What is Freeplane?
A Java-based desktop application for creating and managing mind maps with support for rich formatting, scripting, encryption, and AI-assisted features.
Freeplane pricing
We don't have Freeplane's full plan breakdown yet (its pricing page resisted automated reading). Here's what we could confirm. Always check live pricing for exact numbers.
Platform & deployment
Independently observed- CLI
- Windows
- Self-hosted
Freeplane FAQ
Common questions about Freeplane, answered from independent, dated evidence.
What is Freeplane?
A Java-based desktop application for creating and managing mind maps with support for rich formatting, scripting, encryption, and AI-assisted features. It is indexed under Mind Mapping.
Source: https://www.freeplane.org
Is Freeplane free to use?
Freeplane is open source, so it can be self-hosted and used at no licence cost. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.
Source: https://www.freeplane.org
What platforms does Freeplane support?
Freeplane supports Windows and a command-line interface. Platforms we have not confirmed are simply not listed here rather than ruled out.
Source: https://www.freeplane.org
Can Freeplane be self-hosted?
Yes. Freeplane can be deployed self-hosted, so it does not have to run on the vendor's infrastructure.
Source: https://www.freeplane.org
Freeplane alternatives
Other mind mapping we track, ranked by the same independent score.
- MindMeisterBrowser-based mind mapping application for teams with real-time collaboration and AI-assisted diagram creationmedium · 71%
- MindomoCreate and collaborate on visual diagrams and planning documents with real-time editingmedium · 56%
- MindNodeOrganize your thoughts visually the way your mind naturally works, rather than in linear formatslow · 26%
- XMindCollaborative visual idea organization and planning platform for teamsmedium · 53%
- MindManagerTransform ideas into structured plans and executable actions using visual thinking tools.low · 38%
- CoggleA collaborative mind mapping tool for visual brainstorming and planninglow · 20%
Compare Freeplane
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| Signal | Score | Weight | Contribution | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Development activity | 15 | 0.09 | 1.4 | ✓ |
| Stars | 44 | 0.03 | 1.2 | ✓ |
| Capabilities | 0 | 0.07 | 0.0 | - |
| Integrations | 0 | 0.08 | 0.0 | - |
| Dependent projects | 0 | 0.06 | 0.0 | - |
| Release cadence | 0 | 0.05 | 0.0 | - |
| Security posture | 0 | 0.06 | 0.0 | - |
| Package downloads | 0 | 0.14 | 0.0 | - |
| Security score | 0 | 0.04 | 0.0 | - |
| Developer Q&A activity | 0 | 0.06 | 0.0 | - |
Computed . Re-weight it by intent, or see the full method.
All data & sourcesshow ↓
Every value we hold, with its source, retrieval date, and confidence. This is the evidence behind the score: don't trust it, verify it.
Activity
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Commits last 30d | 2 | mediumsource · 2026-10-05 · 65% |
Adoption
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Github stars | 224 | highsource · 2026-10-05 · 90% |
Content
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Faq | 4 items | mediumsource · 2026-09-10 · 60% |
Language
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | JavaScript | highsource · 2026-10-05 · 90% |
Pricing
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