Xmind AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Note-taking Tools

The best Note-taking alternative to Xmind is TreeSheets, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Xmind and many of them are Note-taking Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Note-taking Tool alternatives to Xmind are Obsidian Canvas, MindMeister, Constella and xTiles.

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Xmind alternatives are mainly Note-taking Tools, but if you're looking for Mind Mapping Tools or Project Management Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Open Source, Mac, Windows + Free, Linux, Free and Windows. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Xmind.
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  1. TreeSheets icon
     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)

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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  2. MindMeister icon
     141 likes

    MindMeister is the market-leader in online mind mapping. Unlike traditional mind mapping tools, MindMeister allows for real-time brainstorming sessions between an unlimited number of users and requires only a standard web browser.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
     
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    Comments about MindMeister as an Alternative to Xmind
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    its an alternative but on android its garbage. cant even drag n drop

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think MindMeister is a great Xmind alternative.

    • MindMeister is Freemium and ProprietaryXmind is also Freemium and Proprietary
  3. Constella icon
     11 likes

    No more hunting through files and folders, Constella surfaces related notes as you type on a visual canvas. Capture and connect thoughts quickly to build knowledge across life. For brainstorming or generating content, chat & work alongside Stella.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Mac
     
  4. xTiles icon
     13 likes

    Capture and plan projects efficiently with task management tools that integrate note-taking, voice recordings, and Google Calendar. Share with teams seamlessly, organize ideas visually, utilize instant syncing, and save web content directly for a comprehensive and intuitive management experience.

    38 xTiles alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  5. Kortex icon
     5 likes

    Consolidates ideas, notes, and content into one unified platform, featuring a text editor, document connections, knowledge management, and advanced search, with elements for template creation and future web clipper and audio highlight enhancements.

    37 Kortex alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  6. Gingko Writer icon
     58 likes

    Gingko Writer is a text editor that uses a tree-like structure to help you organize and visualize your thoughts, making it easier to outline, draft, and refine complex texts.

    79 Gingko Writer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  7. ProcessOn icon
     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

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
     
  8. Scrintal icon
     15 likes

    Scrintal offers a visual approach to brainstorming, merging mind mapping with networked note-taking. Ideal for problem-solving, project planning, and study outlining, it accommodates various file types, tags, and colors, forming a comprehensive knowledge base for writers and researchers.

    110 Scrintal alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  9. Traverse icon
     11 likes

    Traverse is the only app combining mind maps, notes and flashcards, so you can master complex topics and never forget anything again. With visual notes to see the big picture and spaced repetition to review at the optimal time.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  10. OrgPad icon
     3 likes

    Do you like to spend time figuring out how to use that overcomplicated tool? No? We don't like it too. We focus on minimalistic design. We do the heavy lifting for you. One example: we spend three days choosing colors that look great so you don't have to.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     
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