Head-to-head · Mind Mapping Software
EdrawMind vs MindGenius
EdrawMind leads on 1 check, MindGenius on 1, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreEdrawMind · 7.9/10
- Lowest starting priceEdrawMind · $4.90/user/mo
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresEdrawMind · 4 of 4
EdrawMind scores higher on our rubric for mind mapping software: 7.9 against 7.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #12 and #17.
EdrawMind is cheaper to start at $4.90/user/mo against $13.33/user/mo. MindGenius leads on collaborator limit: 25 people versus 1 people.
EdrawMind is the better fit for affordable cross-platform collaborative mapping. MindGenius is the better fit for windows-based project and portfolio teams.
- EdrawMind fits best
Affordable cross-platform collaborative mapping
- MindGenius fits best
Windows-based project and portfolio teams
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Side by side
| Feature | EdrawMind 7.9/10 Visit ↗ | MindGenius 7.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.9 | 7.5 |
| Ranking | #12 in Mind Mapping Software | #17 in Mind Mapping Software |
| Best for | Affordable cross-platform collaborative mapping | Windows-based project and portfolio teams |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $4.90/user/mo (best) | $13.33/seat/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 7 days | 14 days |
| Free trial length | 7 days | 14 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud, Desktop |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android | Web, Windows |
| Support | Email, Tickets, Docs | Docs |
| Integrations | 1 integrations | 1 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features EdrawMind 4/4 · MindGenius 3/4 | ||
| Real-time collaboration | ✓ | ✓ |
| Offline mode | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| AI assistance | ✓ | ✓ |
| Presentation mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Supported platforms | web, windows, macos, linux, ios, android | web, windows |
| Export formats | graphics, PDF, Word, Excel, PPT, HTML, SVG, TXT | Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio, PDF, HTML, text, JPEG, PNG, BMP, EMF, Freemind, iThoughts, Thinkingspace, Pocket Mindmap, RTF, OPML |
| Collaborator limit | 1 people | 25 people (best) |
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| Our verdict | EdrawMind is mind mapping software for individuals, students, teams, and decision-makers. It combines visual brainstorming with outlining, note-taking, presentations, project planning, and collaborative workspaces. Users can start from… Read the review → |
MindGenius combines hierarchical mind mapping with task management, timeline and dependency planning, taskboards, dashboards and multi-project oversight. It is aimed at project teams, business professionals, educators and students who need… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
EdrawMind — where it wins
- Free plan includes templates, graphics export, PDF export, and 100MB storage
- Supports real-time collaboration, AI-assisted mapping, presentations, and Gantt planning
- Available on web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android
Where it doesn't
- The Free Plan includes only 500 AI tokens for trial
- Individual pricing is shown with annual billing
- Enterprise access requires contacting sales
MindGenius — where it wins
- Combines mind maps, taskboards, timelines and project dashboards
- AI-assisted map creation, presentation mode and broad Office exports
- Real-time collaboration with comments, files and Microsoft Teams integration
Where it doesn't
- The Free plan is limited to one project
- The $13.33 entry price requires annual billing
- Desktop use is Windows-only, with online work in a browser
- EdrawMind7.9/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A broad, affordable mapping workspace with AI, planning, presentations, and six-platform access.
Visit EdrawMindFull verdict → - MindGenius7.5/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial
A Windows-focused workspace that connects mind maps with project execution.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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