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EdrawMindMindMeister
Freemium

Free version available, with paid individual, education and business plans.

 Freemium

Free to start, with paid plans for more maps and features.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Web Android, Web
  • Many diagram types beyond plain mind maps
  • Desktop, online and mobile versions
  • Real-time collaboration with comments
  • Runs in the browser with no install
  • Advanced and AI features are tied to paid plans
  • Proprietary file format and ecosystem
  • Requires an account
  • Maps are stored in the service's cloud
Downloadable app, Web application Downloadable app, Web application
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Account needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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