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  4. TreeSheets icon

    TreeSheets

     153 likes

    A "hierarchical spreadsheet" that is a great replacement for spreadsheets, mind mappers, outliners, PIMs, text editors and small databases.

    51 TreeSheets alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (Zlib)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Comments about TreeSheets as an Alternative to FreeMind
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Multi layered, rapid single page layout and design tool with comprehensive hot-key support.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    TreeSheets icon
    TreeSheets icon

    • Most users think TreeSheets is a great FreeMind alternative.

    • TreeSheets is Free and Open SourceFreeMind is also Free and Open Source
    • TreeSheets is Lightweight and Privacy focusedFreeMind is not according to our users
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  7. TheBrain icon

    TheBrain

     142 likes

    TheBrain helps you organize all your Web pages, contacts, documents, emails and files in a context-driven visual map.

    129 TheBrain alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Comments about TheBrain as an Alternative to FreeMind
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Not a mindmapping application

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Peter Ernst
    Positive
    -2

    TheBrain has team collaboration features, scales well for large knowledge bases and has a more flexible data model.

    TheBrain icon
    TheBrain icon

    • Most users think TheBrain is a great FreeMind alternative.

    • TheBrain is Freemium and ProprietaryFreeMind is Free and Open Source
  8. MindNode icon

    MindNode

     92 likes

    Visual brainstorming tool for quickly capturing and organizing your thoughts and ideas on desktop and mobile.

    87 MindNode alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple Messages
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    Comments about MindNode as an Alternative to FreeMind
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    quick and simple. beautiful!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    MindNode icon
    MindNode icon

    • Most users think MindNode is a great FreeMind alternative.

    • MindNode is Freemium and ProprietaryFreeMind is Free and Open Source
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    Mindomo

     156 likes

    Mindomo is the easiest online software for creating mind maps, concept maps, outlines and various other types of diagrams. The following features make it the perfect choice both for business and education:

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Firefox
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  11. Whimsical icon

    Whimsical

     32 likes

    Whimsical is a collaborative visual workspace for creating flowcharts, wireframes, virtual sticky notes, and more!.

    61 Whimsical alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    Wireframes: Create wireframes for any device or screen.
     
  12. MindManager icon

    MindManager

     87 likes

    Visualize projects, ideas, and strategies with mind maps, charts, and diagrams. Manage tasks, meetings, and information using attachments, embedded browsers, and templates. Collaborate in teams and integrate with multiple platforms, including Office and cloud services.

    86 MindManager alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Comments about MindManager as an Alternative to FreeMind
    Guest
    Negative
    6

    Freemind is for free, mind manager is too much commerce driven. I did use it for years, but I don't want to use it any longer. Every year you needed to buy an update to use the newest features but the improvement always wasn't worth the cost.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    MindManager icon
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    • MindManager is Paid and ProprietaryFreeMind is Free and Open Source
  13. SimpleMind icon

    SimpleMind

     48 likes

    Mind mapping helps you organize your thoughts, remember information and generate new ideas. We've created a beautiful, intuitive app, so you can mind map wherever you are and whenever you want.

    97 SimpleMind alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  15. vym icon

    vym

     30 likes

    VYM (View Your Mind) is a tool to generate and manipulate maps which show your thoughts. Such maps can help you to improve your creativity and effectivity. You can use them for time management, to organize tasks, to get an overview over complex contexts, to sort your ideas etc.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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