Xmind AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Diagram Editors

The best Diagram Editor alternative to Xmind is draw.io, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Xmind and 15 are Diagram Editors so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Diagram Editor alternatives to Xmind are LibreOffice - Draw, TreeSheets, Lucidchart and Whimsical.

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  1. draw.io icon

    draw.io

     1014 likes

    Feature-rich diagram editor offering privacy-focused, ad-free experience with real-time collaboration, offline usage, dark mode, and cloud storage support. No registration required and compatible with various diagram formats, it excels in simplicity by not tracking user data.

    132 draw.io alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
    • Notion
    • Self-Hosted
    • Nextcloud
    • Microsoft SharePoint
    • Flathub
    • Microsoft OneDrive
    • PortableApps.com
    • Google Drive
    • Google Docs
    • Microsoft Teams
    • Google Slides
    • Flatpak
    • Google Sheets
    Use the diagram editor in dark mode. Go to app.diagrams.net/?splash=0&ui=dark
     
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    Comments about draw.io as an Alternative to Xmind
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    0

    It's complete with a clean interface. Goes beyond mindmapping with a lot of features like electric symbols for example

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    ab1
    2

    It can't open .mm files too.

    baozidai
    Negative
    1

    It's not a mindmap program!!!

    3 of 6 comments
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    • Most users think draw.io is a great Xmind alternative.

    • draw.io is Free and ProprietaryXmind is Freemium and Proprietary
    • draw.io is LightweightXmind is not according to our users
  2. LibreOffice - Draw icon

    LibreOffice - Draw

     311 likes

    Draw lets you produce anything from a quick sketch to a complex plan, and gives you the means to communicate with graphics and diagrams. With a maximum page size of 300cm by 300cm, Draw is a an excellent package for producing technical drawings, general posters, and much else.

    98 LibreOffice - Draw alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
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    Comments about LibreOffice - Draw as an Alternative to Xmind
    Golfy038
    Negative
    3

    Even if Draw is a great tool, it's as easy to create mind map than real dedicated tools. You have to draw each symbols (size, position, text) and links by yourself.

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    LibreOffice - Draw icon
    • LibreOffice - Draw is Free and Open SourceXmind is Freemium and Proprietary
    • LibreOffice - Draw is LightweightXmind is not according to our users
  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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    ClickCharts icon
    ClickCharts

    Design flowcharts, UML, Venn, and mind map diagrams with customizable templates, varied symbols, shapes, connector styles, overlapping sheet support, and intuitive drag-and-drop editing. Export visuals as images, edit multiple di...

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    Lucidchart

     534 likes

    Lucidchart is a cloud-based platform that promotes teamwork through diagramming, collaboration, and data visualization. It serves millions worldwide, offering flowcharts, UML, real-time collaboration, Visio support, and browser access. Designed for innovation and understanding, it integrates easily into workflows.

    66 Lucidchart alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Lucidchart Templates and Examples: With hundreds of template examples to choose from, you can start diagramming in no time.
     
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  7. 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.
     
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    Comments about Whimsical as an Alternative to Xmind
    Golfy038
    Negative
    0

    Not able to export in any format (docx, pdf, odt, etc.)

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    • Whimsical is Freemium and ProprietaryXmind is also Freemium and Proprietary
  8. OmniGraffle icon

    OmniGraffle

     188 likes

    OmniGraffle can help you make eye-popping graphic documents—quickly—by providing powerful styling tools, keeping lines connected to shapes even when they’re moved, and magically organizing diagrams with just one click.

    107 OmniGraffle alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPad
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    ProcessOn

     22 likes

    ProcessOn is a free online drawing tool that supports the creation of mind maps, flow charts, swimlane diagrams, network topology diagrams, fishbone diagrams, UML and other graphics.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
    One stop drawing tool
     
  11. QuikFlow icon

    QuikFlow

     3 likes

    Create flowcharts (and mind maps) without worrying about layout with QuikFlow. With our innovative interactive layout algorithms, you can work as if you were using a mind mapping application while creating flowcharts. Define your structure and the app handles the layout!

    65 QuikFlow alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    QuikFlow screenshot 1
     
  12. Heimer icon

    Heimer

     13 likes

    Heimer is a desktop application for creating mind maps and other suitable diagrams. It's written in Qt and targeted for Linux and Windows.

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    Simple mind map of Heimer itself running on Ubuntu 18.04
     
  14. ClickCharts icon

    ClickCharts

     6 likes

    Design flowcharts, UML, Venn, and mind map diagrams with customizable templates, varied symbols, shapes, connector styles, overlapping sheet support, and intuitive drag-and-drop editing. Export visuals as images, edit multiple diagrams, and organize complex data visibly.

    121 ClickCharts alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Kindle Fire
    ClickCharts screenshot 1
     
  15. QuickDBD icon

    QuickDBD

     4 likes

    Quick DBD is a free online web-based application for making database diagrams quickly. Quick DBD lets you create a database diagram by typing the schema.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    QuickDBD screenshot 1
     
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