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Compare Whimsical and Xmind 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (65.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 1 Editor Per Month
Free 1 Users Per Year
Whimsical
Star Rating
(187)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 1 Editor Per Month
Browse all 4 pricing plansXmind
Star Rating
(257)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (65.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 1 Users Per Year
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that both Xmind and Whimsical excel in user-friendliness, but Xmind stands out with its intuitive interface. Users appreciate how it simplifies complex tasks, making brainstorming and idea gathering more manageable. One user noted, "I like Xmind for its ease of use and the ability to work across different devices," highlighting its versatility.
- According to verified reviews, Whimsical's support team is frequently praised for going the extra mile, which can be a significant advantage for users needing assistance. Reviewers mention that the tool is "versatile and reliable," making it a solid choice for those who value strong customer support.
- Users say that Xmind's extensive range of designs and templates enhances their productivity, allowing for quick and easy customization of mind maps. This feature is particularly appreciated by those who need to present ideas visually, as one user remarked on the "various designs and templates" that are easy to work with.
- Reviewers mention that Whimsical is a great tool for organizing ideas into a mind map format, which can be particularly useful for teams looking to collaborate. However, some users feel that it lacks the depth of features found in Xmind, which may limit its effectiveness for more complex projects.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Xmind has a slight edge in ease of setup, with users noting a quick implementation process. One user specifically appreciated the "intuitive onboarding wizard," which helps new users get started without a steep learning curve.
- According to recent feedback, while both tools are effective, Whimsical's collaborative editing features are noted to be superior, with users enjoying the seamless experience of working together in real-time. However, some users feel that Xmind's mobile application could use improvement, as it doesn't match the desktop experience.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Whimsical
Free
$0.00
1 Editor Per Month
For personal projects and flexible collaboration.
- Unlimited workspace members
- All Whimsical file types
- 3 team boards
Xmind
Xmind Free Plan
Free
1 Users Per Year
Perfect for most users to start and enjoy their mind mapping journey.
Ideal for most users to have a smooth and inspiring mind mapping experience.
- 10 Credits for Trial
- 3-Day Version History
- Unlimited Topics & Maps
Free Trial
Whimsical
Free Trial is available
Xmind
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
127
8.6
118
Ease of Use
9.3
129
8.9
120
Ease of Setup
9.5
29
9.1
88
Ease of Admin
9.1
25
9.1
23
Quality of Support
8.7
89
8.1
65
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.6
23
8.5
24
Product Direction (% positive)
9.3
123
8.2
115
Features by Category
Tasks
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Projects
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Resource Management
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Project Monitoring
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Generative AI
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Agentic AI - Project Management
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Platform Basics
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
10.0
5
Platform Content
Not enough data
9.8
8
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
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Not enough data
7.8
6
Generative AI
Not enough data
9.3
5
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Collaboration Tools
9.1
75
8.2
35
8.0
63
8.3
35
8.6
78
8.9
33
Visual Tools
8.3
71
8.3
52
8.6
70
8.3
32
8.1
62
Feature Not Available
Mind Map Availability
8.3
62
8.5
35
7.9
44
7.6
29
6.4
35
8.1
36
8.9
65
9.4
52
Agentic AI - Mind Mapping
Not enough data
6.4
17
Not enough data
8.1
19
Platform Basics
8.5
22
Not enough data
9.0
28
Not enough data
8.7
22
Not enough data
8.9
28
Not enough data
8.9
30
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
9.1
15
Not enough data
8.9
25
Not enough data
8.6
28
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Whimsical and Xmind are categorized as Mind Mapping
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Whimsical
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Xmind
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
15.9%
Information Technology and Services
14.8%
Marketing and Advertising
10.2%
Financial Services
8.5%
Design
7.4%
Other
43.2%
Information Technology and Services
11.9%
Computer Software
11.1%
Marketing and Advertising
9.5%
Education Management
6.3%
Consulting
4.8%
Other
56.3%
Alternatives
Discussions
What is whimsical tool used for?
1 Comment
MA
For Flowcharts, Wireframes, Mind MapsRead more
Whimsical has no more discussions with answers
Is there a free version of XMind?
2 Comments
RG
There is a free trial version, but it is time-and-feature limited.Read more
Xmind has no more discussions with answers
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