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Markmap

Free#65 of 72 in Mind Mapping Software

Markmap: A focused open-source tool for turning Markdown hierarchies into interactive mind maps. Ranked #65 of 72 in Mind Mapping Software by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: Open source; best for developers turning Markdown into mind maps.

3.0/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
3.0 / 10
Pricing
Open source
Best for
Developers turning Markdown into mind maps
Paid from
Free
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Converts Markdown hierarchy into interactive SVG and HTML mind maps
- Supports folding, zooming, panning, and configurable visual settings
- Works with VSCode, Vim, Neovim, React, and Vue
Where it doesn't
- Does not provide collaboration features
- Does not include AI or presentation features
- Requires a Markdown-based workflow rather than visual-first authoring

Our verdict on Markmap

Markmap is an open-source JavaScript project for developers who want to convert Markdown into interactive mind maps. It parses Markdown, extracts hierarchical structure, and renders the result as interactive SVG or HTML. The browser interface supports zooming, panning, node folding, and recursive folding, while configuration options cover colors, spacing, node sizing, and initial expansion. It is a focused toolchain rather than a hosted collaborative mind-mapping service.

Its strongest fit is a Markdown-centered development workflow. Markmap can generate HTML from the command line, including offline HTML with inlined assets, and its category specifications include HTML, SVG, and PNG export formats. Integrations for VSCode, Vim, and Neovim keep the workflow close to editors, while React and Vue support programmatic embedding. These options make it suitable for documentation, structured notes, and applications that need interactive hierarchical content.

Markmap is open source with a free plan, and the published product details describe no paid tiers. That keeps the cost model straightforward, but the product’s narrow focus matters when choosing it. It does not offer collaboration, AI, or presentation features, so teams seeking shared workspaces or presentation-oriented mind mapping should choose another tool. Developers who already organize information in Markdown, need configurable interactive output, or require offline HTML generation should find Markmap a practical fit.

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Markmap pricing

Plans Open sourceFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on markmap.js.org

Markmap fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	Free
Supported platforms	web, api
Export formats	HTML, SVG
Real-time collaboration	Not verified
Offline mode	Yes
AI assistance	Not verified
Presentation mode	Not verified
Collaborator limit	Not verified
Deployment	Cloud, Self-hosted
Platforms	Web
Support	Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Open source
Website	markmap.js.org
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

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