MindNode

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Web-based mind mapping software

About MindNode

MindNode is a mind mapping software designed to help organizations brainstorm and visualize ideas on macOS and iOS devices. Teams can utilize the application to capture, organize and share innovative ideas using texts, images, or documents.

Managers can link or unlink several ideas, discover new connections, visualize relationships using an outline view, and centralize documents in a cloud repository. It facilitates integration with several third-party applications, allowing businesses to pull and push information across platforms. It also provides an auto-sync functionality, which enables users to automatically update documents across devices. Other features include notes, a focus mode, visual tags, task tracking, and more.


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4.5/5
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Luciano
Luciano
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  • Industry: Information Services
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Weekly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

The ideal mind mapping tool for Apple users

Reviewed on 2021/12/02

The overall experience is very good. Those who use and appreciate the Apple ecosystem will...

The overall experience is very good. Those who use and appreciate the Apple ecosystem will certainly find themselves at ease and very comfortable in its use, thanks to a particular attention to detail, graphics and resources made available.

Pros

Transforming nodes into tasks is essential to me. I can also sync lists, research deadlines, or weekend plans with the Apple Reminders app and tick off done activities.

Cons

I would have bought MindNode Plus with my eyes closed if it wasn't a subscription tool. Although the monthly cost is very advantageous, I would prefer to purchase a lifetime license.

Ben
Ben
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  • Industry: Publishing
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Crucial for Mac-based information workers.

Reviewed on 2023/05/27

and easyMy overall experience with MindNode has been incredibly positive. It has become a crucial...

and easyMy overall experience with MindNode has been incredibly positive. It has become a crucial part of my workflow, helping me to manage tasks, write, plan projects, design training courses, and produce learning materials. MindNode makes mind mapping fun and easy, allowing me to quickly and easily create visually appealing diagrams that help me to organize my thoughts and ideas. I highly recommend MindNode to anyone looking for an effective and enjoyable way to organize their thoughts and ideas.

Pros

MindNode is an incredibly powerful and easy to use mind mapping tool. It is incredibly easy to use, with a simple and intuitive interface that makes it easy to quickly enter data and create beautiful mind maps. It also has powerful features that allow you to export your mind maps into great looking documents, as well as standard file formats which can be easily converted via Pandoc into great looking LaTeX documents. It is also incredibly fast when it comes to data entry, allowing you to quickly and easily enter data and create beautiful mind maps. All in all, MindNode is an incredibly powerful and easy to use mind mapping tool that gets out of your way and allows you to quickly and easily create beautiful mind maps.

Cons

MindNode lacks live collaboration features, which would make it easier to work on mind maps with a team. Additionally, there are no built-in themes for expressing the progression of ideas in a mind map, which can be a limitation for this use case. Finally, there is no native integration with Pandoc for more flexible export options, such as LaTeX Beamer. While it's possible to do this manually, one needs to be a technical user.

Sam
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  • Industry: Staffing & Recruiting
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 3.0 /10

Good for a free trial, you can buy something better

Reviewed on 2021/03/16

I had an okay experience with it. I won't be shouting from the rooftops about this tool. Ask be for...

I had an okay experience with it. I won't be shouting from the rooftops about this tool. Ask be for a better recommendation and I've got one for you...

Pros

Great intro into mind mapping tools. I would recommend it for someone who wants a simple no frills interface.

Cons

It is a bit too basic and 'too pretty' for me. I was looking for something with more features and functionality. This feels a little like 'style over substance.'

Nir
Nir
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  • Industry: E-Learning
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

My go-to braindump tool for years, and for years to come

Reviewed on 2022/03/17

Mindnode helps me organize my private sphere at work or in my personal life. However it does not...

Mindnode helps me organize my private sphere at work or in my personal life. However it does not allow much collaboration with others.

Pros

Mindnode is easy to use and syncs flawlessly across devices. It is beautiful to look at an easy to navigate.
It's easier than linear note-taking. If I have to write a paragraph or essay I usually start with mindnode.
Same goes for project planning.

Cons

1. They could provide more icons and templates.
2. Copying and pasting to other platforms is problematic. Font sizes, tabs, indentation, etc. I wish there was a way to "copy as X" so it's easier to paste elsewhere.
3. The iCloud sync sometimes leaves me high and dry when in flight mode. I thought that the file was downloaded but then realize it's still up in the cloud, when I'm up in the air and no way to sync. Wish there was an easy way to prepare for that.
4. Is it time to grow beyond mind mapping to full on diagramming and collaboration?

François
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  • Industry: Human Resources
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Cannot live without this!

Reviewed on 2022/01/25

I have been using this tools for several years now. I have tried a few different software but...

I have been using this tools for several years now. I have tried a few different software but always came back to this one. Very affordable and multipurpose.
iIt Works across all my devices though the cloud.
This is always my first step when planning any project and it allows me to modify very easily the plans.

Pros

Very easy to use.
Clear and unencumbered design
easy to export as pdf
Possibility to use library of drawings
Work across all my devices

Cons

More organic feel and look might be interesting in the future

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MindNode FAQs

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MindNode offers the following pricing plans:

  • Starting from: US$2.49/month
  • Pricing model: Free Version, Subscription
  • Free Trial: Available

MindNode is free for basic editing. Subscribe to MindNode Plus to unlock all features on Mac, iPhone, and iPad.

MindNode has the following typical customers:

Self Employed, 2–10

MindNode supports the following languages:

Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese

MindNode supports the following devices:

iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)

MindNode integrates with the following applications:

FreeMind, OmniFocus, Things

MindNode offers the following support options:

Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base

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