# AYOA - Mind Mapping — user reviews > 237 indexed App Store user reviews of AYOA by OpenGenius Limited, rated 4.60/5 from 1,032 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ayoa-mind-mapping/id770930267/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ayoa-mind-mapping/id770930267.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 829 · 4★ 106 · 3★ 37 · 2★ 23 · 1★ 37 ## What do users think of AYOA? Overall sentiment: neutral **Pros** - 🚀 Central part of productivity system - 👍 Unique product with visual approach - 🤩 Fantastic app that transforms work - 🧠 Helps organize thoughts and ideas - 🎨 Visually appealing and intuitive **Cons** - 🐛 Inconsistent behavior across platforms - 🤔 Limited functionality compared to web version - 💰 Expensive subscription model - 🤯 Confusing setup and learning curve - 🤖 Lack of integration with common tools **Commonly reported bugs** - Login issues - Crashes and freezes - Disappearing data and lost work - Compatibility problems with older devices **Most requested features** - Apple Pencil support on iOS - Improved printing capabilities - Automatic task archiving - Dual verification for task completion - Better integration with calendars and task managers ## Newest reviews (11 of 237) ### 2/5 — Used to be my favorite *2026-05-22, version 3.4.3* This app got little love since before Ayoa took over, now it gets less. The features for desktop (actually the web version) are not available here. Seems like the focus now is corporations. I find little reason to justify the high cost of subscription, and annual subscription at that. ### 2/5 — Meglio imind map *2025-06-07, version 3.1.0* Dopo l'aggiornamento da iMindMap ad ayoa si sono perse funzioni e è più confusione ### 3/5 — Bad compatibility while using PC maps on mobile devices. *2025-04-21, version 3.1.0* I did all my maps on PC, and when I try to use on my smartphone or tablet, it doesn’t show my images, the chosen font and its color doesn’t apply (just on side notes, if you applied any), can’t modify the box space. The only way I found to read my maps was by clicking twice on the box and keep clicking on the “parent” tab on the right side of the “main” tab. Overall, the PC version is good, but the mobile version is just bad. ### 3/5 — Déçue *2025-04-15, version 3.1.0* Je voudrais pouvoir personnaliser les couleurs des sous-catégories dans le tableau des tâches et incorporer des pièces jointes ### 4/5 — Central part of my productivity system - as someone with Asperger/ASD *2025-04-12, version 3.1.0* Still using this app (imindmap user previously with upgrades from v3-v11). But have downgraded rating to 4 stars. Loss of Evernote integration, large inconsistencies in map to task behaviour between iOS and web, Dropbox and google drive link integrations don’t work on iOS, quirky Calendar integrations, and the big one: no Apple Pencil support on iOS (which is a bizarre omission). I now use this as a stand alone app, for ideas and learning. It’s still a unique product but needs some User interface design improvements…. ### 2/5 — Not ready for Prime Time *2025-03-02, version 3.1.0* The iOS Ayoa application is not ready primetime use. No clear way to clean up a Map. Navigation with the Apple Pencil is poor. Most of the menu options available in the web application are not available. Looks and feels a lot like an Alpha version. ### 4/5 — Almost perfect *2025-03-01, version 3.1.0* It just lacks linear schema and concept maps. The monthly fee is too high imho. ### 2/5 — Used to be my favorite *2024-12-26* This app got little love since before Ayoa took over, now it gets less. The features for desktop (actually the web version) are not available here. Seems like the focus now is corporations. I find little reason to justify the high cost of subscription, and annual subscription at that. **Developer response:** Thank you for sharing your feedback. We understand your concerns, while some advanced features are optimised for the web version, we're continuously working to enhance the mobile experience. We focus on providing value to all our users, from individuals to organisations. If you have specific features you'd like to see in the mobile app, we welcome your suggestions at https://support.ayoa.com/kb-tickets/new. Your input helps us improve Ayoa for everyone. ### 3/5 — Refresh Needed *2024-08-25, version 3.0.118* The UI needs a fresh to modernize it. The Home Screen needs to be more intuitive and navigation made easier. ### 1/5 — A fuir *2024-06-22, version 3.0.115* Bug, on ne peut pas créer de carte. Cette application est un scam, prend nos données et ensuite ne propose rien ### 2/5 — Frustrating hunt for a decent app *2024-04-24, version 3.0.112* Requires log in to do anything- let me trial its features first. And add a lifetime option as I have no interest in the endless subscription option. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — È la app che uso di più durante la giornata - agg: non più da quando è AYOA *2026-06-29, version 3.4.3* È una spin-off di iMindMap che utilizzo da anni per le mappe mentali e, grazie a questo, sono un cliente pro sin dalla prima versione. Mi ha fatto subito fare un salto di qualità in termini di efficienza e organizzazione personale, riducendo il mio stress da sovraccarico di attività durante la mia giornata. Ormai tutta la mia vita passa in droptask, dove tendo ad organizzare qualsiasi attività sia personale che professionale. Adoro la grafica essenziale e pulita unita alla gestione dei progetti a insiemi e gocce colorate che stimolano e rendono piacevole la pianificazione delle mie giornate. - Aggiornamento: il commento sopra lo avevo lasciato per l’app Droptask che apprezzavo molto, così come iMindmap. Purtroppo con Ayoa l’azienda ha voluto creare un super prodotto molto ampio, condensando le precedenti soluzioni in un qualcosa di molto complesso e costoso, con un piano di abbonamento. L’ho abbandonata da anni per soluzioni molto più economiche, specifiche e semplici ### 1/5 — Nothing *2026-05-06, version 3.4.0* I open the app and it says “Do my free trial” and I’m like, ok fine. Click that and it takes me to a white screen. Swiped out of the app and retried and it does the logo and then white. Maybe I’m dumb, but this app just doesn’t work at all for me. ### 1/5 — Why? No Widget on IOS *2026-03-23, version 3.3.9* Hi, I need to see a widget on my home screen in my iPhone, to display my maps/projects seamlessly. Bring that feature then I will bring 5 ⭐️ ### 1/5 — Da fruitore decennale *2025-08-10, version 3.3.1* Disfuzionale.. Dopo 15 anni d’uso delle iMINDMAP originali di TONY BUZAN (il Programma Ayoa è nato da queste), il programma ha fatto salti indietro con la versione AYOA, che ha rilevato il lavoro fatto. Adesso, i lavori fatti nel passato sono inutilizzabili ed il programma ha smesso di progredire e di migliorarsi. Manca la funzione per aggiungere rami con il tasto “TAB” e con il tasto “INVIO”, in maniera veloce ed automatica.. ora l’app è lenta e controintuitiva ### 1/5 — iMindMap was much superior *2025-02-23, version 3.1.0* Mobile app is more difficult and slow to use. No way to organize maps into categories. No way to modify groups of branches for font size. I can’t understand why the change it. ### 1/5 — Not a great app *2025-01-08, version 3.0.118* Limited functionality - can’t print from it ### 1/5 — Beware they take money you didn’t authorise £144!!! *2024-12-14, version 3.0.118* Beware! I thought you had to sign up and hold your card details to trial the free version. I used the free version to create seven boxes with my essay headings and realised it wasn’t that Dyslexia friendly and decided not to use it. Ayoa charged my card £144!!! I contacted them to explain this was not an authorised purchase, I had not used any of the paid for sections and had literally tried the free app for less than ten mins (I just thought it had to store my card details like many other apps to do this). I got a snotty reply from Caitlin saying tough luck! Despite not using it and being confused by their process. I am now reporting to Trading Standards and claiming back via my credit card as I did not intend to purchase a £144 app! This is an unscrupulous company, I do not recommend. Do not give them your card details are they are not a trustworthy company. ### 1/5 — Decepcionado *2024-11-28, version 3.0.118* Muy caro el premium ### 1/5 — Disappointed *2024-11-17, version 3.0.118* Not user friendly at all. ### 1/5 — Очень плохо *2024-09-28, version 3.0.118* Очень плохо! Деньги сняли - но половина функций не работает. Обидно! ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Central part of my productivity system - as a neurodiverse human. *2026-08-18, version 3.4.5* Great app. Use alongside Tiimo for my ASD organisation and executive function needs. Takes some lateral thinking, but with a different approach you can bypass the list type organising systems that flood the market and use both sides of your brain with Ayoa. Recommended!!!!!! A few quirks (like most apps tbf) but like a fine whiskey is improving with age, so worthy of 5 stars. No right way to use this app, which is its biggest strength. ### 5/5 — Project Management *2026-07-22, version 3.4.3* AYOA has been instrumental in organising my messy thoughts and project plans! It’s so colourful and intuitive which I love as someone who is very visual and likes to keep things simple. One of my favourite features is to drop in a YouTube link or book title into the Mind Mapping function and it creates a simplified view of the entire thing in seconds! I can easily add actions from my Mind Maps and turn these into projects of varying levels I really love the personalisation options and the freedom I have to adjust the visuals to make them work for my way of thinking ### 5/5 — Central part of my productivity system - as someone with Asperger/ASD *2026-07-16, version 3.4.3* Great app. Use alongside Tiimo for my ASD organisation and executive function needs. Previously used the predecessor app, iMindmap , since version 1 - and while there are few things that annoy me, for example notifications on iOS (separate time based and update notifications please!!!) - but there are work arounds, using email and the G-Cal integrations, for example. A few other inconstancies with the mobile app too. But this is an app, like a fine whisky, is just getting better with age. Takes some lateral thinking, but with a different approach you can bypass the list type organising systems that flood the market and use both sides of your brain with Ayoa. Recommended!!!!!! ### 5/5 — Applicazione fantastica *2026-07-12, version 3.4.3* Sicura, da visualizzare su smartphone e Mac o Windows con una capacità di chiarezza perfetta. ### 5/5 — Testing *2026-03-30, version 3.3.9* Awesome app! ### 5/5 — Love it-more *2026-03-12, version 3.3.9* I have been using Ayoa since the mind maps were added in. It took me a while to adjust and see how things work together, but once I opened my mind I saw the power of this tool, to develop ideas in mind maps, and make them happen in Taskboards/planner and Calendar . I’m already seeing a productivity boost at work and better organisation at home = much less stress more💵. Would love to see a presentation mode ( had to present from imindmap recently, a shame cause I think Ayoa would have blown there socks off) I think this is coming soon though. A great app that works. I would highly recommend. 6yrs ago Update: I think that the web, phone and iPad apps are now starting to work well together. With the ability create branches with your fingers making everything much smoother on mobile apps. The AI particularly for starting projects and creating images is first class. Still not entirely convinced by the whiteboards but that could just be a personal thing. I think the ability to pin just the maps I use regularly on the home page, rather than having to have all of them would be another good enhancement. Still a great app and getting better. March 2026 ### 5/5 — Ayoa *2025-07-02, version 3.1.5* Molto bello e utile ### 5/5 — Great Mapping Tool *2024-10-27, version 3.0.118* I have one place to keep all my ideas organized. Helpful in planning and easy to use. For me, it’s a game changer! ### 5/5 — I love it *2024-09-23, version 3.0.118* One of the most amazing, professional, fun organising programmes yet I have worked with in my life. Thanks for making it easier. ### 5/5 — Helpful *2024-03-14, version 3.0.110* It extremely helpful to for brainstorming and planning for all the businesses needs --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-27.*