Miro

miro.com
Team Collaboration
Weekend Project

The visual workspace for modern teams.

How to Replace Miro

Overview

Miro is an infinite digital canvas that enables teams to collaborate on ideation, planning, and execution across various workflows. It combines whiteboarding, diagramming, and project management capabilities in a single platform.

Features

42 features across 10 categories

AI(1)

AI Generated ContentAIPremium

Generate diagram suggestions and content using AI assistance.

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Collaboration(3)

Board TeamsPremium

Organize boards into team spaces with shared access and permissions.

Comments & Threads

Leave feedback and engage in threaded discussions directly on canvas elements.

Real-time Collaboration

Multiple users can work simultaneously with live cursor tracking and instant updates.

Also in: Notion, Airtable, Obsidian

Communication(1)

Video Chat Integration

Built-in video conferencing to discuss ideas without leaving the board.

Also in: Jobber, Jira, Insightly

Core(1)

Infinite Canvas

Unlimited expandable workspace for brainstorming and planning without size constraints.

Design(12)

Auto-layoutPremium

Automatically organize scattered elements into clean layouts.

Color Palette

Customizable color palettes and brand color management.

Connector Lines

Flexible lines that connect shapes and move intelligently with elements.

Dark Mode

Toggle between light and dark theme for comfortable viewing.

Diagramming Tools

Create flowcharts, wireframes, UML diagrams, and other technical visualizations.

Frame Tool

Organize content into presentation-ready frames for structured storytelling.

Gesture Control

Support for multi-touch gestures and pen input on compatible devices.

Image Upload

Insert and annotate images directly on the canvas.

Presentation Mode

Full-screen presentation view with keyboard navigation through frames.

Shape Library

Extensive collection of pre-made shapes and visual elements for quick diagramming.

Smart Selection

Intelligently select and group related objects on the canvas.

Text & Typography

Rich text formatting with custom fonts and styling options.

Also in: Squarespace, InVision, WordPress.com

Enterprise(1)

Custom BrandingPremium

White-label boards with custom colors, logos, and branded templates.

Ideation(2)

Sticky Notes

Digital sticky notes for capturing ideas and feedback in brainstorming sessions.

Voting & PrioritizationPremium

Built-in voting tools to democratize decision-making and prioritize ideas.

Also in: Whimsical, ProdPad

Integration(5)

API AccessPremium

Full REST API for custom integrations and automation.

Browser Extensions

Capture and clip web content directly into Miro boards.

Embed Content

Embed videos, iframes, and external content within boards.

Typeform Integration

Embed forms to collect feedback and ideas directly on boards.

WebhooksPremium

Real-time event webhooks to trigger external workflows.

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Productivity(12)

Advanced ExportPremium

Export boards in multiple formats with advanced configuration options.

Advanced SearchPremium

Search across all boards and content with filters and full-text capability.

Batch Actions

Apply formatting and changes to multiple elements simultaneously.

Board History & VersioningPremium

Access previous versions of boards and restore older states.

Custom TemplatesPremium

Create and save custom board templates for team workflows.

Export & Download

Export boards as PNG, SVG, or PDF for sharing and presentations.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Full keyboard shortcut support for power users and accessibility.

Mobile App

Native iOS and Android apps for collaborating on-the-go.

Offline Mode

Continue working offline with automatic sync when connection returns.

Templates Library

Pre-built templates for agile workflows, user journeys, mind maps, and more.

Timer Widget

Visual timer for facilitating time-boxed activities and sprint planning.

Unlimited StoragePremium

Store unlimited boards and assets in team workspace.

Security(4)

Activity LogPremium

Track all user actions and changes on boards for auditing.

Data ResidencyPremium

Compliance with EU and other regional data residency requirements.

Permission ControlsPremium

Granular access controls to manage who can view, edit, or comment on boards.

SSO & SAMLPremium

Enterprise single sign-on and SAML 2.0 authentication support.

Pricing

Free

Free
  • Basic whiteboarding with infinite canvas and real-time collaboration for up to 3 boards.

Team

$16/mo
  • Unlimited boards
  • advanced features
  • and priority support for small teams.

Business

Popular
$32/mo
  • Enterprise features including advanced security
  • permissions
  • and integrations.

Enterprise

Contact Sales
  • Custom pricing with dedicated support
  • SSO
  • and compliance features.

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Miro

Monthly$16/mo
Yearly$192/yr
5-Year Total$960

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~3 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 Year
SaaS
$192
DIY
$240
3 Years
SaaS
$576
DIY
$720
5 Years
SaaS
$960
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 42 features at very easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Miro alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 42 features.

Buy Miro

Better Value
Monthly cost$160/mo
3-year total$5,760
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$24,000
Maintenance$360/mo
3-year total$36,960
Dev time~2 months

Buying Miro saves ~$31,200 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 42 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

27 known integrations