List of concept mapping software

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The following is a list of notable concept mapping software. This software should allow a user to graphically create and save concept maps.

  • Axon Idea Processor makes concept maps; has many tools and features. Windows.
  • ConceptDraw MINDMAP Capture and present your ideas as mind maps, concise radiant diagrams. Windows & Mac OS X.
  • 3D Topicscape translates concept maps to three dimensions (Windows-based). Provides for relationship descriptions.
  • FreeMind Mind map. It does not suppport Concept Maps. Multiplatform.
  • Inspiration flexible concept mapping software. Mac & PC.
  • Kidspiration version of Inspiration for school children. Mac & PC.
  • MindManager software that can make concept maps, though more aimed at mind maps. Mac & Windows.
  • MindMapper software for creating mind maps, concept maps and more. Windows.
  • OpenMind software for creating concept maps, mind maps, timelines, business plans etc. Mac & Windows.
  • Semantica Mac OS X & Windows.
  • SmartDraw Windows.
  • Tinderbox software has a view that supports constructing concept maps. Mac OS X.
  • XMIND is a concept mapping tool, a mind mapping tool, and also a fishbone chart tool. Multiplatform.
  • Bubblus is a free, collaborative and online mindmapping tool.
  • VUE is a free, flexible concept mapping tool to help you easily organize, visualize and present your ideas.


Note: some tools above only offer the Mindmap subset of concept mapping facilities described in the main concept map entry.

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